Liberty Charge, a public charge point operator, has been awarded a place on Scotland’s electric vehicle (EV) charge point rollout.
The framework is part of the Scottish government’s goal to reach net zero by 2045 and eliminate the need for new petrol and diesel cars by 2030.
The awarding body, Scotland Excel, is a non-profit organisation established to support procurement across the local government sector. The rollout framework has an estimated worth of £20m a year.
Universities and other educational institutions, the Scottish Prison Service, Scottish National Health Service, Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service are all expected to make use of the service.
The launch of the framework follows a draft statement from the government outlining its plans for public EV charging in Scotland.
The document highlights the need for accessible, affordable and reliable charging infrastructure across the nation.
Neil Isaacson, CEO of Liberty Charge, said “The Scottish government’s stated vision is to ensure no one is left behind from the benefits afforded by the transition to a net zero transport system.
“Public charging provision means ensuring that the UK’s 11 million households that do not have access to off-street charging are included in our move to sustainable transport, which is why sustainable and accessible public charging is what fuels our business.
“The framework has been designed to attract the private sector and ensure the EV infrastructure rollout accelerates at a scale and a pace that meets increasing demand and inspires EV adoption.
“We are very delighted to be included on this framework and to have the opportunity to showcase how our zero taxpayer-funded charge point operating model, supported by the decades of large-scale infrastructure rollout experience we benefit from through our sister business, Virgin Media O2.”
Liberty Charge’s role will involve the supply, installation and maintenance of EV charging equipment and overseeing other infrastructural needs.
