Question reference: S6W-10323
- Asked by: Monica Lennon, MSP for Central Scotland, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 16 August 2022
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Current status: Answered by Jenny Gilruth on 13 September 2022
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it expects to reach the target of having 30,000 electric vehicle (EV) public charging points available for use by 2030.
Answer
Scotland already has the UK’s second highest number of public charge points outside of London, and the most rapid charge points anywhere in the UK. The figure of 30,000 charge points has been inferred from a Climate Change Committee report published in December 2020. It is difficult to determine with certainty how many public charge points will be required as this will be influenced by factors such as developments in battery range or charging speeds. Scotland's network of charge points must also reflect Scotland's unique geography and policies, which include our focus on public transport, active travel and reducing our dependence on cars.
The vision for public charge points in Scotland, published on 26 January 2022, also recognises the importance of private sector investment. Our charging Infrastructure Fund will bring together £60m of public and private investment so that no part of Scotland is left behind as we move to an electric future.