IRELAND - It is expected that a total of six sites will be operational by the end of 2023, with a further 10 coming online in 2024.

SSE has announced that SSE Energy Solutions plans to develop a nationwide EV charging network across Ireland. The £30m ($36m) partnership with SSE Airtricity will see at least 30 ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hubs installed across Ireland over the next four years, all of which will be powered by 100% green electricity.

According to SSE, as part of the EV infrastructure rollout, it has been confirmed that the first hub will open at the Lough Sheever Corporate Park in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath next year. The site will be publicly accessible and designed to accommodate long-wheelbase vehicles and buses, as well as cars and fleet vehicles.

As part of Phase One of the project in 2023, and subject to planning permission, additional hubs with 10 charging bays should be installed in Blanchardstown Business Park and Greenogue Industrial Estate in Dublin.

It is expected that a total of six sites will be operational by the end of 2023, with a further 10 coming online in 2024.

Source: SSE