Zest has not announced the exact locations but says its strategy is “to rollout convenient charging infrastructure that synchronises with drivers’ everyday lives – wherever they usually park.” Meaning they will likely be installed in places where EV drivers do not have the means to plug in at home.
Zest says installations will begin in September. However, it does not mention a date by which it hopes to have set up all 150 new chargers, nor does it mention how many of them will be fast chargers. The Warrington Borough Council website says: “We aim to roll out the chargers by Spring 2025.”
Zest will invest 1.2 million pounds (about 1.4 million euros). That is in addition to the £386,580 grant (449,000 euros) provided by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) through its Local EV Infrastructure (LEVI) programme.
“I’m delighted we are partnering with Zest to deliver this significant expansion of on-street EV charging infrastructure across the town. Our investment in 150 new charging points will bring huge benefits to local residents, making it easier and more convenient for electric vehicles owners and those who wish to make the transition,” says Warrington Borough Council Leader, and cabinet member for transport, Cllr Hans Mundry.
“We work with a leading group of local authorities pursuing an ambitious EV strategy, powered by a combination of funding from Zest and central government LEVI grants,” adds Robin Heap, CEO and Founder at Zest. “Our role is to work with organisations like Warrington that want to build bigger and move faster in EV charging, investing in high quality facilities and providing a convenient long-term service.”