West Yorkshire Targets Net-Zero With 700 EV Chargers Installed

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has partnered with Blink Charging UK Ltd. to install 716 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across five district councils—Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds, and Wakefield—as part of a £1.41 million initiative partially funded by the UK government's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Pilot Fund (LEVI). This 15-year project aims to increase EV charging accessibility, especially for residents without off-street parking, supporting the region's net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2038. The chargers will include Standard, Fast, and Rapid types to meet diverse charging needs, with installation slated to begin later this year. West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin highlighted the environmental and community benefits of the new infrastructure, while Parliamentary Under Secretary Keir Mather emphasized its role in making EV ownership more convenient. Blink Charging, already active in most West Yorkshire districts, continues to expand its presence in the UK through such partnerships. This initiative marks a significant milestone in Blink's UK growth and the broader effort to transition to sustainable transportation.