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Irish Examiner
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Irish Examiner
New EV strategy to expand electric vehicle charging points in Cork and Kerry
The local authorities in Cork county and Kerry have teamed up to plan the delivery of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the south-west. Cork and Kerry County Councils launched a joint public consultation process over the weekend seeking public input into the potential location and type of EV charging points that need to be installed in both counties over the coming years, in a bid to facilitate the move of more people to EVs. The regional strategy is required as part of a national plan for the delivery of four main EV charging categories — home/apartment charging, residential neighbourhood charging, destination charging, and motorway/en-route charging. Cork City Council adopted an EV strategy last year that focuses a lot on home/apartment and residential neighbourhood charging, given the mainly urban nature of the area within its jurisdiction. But given the largely rural nature of the counties of Cork and Kerry, people in the southwest have been asked to consider destination charging, which involves installing charging stations at popular destinations such as shopping centres, hotels, and tourist attractions, and neighbourhood charging, for the county towns, which focuses on providing charging options in residential areas. The two local authorities say public input into the strategy is vital to help shape the future of EV infrastructure in the area, but they have stressed that this is only a strategy — that the actual installation of EV chargers will come later. Mayor of the County of Cork, Joe Carroll, said the strategy will be the first step in developing a network of EV charging stations across both counties. 'This new strategy is intended to support the growing number of EVs on our roads. It is vital that all areas are adequately served and that the chargers can be used by local communities, businesses and the tourists who visit the south-west region,' he said. Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Breandán Fitzgerald, said the new charging network will support the growing number of EVs on our roads. 'The goal of the Cork and Kerry EV Infrastructure Charging Strategy is to establish the principles that will guide the rollout of this infrastructure across the region,' he said. The Regional and Local EV Charging Network Plan published by Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland earlier this year sets out minimum charging capacity requirements for local authorities in their own geographical area. On-route charging along national roads and travel routes is being supported separately by Transport Infrastructure Ireland. The public consultation for the south-west is open until 4pm on June 30 at Read More Transport chiefs seek research firm to come up with ideas to make electric cars more attractive to public
Irish Independent
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Irish Independent
Project to improve electric vehicle charging in south east launches public consultation
People in Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford City and Wexford are being asked to submit their views and thoughts on improving electric vehicle charging infrastructure in their counties through an online questionnaire. The public consultation to develop electric vehicle (EV) technology in the south east launched on Thursday, May 1 and will remain open for submissions until 4pm on May 30. The goal of the strategy is to address the challenges and opportunities in deploying EV charging infrastructure in the south-east region. 'This consultation invites residents, stakeholders, and the general public to share their views and input on the future of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in their areas,' said a spokesperson. 'By developing a comprehensive network of strategically located charging stations, the strategy is intended to support the growing number of EVs on our roads, ensuring that all areas are adequately served and help meet our climate action targets.' As part of this regional consultation, stakeholders are asked to consider two key types of local charging infrastructure when providing their inputs. Firstly, destination charging which involves installing charging stations at popular destinations such as shopping centres, hotels, and tourist attractions. Secondly, neighbourhood charging focuses on providing charging options within residential areas, making it easy for EV users to charge their vehicles convenient to their residence. The Regional and Local EV Charging Network Plan published for consultation by ZEVI (Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland) in 2024 sets out minimum charging capacity requirements for local authorities per geographical area. Charging along major highways and travel routes are being supported separately by Transport Infrastructure Ireland. 'Your feedback will be instrumental in developing a comprehensive EV charging infrastructure strategy that meets the needs of our communities and facilitates sustainable transport,' added the spokesperson. The questionnaire is accessible at
