Worcester Installs 20 New Electric Vehicle Charging Bays

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Worcester City Council is advancing its infrastructure for electric vehicles by installing 20 new charging bays in the city's car parks. This move aims to keep pace with the growing demand for electric vehicles, which is expected to swell as the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales approaches in 2030. The new charging bays will be built on top of the existing 12 installed in St Martin's Gate car park, which have seen over 17,032 individual charging sessions, collectively powering electric vehicles to drive over 1,250,469 miles since their launch in October 2021.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Worcester City Council is investing in 20 new electric vehicle charging bays in the city's King Street and Tallow Hill car parks, with the first phase starting on July 27 and August 4 respectively.
  • The new charging bays will replace standard parking spaces in both car parks, with eight new bays in King Street and 12 new bays in Tallow Hill, including 16 replaced regular parking spaces.
  • The installation is part of the council's strategy to increase electric vehicle charging infrastructure, aimed at accommodating the increasing demand for electric vehicles, expected to surge as diesel and petrol car sales ban approaches in 2030.
  • St Martin's Gate EV chargers, launched in October 2021, have facilitated over 17,032 charging sessions, driving a total of over 1,250,469 miles and saving carbon equivalent to 1,448 trees.
  • The carbon savings from these charging sessions are made by comparing the emissions from electric vehicles to those from petrol and diesel, highlighting the benefits of electric transportation.
  • Councillor Karen Lewing emphasizes the importance of providing vital infrastructure for electric vehicle charging, underscoring the need for a city that supports sustainable transportation.

Statistics:

  • 20 new electrical vehicle charging bays are being installed in Worcester, starting in July-August 2023.
  • 8 new charging bays will be built in King Street car park, replacing 9 standard parking spaces, while 12 new bays will be built in Tallow Hill car park, replacing 16 regular parking spaces.
  • Over 17,032 charging sessions have occurred at St Martin's Gate EV charging since its launch in October 2021.
  • The 17,032 sessions have collectively powered electric vehicles for over 1,250,469 miles.
  • The carbon savings from St Martin's Gate EV charging, compared to petrol and diesel vehicles, is equivalent to carbon captured by 1,448 trees.

Sources:

  • Worcester City Council - no date provided.
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  • Councillor Karen Lewing - no specific date provided for the Environment Committee meeting, but mentioned in June.