Mornington Peninsula Shire is pleased to announce that a new public electric vehicle (EV) charging station is now open in Flinders. Located in the roadside car bays outside Wood Street shopping centre, this newly installed fast charger can charge a standard EV from zero to approximately 80% charge within an hour.
Fully funded through the Victorian Government’s Destination Charging Across Victoria grant program and Evie Networks, this most recent charging station will help to expand the Peninsula’s electric vehicle charging network. It will also help to promote EV uptake within the community.
In keeping with the Shire’s commitment towards net zero community emissions, the service will be operated by Evie Networks, who have committed to power the charger from 100 per cent renewable electricity sources. This means locals and visitors can charge their electric vehicle using clean, zero emissions energy and help to decrease our reliance on fossil fuels.
To view an interactive map of public charging locations, visit: plugshare.com
To learn more about electric vehicles, visit mornpen.vic.gov.au/electricvehicles or the Electric Vehicle Council website electricvehiclecouncil.com.au
Quote attributable to Ward Councillor David Gill:
“This is a terrific initiative with Council, community and the State Government working together to implement ‘Toward Zero’ emissions policies to help meet the challenges of climate change.
“We will continue to advocate for adequate electric vehicle fast chargers in all Mornington Peninsula towns and villages.”
Quote attributable to Ed Lynch-Bell, Head of Emerging Technology, Evie Networks:
“Evie Networks are excited to continue the expansion of our network alongside our partners DEECA and the Mornington Peninsula Shire to so many key tourist destinations. With Evie charging stations from Dandenong, Chelsea and Carrum Downs to Sorrento, Hastings and now Flinders – we’re opening up new journeys for EV drivers with reliable charging infrastructure across the Peninsula.”
Pictured L-R: James Downes (EON Charge), Brooke Martin (Evie Networks), Ed Lynch-Bell (Evie Networks), Trent Jones (Want A Sparky) and Stephanie Delaney (Mornington Peninsula Shire).
