Wokingham Borough residents have the opportunity to help shape a strategy that supports resident’s use of electric vehicles

Wokingham Borough Council has developed an Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Strategy that sets out the actions it needs to take to support the transition to EVs, ahead of the phase out dates of new petrol and diesel vehicles.

As well as public transport and active travel, EVs play an important role in reducing carbon dioxide emissions from transport, improving air quality and tackling climate change.

Wokingham Borough Council’s strategy seeks to complement the growth in private EV chargepoint provision and help to fill any gaps left by the private market. It will be instrumental in the Council getting funding from the government for new electric vehicle infrastructure.

This will build on the successes of securing grants such as the On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (ORCS) and the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI), which support the rollout of residential chargepoints in areas with limited off-street parking.

The Council wants to support residents and businesses to make the switch to EVs by removing barriers where possible, which includes a good charging network.

Have your say

You can find a copy of the full strategy and a survey to complete on the Council’s Engage Platform, where you can also complete the survey.

Your feedback will help shape the proposals and ensure that the Council has a strategy that works for all communities.