Bristol’s EV charging boosted by 150 new on-street charge points
Bristol residents are set to benefit from 150 new EV charging points, providing better access for EV drivers and a step forward in encouraging people to make the switch to a cleaner, more sustainable way of travel.
The new on-street EV charging points have been installed at the base of upgraded lampposts at sites selected in areas of Bristol where there are low numbers of driveways, to give people without off-street parking access to charging points for their electric vehicles.
Once the charger is installed, it will be available for public use with simple instructions next to the charge point. Detailed instructions on how to use it and the price will be clearly displayed on the Fuuse app, which also includes the locations of the EV charge points.
The lampposts were upgraded last year in preparation for the chargers, which allows the charger installation process to be quick and straightforward, and is usually completed within a few hours.
Works are being delivered in partnership with Ameresco and Bristol City Leap, supporting Bristol’s wider commitment to clean energy, reduced emissions, and improved access to EV charging for residents.
The lamppost chargers are designed to fit into the street environment while providing convenient access for residents, especially those without off-street parking.
The chargers being installed are slow CityEV 3.4kW chargers, designed for overnight use. The new chargers complement the existing network of council and privately owned chargers, which provide fast and rapid charging.
The project is funded by The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority Green Recovery Fund and Office For Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) on-street residential charge point scheme (ORCS).
