The Fully Charged Podcast Permits, Power, Price: The REAL Challenges For EV Charging | Fully Charged Show Podcast with Ian Johnston, CEO Osprey
Jan 13, 2025
Ian Johnston, CEO of Osprey Charging, leads the UK’s fast charging network and shares his insights into the challenges facing the EV charging landscape. He discusses the myths surrounding charger distribution and what makes a charging location effective. Johnston sheds light on why costs for public rapid charging remain high, the role of the ZEV mandate, and how the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation could potentially lower expenses. His deep dive offers a fascinating look at the complexities and opportunities in the evolving world of electric vehicle infrastructure.
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UK Charging Infrastructure Growth
- The UK has seen substantial growth in EV charging infrastructure, especially in the last two years.
- This progress is unevenly distributed, with motorway and destination charging leading the way.
Strategic Charger Placement
- EV charger distribution doesn't need to be geographically uniform.
- Focus on high-traffic areas and locations with many residents lacking off-street parking.
Choosing Charging Locations
- Consider driver needs when choosing charging locations: where people want to stop or already leave their vehicles.
- Match charging speeds to dwell time (e.g., slower charging at supermarkets, faster charging on highways).