Cardiff-based Plug Charging has been appointed by the Welsh Government to help accelerate an electric vehicle (EV) charging network for the public sector. The business has been named as one of a number of suppliers on the Cardiff Bay administration’s £45m EV charging infrastructure framework.
Its sister company FleetEV has also suppled a new fleet of electric vehicles for Cardiff University to help decarbonise campus operations.
As part of the framework it will deliver electric vehicle charging solutions across Wales, including EV charger installations, lamp column chargers, roof solar, and solar car ports. The framework covers depot and street charging points at 200 eligible public sector organisations - which could also open up their recharging facilities for public use.
All energy supplied through its chargers will be sourced from 100% renewable sources. Plug Charging will also offer off grid, net zero charging solutions for locations where grid capacity is constrained, or demand is seasonal.
Read More: We need a national conservation on the challenges facing Welsh universities
Read More : Natural Resources Wales in HMRC tax probe
Jarrad Morris, chief executive and founder of Plug Charging and FleetEV, said: “We’re thrilled to be recognised as a key player in the Welsh Government’s EV charging infrastructure framework. This is a monumental step forward for us and the public sector in Wales.
“Through this framework, we have the opportunity to provide sustainable, green energy-powered charging solutions, and the inclusion of solar technologies like roof solar and solar car ports enhances our ability to create a resilient, future-proof charging network. We’re eager to engage with the organisations involved and drive real change in Wales’ EV landscape.”
Most Read
Moreover, FleetEV has sourced new electric vehicles for Cardiff University as it moves its fleet to electric.
Also supported by a separate Welsh Government framework, FleetEV has sourced 13 electric vehicles on behalf of the university including Renault and Vauxhall vans, as well as Citroen Ami’s. As part of its net zero strategy the university plans to replace other vehicles with electric, as well as reducing the size of its current fleet of around 60 vehicles.
Professor Monjur Mourshed, Cardiff University’s dean of environmental sustainability, said: “We are delighted to introduce our new EV fleet, which includes a range of vehicle sizes to accommodate our diverse transportation needs. The lighter, more compact vehicles are ideally suited for navigating our urban campus while contributing to our carbon emissions reduction goals. This investment marks a step forward in decarbonising our fleet and demonstrates our commitment to environmental sustainability.”
Mr Morris, a Cardiff University alumni, said: “We were so pleased to have played a part in Cardiff University’s move to electric campus vehicles. Each institution and business that recognises the importance of EVs and implements change is helping us take a significant step towards a greener, cleaner and more sustainable future, and it means even more that it is my alma mater leading the way.”