Charge point operator (CPO) Believ has commenced its rollout of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure across Redcar and Cleveland to help drivers in the area transition to EVs.
This infrastructure will strengthen Redcar and Cleveland’s EV network, promote sustainable travel, and offer convenient charging for residents without driveways or home-charging options, as well as for visitors.
The charge points will be located across a variety of council-owned car parks in the community and will include a mixture of standard plus* (7-22kW) and rapid (60kW) chargers.
The network will cater to residents and visitors requiring long-stay or overnight charging, and will include rapid chargers designed for quick top-ups and shorter driver dwell times.
The area is receiving funding for the project from the On-Street Residential ChargePoint Scheme (ORCS), which Believ will support in the planning, installation, operation and ongoing maintenance of charge points.
Cabinet Member for Climate and Culture, Cllr Carrie Richardson says she is excited to see the project come to fruition: “The council has been eager to make progress in developing the borough’s EV infrastructure to support residents in making the switch to electric vehicles.
“It’s been great to work with Believ, with their depth of experience and understanding of charging technology and strategic planning.”
Guy Bartlett, Believ CEO, shared his enthusiasm for the project: “We’re thrilled to be supporting Redcar and Cleveland to advance their charging infrastructure to help boost sustainable transport in the area.
“Convenient and accessible charge points are essential to supporting drivers to make the switch to electric, particularly for those who aren’t able to charge their vehicles privately. This rollout will be a significant benefit for current and future EV drivers in the area.”
* In line with the Department for Transport’s updated terminology, charging speeds previously referred to as ‘slow’ and ‘fast’ are now classified as ‘Standard’ and ‘Standard Plus’. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/electric-vehicle-charging-devicestatistics-information/electric-vehicle-charging-infrastructure-statistics-frequently-asked-questions
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Cllr Carrie Richardson Cabinet Member for Climate and Culture Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.
Adam Letamsing Senior Programme Manager Believ.
Chris Moon Assistant Director for Environment, Sustainability and Culture at Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.
Caroline Hearne Climate Change and Sustainability Officer Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.
Bradley Middleton Trainee Energy Assistant Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.
Lucy Day Senior Account Manager Believ.
