Welcome to EV Charging News Australia. I'm your host, Marc Dal Cin. Today, we're diving into some exciting developments in the world of electric vehicle charging across the country. New South Wales is making a big push to accelerate EV adoption with a significant investment in charging infrastructure. The state government has announced a $4.1 million commitment to install six hundred and seventy one electric vehicle charging ports at three hundred and ninety one sites across Sydney and Newcastle , and are providing grants to eligible businesses to supercharge the EV charger installation process. This initiative aims to provide more convenient charging options, especially for drivers without off-street parking. The investment will be matched by $8 million in private funding, resulting in a mix of chargers ranging from 7 kilowatts to 75 kilowatts. These will include pole mounted, pedestal, and kiosk-style chargers, set to be installed on footpaths and in public council car parks over the next 12 months.
One of the grant recipients, Sydney-based EV charging provider Jolt, plans to install 65 free kerbside public charging sites across seven local government areas in Sydney. Jolt's CEO, Doug McNamee, emphasized the importance of kerbside charging in busy metropolitan areas, stating it will be crucial for those lacking easy charging options at home. Speaking of Jolt, they're offering a unique proposition to EV owners. Their charging stations will provide 7 kilowatt hours of free energy per day, which translates to about 50 kilometers of driving range in just 15 minutes of charging. This initiative could lead to significant savings for EV owners, potentially up to twelve hundred dollars per year for those without access to home chargers. On a broader scale, the global EV charging landscape is set for explosive growth. The International Energy Agency projects that public charging points worldwide will exceed 15 million by 2030 and reach nearly 25 million by 2035. In the United States alone, the government aims to install 500,000 public charging ports by 2030.
As we wrap up today's episode, It's clear that EV charging spots are popping up left and right to keep up with all the demand in Sydney and New South Wales. No doubt, this stuff's crucial for getting more people into electric cars and tackling those worries about where to juice up. Got any questions? Just hit me up through our website at evchargerinstallation.au. Thank you!
