UKPN launches new tool to support EV chargepoint funding bids
UK Power Networks (UKPN) has partnered with Field Dynamics, Cenex, and ZapMap to launch a new tool to help local authorities bid for EV charger funding.
Hardware providers partner with software companies for smart EV charging
Home EV charger manufacturer Easee has partnered with energy connectivity platform Enode to enable EV drivers to access smart energy services globally.
Zenobē and Brampton launch CA$4 billion UK-Canada eBus collaboration
Fleet electrification specialist Zenobē has announced that it has partnered with the city of Brampton, Ontario to launch a CA$4 billion (£2.17 billion) effort to electrify the bus fleet of the city.
ENA launches guidance tool to help electrify transport assets
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) has today (16 June) launched a new online tool to help organisations to introduce or expand electric transport fleets.
Record-breaking February for BEV sales, says SMMT
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has reported that February 2024 had the highest volume of battery electric vehicles (BEV) sales for the month in 20 years.
Mercedes-Benz Vans, Rightcharge partner for EV fleet expansion
Chargepoint operator (CPO) Rightcharge and auto manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Vans have partnered to increase the deployment of Mercedes-Benz e-Vans in the UK.
IEA: Wind, solar and EVs help curb CO2 emissions but heat pump growth stutters
The IEA has detailed that a rise in the deployment of solar, wind and EVs has helped soften the increase of CO2 emissions in 2023.
EV industry backs FairCharge in open letter calling for charging VAT reduction
An open letter from FairCharge alongside E.ON and Auto Trader has been sent to chancellor of the exchequer Jeremy Hunt ahead of the Spring Budget to advocate for a public charging VAT reduction.
‘European-first’ solar car park uses carbon-friendly construction
A solar car park (SCP) at Five Rivers Health & Wellbeing Centre, constructed using carbon-friendly material, will be opened by Wiltshire Council alongside a 3ti electric vehicle (EV) charging hub.
Current± Briefings: Understanding V2G interconnection standards for bi-directional charging stations
In our next Current± Briefings, we sit down with Mike Becker of CSA Group to understand V2G interconnection standards for bi-directional chargers.
