char.gy, in partnership with Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC), is set to install over 6,000 street chargers - marking the start of a transformative phase for street charging infrastructure in England.
This landmark £130 million partnership sets a precedent, as all English regions now have dedicated LEVI funding to launch similarly ambitious projects over the next two years.
The initiative represents a critical juncture in the ongoing transition to EVs, with over 1.3 million EVs now on UK roads. As one of the first major initiatives of its kind, it’s the beginning of a nationwide, large-scale rollout of street charging infrastructure planned for the next two years.
For the large number of English households that will rely on public infrastructure to charge their vehicles - because they don’t have access to a home charger without a driveway - these nationwide projects are set to be truly game-changing. On-street charging eliminates the need to actually drive to a charging station, making charging far more convenient.
More importantly, charging near home means they can take advantage of cheaper overnight rates, when energy tariffs are discounted, just like those with private home chargers. char.gy offers the lowest available rates across their network on their PAYG Night tariff of 39p/kWh (Leccy.net), helping to make EV ownership more affordable and accessible for all.
John Lewis, CEO of char.gy commented:
“This is a huge moment for the country and its EV ambitions. BHCC, a consistent leader in the EV space, has set a benchmark for proactive action and collaboration. At char.gy, we're committed to delivering a seamless, affordable and convenient charging experience for everyone in Brighton & Hove - because that’s key to encouraging EV uptake.
"This partnership alone will empower thousands of residents to confidently make the switch to electric vehicles, knowing they have easy access to chargers. As local authorities across England prepare to follow suit, this stands as a powerful first example of how the public and private sectors are coming together to deliver impactful projects that stimulate the demand for EVs and bring the country meaningfully closer to achieving our sustainability goals.”
Melanie Shufflebotham, Co-founder and COO of Zapmap said:
“For those drivers who want to enjoy the many benefits of an electric car but who are not able to have a home charger, local provision of convenient and affordable charging is essential.”
“char.gy has been enabling streets with their cost-effective lamp post chargers for many years, and it is fantastic to see this announcement of such an extensive rollout in Brighton - the largest in any town or London Borough to date - and signals the start of a new phase of delivery of local charging at scale.”
You can pay for your charging sessions at any char.gy charge points within the Zapmap app, as well as find the live status and availability of each charger thanks to a live data connection.
