Electric Vehicle Charging for West Yorkshire
Our ambition is to build a network of public electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints in West Yorkshire. We want to install the right chargers in the right places so more people will be able to charge their EV. Installing more chargepoints will mean that West Yorkshire is ready for more of us to be able to switch to using an electric vehicle. Our goal is for West Yorkshire to have a network of electric vehicle chargepoints which are reliable, safe and easy to use.
We are working on an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy for West Yorkshire (EV Infrastructure Strategy). This strategy sets out our plans to improve EV charging. It will help us to make sure switching to an EV is an option for more people. This will help us to reduce carbon emissions created by transport in our region.
As part of our EV Infrastructure Strategy for West Yorkshire, we are also working on the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) programme. LEVI is a grant funded by the Government which helps local authorities to install close to home electric vehicle chargepoints.
We want to hear your thoughts on our EV Infrastructure Strategy and our plans for the LEVI programme. Click here to complete the survey.
What is the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy for West Yorkshire?
The lack of reliable charging infrastructure in West Yorkshire is a real barrier to more of us being able to switch to an electric vehicle. Our new Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy is our ambitious plan to improve the charging network for a cleaner and greener West Yorkshire. It will help us to increase the number of chargepoints in our region much more quickly. It will also help us to make sure that those chargepoints are in the right places and are easier to use.
The strategy sets out our strategic principles and investment priorities as we work to improve access to EV charging across West Yorkshire.
We want to:
- Increase the number of electric vehicle chargepoints to create a network of chargepoints in West Yorkshire. We want to install more chargepoints to prepare us for a future where more people will be able to switch to an EV.
- Reduce inequalities and make sure there is good coverage of chargepoints across West Yorkshire. We want to make sure that, wherever you live in West Yorkshire, you will have an equal opportunity to charge your EV. We want to make sure no areas are left behind.
- Make sure the right chargepoints are in the right places. We want to make sure that new chargepoints are meeting your needs in your community.
- Make sure that chargepoints are easy to use, fair and accessible for everyone. We want to work with chargepoint operators to make sure you receive a good service and a fair price.
- Make sure that the network of chargepoints is resilient, reliable, safe and well maintained. We want to make sure you feel confident using chargepoints because you know they will be reliable.
- Support our goals to reduce transport carbon emissions. We want you to be able to switch to an EV, and to choose to reduce your private car use. We also want you to be able to use renewable energy at chargepoints. We want to reduce the environmental impact of transport in our region.
Our Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy forms part of our wider work on transport strategy and our plans for an integrated transport system. It will be a supplementary document to our new Local Transport Plan (LTP). You can find out more about the Local Transport plan and have your say by visiting the LTP Your Voice page.
What is the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) programme?
We have been awarded LEVI funding to install public chargepoints in residential areas, which will be further supported by private investment.
We want to use LEVI funding to install EV chargepoints close to the homes of people who do not have their own off-street parking. This means that people who don’t have off-street parking will be able to charge their electric vehicle on the street or in a car park close to their home, rather than driving away from home to charge their EV.
Find out more
Click here to read our glossary of EV terms we have used.
Join us at a webinar
- Click here to register for our webinar on Wednesday 21 August 12-1pm. This webinar is a more technical information session for people and businesses who work in areas related to EVs, renewable energy, climate and environment.
- Click here to register for our webinar on Monday 2 September 6-7pm. This webinar is a general information session for everybody.
Visit us at a drop-in
We are hosting drop-in events for you to come and speak to the project team, ask questions, and find out more. Come by for a friendly chat at a time that suits you:
- We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, the drop in events at Halifax Borough Market and The Broadway Bradford on Friday 9th and Monday 12th August have been rearranged. Please see the new dates below. Thank you for your understanding.
- Kirkgate Market Leeds: Monday 19 August 9:30am-1:30pm. Find us in the Market Kitchen area.
- The Broadway Bradford: Tuesday 20 August 3-6pm. Find us in the event space outside Santander and Superdry.
- Wakefield One: Thursday 22 August 12-4pm. Find us in the reception area.
- Halifax Borough Market: Tuesday 3 September 12-4pm. Find us in the stage area in Albion Arcade (near the Albion Street entrance).
- Dewsbury Town Hall: Thursday 5 September 9am-12:30pm. Find us in the foyer.
Join us for a FREE event and learn more about electric vehicles!
Do you want to test drive an EV? Would you like to speak to industry experts and listen to presentations about the future of EVs in West Yorkshire?
Join us for Explore Electric at John Smith’s Stadium Huddersfield on Tuesday 10 September 9:30am-2pm. Click here to register for your free ticket on Eventbrite.
Have your say
Whether you are an EV enthusiast, thinking of making the leap to electric, or are not sure, we want to hear from you. Your ideas will help us to develop our plans to improve EV charging in West Yorkshire.
Click here to complete our survey by 12 September.
Where would you like to see a new EV chargepoint? Tell us by visiting our interactive map.
Contact us
If you would like to contact us or request information in an alternative format you can:
- Email us at yourvoice@westyorks-ca.gov.uk
- Phone MetroLine on 0113 245 7676
- Write to Freepost CONSULTATION TEAM WYCA (no stamp needed)
- Ask the project team a question using the Q&A tool.
Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Map
Where would you like to see a new EV chargepoint?
Please note, this map is not an opportunity for you to request a new EV chargepoint. Your suggestion will help us to understand where there is demand for more EV charging. You won't be contacted about your suggestion, but it will be analysed alongside other suggestions as part of this engagement.
1. Explore the map by dragging the screen and zooming in or out. EV chargepoints that already exist are marked on the map with pink circles. The darker the shade of pink, the more chargepoints there are in that area. You may also be able to see blue pins where someone else has dropped a pin.
2. Find the location where you would like to see a new EV chargepoint. Please make sure this is within West Yorkshire. The boundary of West Yorkshire is marked in gold.
3. Click the plus (+) icon on the left side of the screen. Drag and drop the pin to the location you have chosen.
4. Add a comment to let us know why you would like to see a new EV chargepoint in this location. Please do not share any personal information such as your home address. Answer two questions to tell us more about the location you chosen.
5. Click submit. You will now be able to see your pin on the map.
FAQs
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Electric vehicles - general
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Charging an electric vehicle
- What is the difference between the different types of EV chargepoints?
- How can I charge my electric vehicle at home?
- Where can I charge my electric vehicle away from home?
- How often will I need to charge my electric vehicle?
- How quickly will my EV charge?
- How much does it cost to charge an electric vehicle?
- Could someone else unplug my vehicle while it’s charging?
- Are EV batteries reliable?
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Installing new EV chargepoints
- Where will the new electric vehicle chargepoints be?
- Is the West Yorkshire Combined Authority involved in the delivery of all electric vehicle chargepoints in West Yorkshire?
- How will you make sure the EV charging network is reliable?
- How will you make chargepoints more accessible?
- Are lamp column chargers going to be installed in West Yorkshire?
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Funding and decision making
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Climate and sustainability