Plans to speed up the delivery of new electric vehicle
chargepoints across West Yorkshire have been agreed by the
region's leaders.
The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy sets out
how West Yorkshire Combined Authority and the region's five
councils will work together to ensure there are enough places to
charge cars and vans in public where people need them.
The strategy outlines investment priorities, design guidance
and an action plan, and was agreed by members of the
CA's transport committee on Wednesday 16th April.
, Mayor of West Yorkshire,
said: “It's vital our region has a
comprehensive network of electric vehicle chargepoints that are
safe, reliable, and easy to use.
“This will support our growth ambitions, help us achieve our
goal of becoming net zero carbon by 2038, and ensure that
everyone, no matter where they live, has fair access.
“By making it easier to switch to electric vehicles, we're
helping to build a greener and better-connected West Yorkshire
for all.”
As of January 2025, there were 1,345 publicly accessible
chargepoints in West Yorkshire, with the majority of these in
built up and urban areas.
Modelling suggests that the region will require between
15,180 and 17,080 EV chargers by 2030.
While the majority are expected to be secured through private
investment, the strategy outlines how Local Electric
Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Programme funding will be targeted
to accelerate delivery where it is needed the most, on-street.
The strategy has been informed by a public consultation held last
year, with 1,685 responses received.
It forms part of the Combined Authority's work to deliver an
integrated transport network through the Mayor's emerging Local
Transport Plan and will sit alongside the new West Yorkshire
Climate and Environment Plan.
The strategy specifically focuses on public infrastructure
required for cars and vans, but also looks to encourage
electrification of other modes of transport.
