Cambridge City Council Activate 15 Public EV Charging Points

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Cambridge City Council has activated the initial batch of 15 publicly accessible chargers, marking the commencement of a larger initiative to deploy hundreds of such chargers throughout the local vicinity. Over the upcoming years, more than 600 new electric vehicle (EV) charging points will be installed at 14 different parking areas in Cambridge through a collaborative effort with Connected Kerb.

This comprehensive program is designed to significantly enhance the convenience of EV charging for residents in Cambridge. Those who charge their electric vehicles during the overnight hours, from 6pm to 8am, will enjoy complimentary parking privileges. The installation of these new charging stations is a pivotal element of the council's overarching climate strategy, which aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.

Additional progress is already underway, with 55 new charging points nearing readiness for immediate use. Furthermore, numerous other charging points will be progressively added and activated as the program unfolds. A multi-story car park is also in the process of integrating 39 chargers as part of the initial stage of this comprehensive deployment strategy.

Remarkably, this substantial infrastructure expansion comes at no financial burden to the public purse, as outlined within the enduring partnership agreement with Connected Kerb. Councillor Katie Thornburrow, the Executive Councillor responsible for Planning, Building Control, and Infrastructure, emphasised the city's commitment to facilitating EV charging as part of its drive to achieve a net-zero status by 2030. Similarly, Councillor Rosy Moore, in charge of Climate Action and Environment, underscored the significance of the partnership with Connected Kerb in realising this vision and fortifying Cambridge's stance as an environmentally-conscious city.

Chris Pateman-Jones, the CEO of Connected Kerb, affirmed the transformative potential of this initiative. He highlighted its capacity to drive EV adoption, improve local air quality, and offer an effortless solution for individuals needing to charge their vehicles while continuing with their daily activities.

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