Commenting on the government’s recent decision to move the ban on sales of petrol and diesel vehicles to 2035, EO Charging’s CEO – Charlie Jardine, said:
“The move from big oil to electric is crucial for our planet. Huge strides have been made in recent years to electrify vehicles for individuals, commercial van fleets and public transport despite the historic lack of critical planning from the government. A clear target has motivated and enabled businesses to raise investment and develop and build new products that are critical to drive net zero.
“Uncertainty and change in policy will only serve to slow or even reverse this progress hindering the development of the green economy. This is an unnecessary delay to reducing emissions and fails to capitalise on the world leading work to decarbonise UK electricity generation.
We would urge that the 2030 deadline remains in place, global warming isn’t slowing down neither should the push to fight against it. Despite this change in policy, we will continue to work with our industry and financial partners to ensure that the roll out continues at the current pace.”
