Newport City Council has partnered with electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure company Zest to provide 144 EV charging points across the city.
Under a 15-year agreement, Zest will provide EV chargers across 77 locations, supporting Newport City Council’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions.
The project is equally funded by Zest, the Welsh government, and the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles’ On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme.
Newport City Council has stated that it is committed to reducing carbon emissions to net zero by 2030 and works closely with businesses and residents to help improve our carbon footprint.
Expanding its EV infrastructure, especially for those without access to off street parking, is a crucial part of the council’s commitment to deliver equitable infrastructure across the city.
Cabinet member for climate change and biodiversity at Newport City Council Yvonne Forsey said: “Tackling climate change is a priority for the council, and we have ambitious targets in place to reduce our carbon emissions over the next six years.
“Partnering with Zest to expand Newport’s EV infrastructure is a crucial step in helping us achieve this goal, as more residents seek ways to reduce their carbon footprint and transition to electric vehicles.”
