University of Warwick offers over 140 EV charging spaces

The University of Warwick works closely with major industry and government to advance green modes of transport and trials real-world solutions on campus.

The university has now embraced electric vehicle, with some 142 charging spaces now available across 14 locations on its campus.

The roll-out is part of a £1.3m investment by Zest that will see the chargepoint operator provide and manage charging facilities at the university over the next 15 years. The systems include both fast and rapid EV chargers.

George Saxon, head of transport systems and operations at the University of Warwick, said: “We are pleased to have worked with Zest to deliver this important step in our journey towards more sustainable transport on campus. The new charging network supports our ambitions to cut carbon emissions, while giving staff, students, and visitors the confidence to choose electric vehicles as part of a cleaner future.”

Robin Heap, CEO at Zest, said: “By delivering one of the largest university charging networks in the UK, we’re making it easier than ever for people to switch to electric vehicles. In less than two years, this project has confirmed the University of Warwick as a leader in EV infrastructure in the academic sector and sets an example of how campuses can lead the transition to cleaner mobility.”