Published on 22nd August 2024

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Three car parks to benefit from new charging hubs in 2024, delivered by the EV Network who will manage them. This project supports the council’s goal of becoming a net zero borough by 2030.

Three new state of the art EV charging hubs, offering a total of 26 rapid charging bays across Cheltenham, are another step closer, with the council now having exchanged contracts with The EV Network to lease the land for their construction.

The EV Network will also manage charging the sites. This marks a substantial investment in the EV infrastructure of the town and a significant step forward in sustainable transportation in Gloucestershire, with reliable, ultra rapid chargers at 300kW delivering a full charge in around 20 to 40 minutes.

The hubs will be located in key car parks, to ensure maximum accessibility and coverage. They are scheduled to come online at the end of November, in time for The Cheltenham Christmas ice rink and the busy Christmas shopping period.

Cllr Alisha Lewis, cabinet member for finance and assets, at Cheltenham Borough Council, said: "Our partnership with The EV Network marks a milestone in our efforts to improve and promote sustainable transport options in Cheltenham. While electric vehicles are only part of the solution, it’s important that we do what we can to ensure people have convenient charging options in our car parks.

“By investing in high-powered charging infrastructure, we are not only easing the transition to electric vehicles but demonstrating our commitment to reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality. This initiative aligns with our vision for a cleaner, greener, and more environmentally friendly Cheltenham."

Reza Shaybani, CEO and co-founder of The EV Network, continued: "We are thrilled to be partnering with Cheltenham Borough Council to deliver high-powered charging infrastructure throughout the borough. This initiative will play a vital role in supporting the growing number of electric vehicle users in Cheltenham and will contribute significantly to the town's sustainability goals. Our aim is to provide convenient, reliable, and superfast charging solutions that meet the needs of both current and future EV owners."

The first three charging hubs will be located at St James Street and Bath Terrace offering ten bays each and Church Piece car park offering six, with more to follow in other Cheltenham car parks from 2025.

For more information about the council’s climate emergency work, visit cheltenham.gov.uk/climate. Information is also available about 'CheltenhamZero' on X, a partnership approach of local private and public organisations, charities and community groups – working together to achieve a net-zero carbon emissions in Cheltenham by 2030. 

For a full list of council car parks visit: cheltenham.gov.uk/parking.

Contact:
For media enquiries to Cheltenham Borough Council, contact the communications team, telephone 01242 264231, email [email protected].

For media enquiries to The EV Network, contact Jacob Robinson, telephone +44 7479 224878, email [email protected].

Notes:

The lease arrangements are conditional, subject to various technical details, including the electrical network grid and its capacity to support the charging hubs.

Climate emergency
In 2019, Cheltenham Borough Council declared a climate emergency and a commitment to be a carbon neutral council and borough by 2030. The goal of a carbon neutral borough will be met by delivering activity which supports and promotes the town’s core vision to be a place where everyone thrives.

About The EV Network

The EV Network (EVN) is a leading independent EV charging infrastructure, investment, and development company. EVN’s mission is to deliver fast, scalable, and economically viable EV infrastructure to the UK’s drivers.

EVN addresses the challenges faced by landlords, charge point operators and fleet companies, rolling out a network of rapid and ultra-fast EV charging hubs in key locations across the UK.

EVN are a unique company, offering ‘Infrastructure as a service’ (IaaS). Turn-key EV charging infrastructure solutions. From key geographically placed charging sites, retrofitting existing high traffic locations, to creating new substantial green field site delivery, depots and charging hubs. Fully financed, end to end delivery, using state of the art technology. With a team of experts, EVN can bring projects and portfolios alive effectively and efficiently.

Backed by one of the world’s largest sustainable funds and working in partnership with many blue-chip CPO’s partners to support and speed up the transition to electric.