Lewisham Council has partnered with Zest to deliver 200 new on-street electric vehicle (EV) charging spaces throughout the borough.
Reportedly, the project will see the installation of at least 200 charging points across Lewisham, specifically designed for households who rely on on-street parking.
Under the agreement, Zest will invest an initial £1.5m to deliver, operate and maintain the charging network over the next 15 years.
In addition, the council has secured £100,000 through the Government’s On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (ORCS).
The first charger, on Childers Street, went live in December and there are now fourteen charging spaces live across the borough.
CEO of Zest, Robin Heap, said: “Lewisham is demonstrating real ambition in its plans for a low-carbon transport system.
“By prioritising reliable on-street charging, the Council is making it easier for households without private parking to participate in the transition to electric vehicles.
“Our role is to support that long-term vision with infrastructure that residents can rely on today and for years to come.”
