Ausgrid, the electricity distributor for New South Wales, has unveiled the first power pole-mounted electric vehicle charger in the City of Sydney. Located in the inner-western suburb of Glebe, the 22kW AC charger is part of Ausgrid’s plan to install 30,000 such chargers across its network.
The pole-mounted charger was launched in partnership with the City of Sydney and local charging company EVX. It is faster and cheaper to deploy than other kerbside charging units, and helps to reduce urban clutter and cause less disruption to the surrounding community.
Marc England, Ausgrid CEO, said: “We are incredibly excited to be launching the first power pole-mounted EV charger in Sydney with the City of Sydney and EVX. Glebe is exactly the kind of suburb where demand for this solution will grow in the coming years. It is densely populated, and many people don’t have access to off-street parking. We believe that once the community see more charging infrastructure like this close to their homes, they will feel confident they can make their next vehicle purchase an EV.”
The successful deployment follows in the wake of what Ausgrid believes was Australia’s first pole-mounted EV charger for “long dwell” charging sessions, installed in the city of Newcastle in December last year. This is a major step forward in making electric vehicles more accessible and convenient for drivers across Australia. Joshua S. Hill, a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years, believes that this move will help to encourage more people to switch to electric vehicles.
FAQ
Q1: Are electric car batteries recyclable?
A1: Yes, electric car batteries are recyclable.
Q2: Are electric car chargers free?
A2: It depends on the charger and the location. Some electric car chargers are free, while others may require a fee.
Q3: Can electric car batteries be rebuilt?
A3: Yes, electric car batteries can be rebuilt with the right tools and knowledge.
