Our Investment Partnership: Charging your EV Strategy
Empowering everyone, everywhere to embrace EVs: Your vision, our capability, and joint investment in a thriving partnership.
Why choose char.gy as your investment partner?
In 2016, we began with a promising idea and innovative solutions, growing into a UK-wide network of over 3,000 on-street charge points. This year, char.gy’s network will expand further with an additional 1,000 charge points joining us from another provider, all delivering our industry-leading 99% uptime.
Our commitment from Zouk Capital of £100 million, as part of the Charging Infrastructure Investment Fund (CIIF), underscores our focus on growth and excellence. This substantial fund is dedicated exclusively to the expansion of public on-street EV charging and will ensure that we have the financial backing and strategic vision to support your socially impactful concessions.
Local government seeking a reliable and agile partner can trust char.gy’s proven track record. We have consistently delivered high-quality charging solutions, backed by our expertise and experience. Our projects are not just installations; they are a long-term commitment to improving urban mobility and sustainability.
#1
Most affordable
Ranked most affordable tariff provider 2023/24
99%
Network uptime
Industry leading uptime on our network
100%
Renewable energy
Renewable energy, when the grid is at its greenest
£100M
Private funding
Committed by Zouk Capital as part of the governments CIIF fund
Partnering with char.gy
Consultation
We work closely with our local government partners to develop a joint understanding of their strategic goals, key objectives, and priorities. Our comprehensive expertise in delivering tailored infrastructure solutions for residential use cases allows us to create robust yet agile infrastructure plans. This approach ensures together we make the most of LEVI public funding and private sector investment.
Demand planning
Determining where, when, and how many charge points to deploy is a complex process, making demand planning the most critical factor in developing a viable investment case. We have developed a bespoke technology platform and dedicated data analysis expertise that enables us to confidently predict future EV demand down to the postcode level.
This capability gives us the assurance to commit funding to projects and enhances the reach of our network. It allows us to host a greater number of charge points across more streets, including areas that are socioeconomically and geographically disadvantaged, providing equitable access for everyone, everywhere.
Investment Case Development
A viable investment case will attract private funding while achieving the societal goals of the concession.
This requires both parties to consider multiple variables affecting the commercial and social impact within the partnership and contract. We work with local governments to develop a mutually beneficial project scope, underpinned by a commercial structure that incentivises excellent performance, stability, and longevity of the concession.
Deploy and Operate
Once the concession begins, char.gy adopts the technology and revenue risk, deploying and operating the public network on behalf of the partnership.
While our service is delivered according to KPIs, our dedication to service quality is driven by our commitment to being the preferred provider for our drivers. We have designed the driver experience around convenience, reliability, and value for money, and we will continue to prioritise these metrics.
Our Partners
Our growing list of established partners are already experiencing the benefits of working with char.gy.
We make public EV charging simple for residents, through delivering robust, cost effective networks for our partners that focus on convenience.
Together we are giving people the confidence to go EV, accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.
My team trusts char.gy to manage the full process from selecting locations, undertaking technical surveys, liaising with residents, managing installations and providing all maintenance...
...This is a great partnership for our Council
Local Government Partner
Delivering the full range of charging solutions
We understand that creating an infrastructure that works for everyone, everywhere requires flexibility and the ability to meet a diverse set of needs.
To address the unique challenges of rural, urban, and metropolitan streetscapes, we have developed a range of in-house and third-party on and off street solutions.
Standard
At home charging. Bollard, lamppost and wall-mounted
Fast
Destination or services charging. Bollard, lamppost and wall-mounted
Rapid
Required for quick top ups. Pedestal tethered solution
Speak to our regional consultants
Wesley Highfield
North West & Tees Valley
As a Partnership Development Consultant at Char.gy, Wesley leads public procurement efforts in the North West and Tees Valley, working with councils to shape investment cases for EV infrastructure. His goal is to support councils in delivering commercially viable and accessible charging solutions that meet the needs of local residents.
Wesley Highfield studied Philosophy and Politics at the University of Liverpool and has always been interested in the energy sector. He is passionate about the social aspects of transitioning to EVs, shown by his mission: to ensure equitable access for all residents across an area regardless of location.
Gearard Hopkins
North East, Yorkshire & The Humber
As a Partnership Development Consultant at Char.gy, Gearard focuses on the North East, Yorkshire, and The Humber, close to his home in Leeds. His goal is to ensure the successful rollout of EV infrastructure, expanding access to sustainable transport options across the region.
Driven by his interest in societal change, Gearard studied History at the University of Leeds and has since built a career focused on fostering partnerships between the public and private sectors to bring about positive change. He began as an account manager at Blue Lozenge, a PR and internal communications agency primarily working with the NHS, and now brings his expertise to Char.gy. Knowledgeable about and deeply committed to his region, Gearard has a strong grasp when it comes to developing EV strategy, building effective partnerships, and navigating the complexities of public sector projects.
Richard Tyler
South West
As a Partnership Development Consultant, Richard collaborates with local councils in South West England to establish and expand EV charging infrastructure. His work supports char. gy's mission to create accessible and equitable charging solutions for residents who lack off-street parking.
Richard Tyler holds a master's degree in business management and has gained extensive experience working in a range of industries. His desire to take on significant challenges led him to the EV charging industry, where he plays a vital role in the UK's transition to net zero.
Holly Skinner
The Midlands
As a Partnership Development Consultant at Char.gy, Holly focuses on WMCA, advising local authorities on their EV charging strategies. Her goal is to ensure that the rollout of EV infrastructure meets and exceeds these regions' economic and environmental objectives.
Holly Skinner studied BSc in Marketing at UoY, followed by an MSc in Management at Durham. Her work at Char.gy is driven by a passion for equitable access for all residents across an area regardless of location. Her career in public-private partnerships began as a Partnership Success Consultant at Char.gy role, before moving into Partnership Development. This experience introduced Holly to the complexities of public sector projects and the importance of effective partnerships.
Our Investors
char.gy is backed by Zouk Capital and has recently secured additional funding from CIIF, bringing Zouk’s total investment in char.gy to £100 million. This £420 million fund was established by the UK Government in 2019 to accelerate the deployment of EV charging infrastructure.
This increased funding places us in an excellent position to forge strong and lasting partnerships with local governments, enabling the development of networks that supports the UK’s transition to electric mobility. Their investment significantly enhances our ability to expand charging access to everyone throughout the UK over the next five years.
Our sustainability mission
Driven by our vision of a cleaner, greener future, we hold ourselves accountable for our impact on the planet and society.
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is integral to our business strategy and crucial to promoting long-term sustainability and generating value for all our stakeholders.
Learn more about our sustainability commitments.
11.9 MILLION
kg/CO2 saved since we launched
Vauxhall & The Electric Streets of Britain
char.gy is partnered with Vauxhall Motors Ltd. in the Electric Streets of Britain campaign.
This initiative aims to support the transition to electric vehicles for the 40% of households without off-street parking, ensuring they're not left behind in the UK's electric transition.
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