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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Irish company EasyGo secures £300m Scottish EV infrastructure deal
EasyGo, an Irish charging company, has received a contract to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the north of Scotland. The £300m ($404m) deal will see the installation of 570 new charging points by 2028. The contract, which spans 20 years, is aimed at bolstering the region's transition to net-zero emissions. The project encompasses Highland, Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and Moray Councils, with Highland Council taking the lead. This development is expected to more than double the existing EV infrastructure, thereby improving the charging network in the region. Additionally, EasyGo will take over the operation and maintenance of all current council-owned public charging points. Transport Scotland has pledged more than £7m in funding to support the partnership as part of the Scottish Government's £30m Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund. Launched in 2022, this fund facilitates collaboration between local authorities and the private sector to establish a comprehensive public EV-charging network throughout Scotland. The north of Scotland agreement is the first inter-council contract awarded under this scheme and is the largest grant given in Scotland since the fund was initiated, the Aberdeenshire Council said in a release. EasyGo CEO Ollie Chatten said: 'As the largest EV charging network across Ireland, we are truly excited to be working with the Scottish Government on the north of Scotland electric vehicle charging infrastructure partnership, following a successful and thorough procurement process. 'Supporting progressive councils across the country in building out EV infrastructure is a vital step towards a more sustainable and future-focused Scotland. This project enables us to bring our proven expertise to the forefront, ensuring a reliable and efficient charging network that will power Scotland's journey to Net Zero.' "Irish company EasyGo secures £300m Scottish EV infrastructure deal" was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
STV News
4 days ago
- Automotive
- STV News
Councils across north agree £300m deal to install 570 EV charging ports
Electric Vehicle charging points in the North of Scotland will more than double in the next three years. An extra 570 places to top up car batteries are to be installed as part of a £300m deal jointly funded but Highland, Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and Moray councils. EV infrastructure company EasyGo will develop the network while also adopting and maintaining the area's existing charging points as part of a 20-year contract. The company currently operates the largest EV network in Ireland, with over 4,500 charging stations across the Emerald Isle. It's the first time several councils have come together to work on a deal of this kind, with Highland Council taking the lead in the project. Councillor Ken Gowans, vice convener, said: 'By addressing the critical need for expanded charging infrastructure, we are removing significant barriers to electric vehicle adoption, better serving our communities in both urban and rural areas and delivering a wide range of community benefits. 'Together, we are paving the way for a greener, more equitable and connected future across the Highlands and beyond.' Of the funding, £7m comes from Transport Scotland's £30m Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund, which is aimed at helping councils to work with private companies to boost the number of charging stations across Scotland. Cabinet secretary for transport Fiona Hyslop said: 'Our £30m Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund has now been fully allocated to support this type of collaboration across the country and is expected to support the delivery of around 6,000 additional public charge points by 2030. 'In the north of Scotland, our investment has enabled an innovative procurement partnership across four local authorities, that is expected to leverage over £4.9m of additional matched private sector investment over the next three years to expand the availability, accessibility and reliability of public EV charging. 'As we transition away from ChargePlace Scotland, in line with our published vision for public charging infrastructure – this truly collaborative approach, supported through our Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund, directly contributes to our ambition to phase out the need for new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2030.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Arkansas legislature Monday bills filed include ending electric vehicle support and campus affirmative action, more
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas legislature filed multiple bills on Monday. Bills filed include electric vehicles, campus affirmative action, online safety and child labor. Arkansas Public Service Commission submits proposed changes to Arkansas utilities legislation ONLINE SAFETY House Bill 1726 intends to create the 'Arkansas Online Kids Safety Act.' If it becomes law, it would mandate that online platforms that market to minors have a structure and controls in place to protect children from mental harm or encourage harmful behavior. The website would also limit how other people could contact a minor and allow their parents to place restrictions on an online account. ELECTRIC VEHICLES Senate Bill 416 would end the state-maintained Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund, which was formed to allow the Energy Secretary to issue grants to build charging stations. HIGHER EDUCATION Senate Bill 417 would strike many laws for state-supported higher education institutions. It would end affirmative action, a school's need to participate in the annual state energy use report, and the differentiation between classified and non-classified employees for benefits. CHILD LABOR If House Bill 1731 becomes law, anyone under 16 who wants to take a job would need an employment certificate that includes proof of age, a description of the job and work schedule, and written parental permission. TEACHER TAXES House Bill 1732 would double the amount teachers could deduct for classroom supplies from $500 to $1,000. Married teachers filing jointly would be able to deduct $2,000. Back and forth among legislators about Arkansas ACCESS higher education legislation GREYHOUND RACING House Bill 1721 would prevent licensed casinos from conducting or simulcasting greyhound racing. License holders would also not be allowed to take bets on greyhound racing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
