Char.gy to Deploy 3,000 On-Street EV Chargers in West Northamptonshire
The rollout is backed by £2.85 million in government funding and will use existing lamp column infrastructure.
British on-street EV charging pioneer Char.gy will roll out approximately 3,000 on-street EV chargers in West Northamptonshire under a programme funded through the UK government's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund.
What Happened
The initiative is supported by £2.85 million in government funding along with substantial private investment. A large proportion of the new chargers will be lamp column units, utilizing existing infrastructure to minimize disruption and ensure cost-effective deployment. Charging locations were selected through a process that prioritized sites suggested by residents and local parish councils.
Why It Matters
The programme targets residents who rely on on-street parking and lack home charging options—a persistent barrier to EV adoption. By leveraging lamp columns on residential streets, the rollout brings charging closer to where people live without major neighbourhood disruption. UK Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation Minister Keir Mather noted that charging availability is one of the biggest barriers to switching, citing over £600 million in government funding to rapidly expand the UK's charging network.
The Bottom Line
Char.gy CEO John Lewis said the investment will make a real difference for people without driveways or home chargers. West Northamptonshire Council's Cabinet Member for Environment, Recycling and Waste, Nigel Stansfield, stated the initiative ensures communities are prepared for increasing EV demand.
