The Victorian Government is calling for businesses, councils and community organisations to install electric vehicle charging stations across the state, with $5 million in funding to expand Victoria’s network of fast-chargers – including chargers that give electric vehicles enough power to drive 100km after ten minutes of charging.
Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio announced the grants which will deliver more charging stations across Victoria to meet the surge in demand for zero emissions vehicles.
Regional Victoria will receive 80 per cent of the funding, giving electric vehicle owners the confidence to travel across the state.
Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas said the $5 million in funding will deliver around 100 charging stations across Victoria, ranging from 11kW to 100kW, so this is a great opportunity for Narre Warren South to attract zero emissions vehicle drivers to the area.
“Decarbonising our transport network is a big part of how we tackle climate change, and electric cars will definitely be part of the mix moving forward,” Mr Maas said.
“I encourage all interested local community groups, businesses and council to apply for the Destination Charging Across Victoria grants to ensure travellers in our area have the power they need.”
The government will work with successful applicants to maximise the number of chargers that can be delivered.
The government’s support for public charging infrastructure will help meet Victoria’s target that 50 per cent of all new car sales be zero emissions vehicles by 2030 and help meet Victoria’s goal of halving carbon emissions by 2030.
Electric vehicles will reduce emissions, while also reducing the amount of air and noise pollution, making cities and towns more liveable.
The funding will expand the extensive existing network of chargers at locations like shopping centres, hotels, restaurants and tourist destinations.
Applications for the Destination Charging Across Victoria Program are open until 5:00pm on Friday, 30 July 2021.
For more information, visit energy.vic.gov.au/DCAV.
