Including the closely related terms charge points, more charging points, and vehicle charging.
…) for cars and vans, and Euro VI for larger vehicles • There are over 1,000 electric vehicle charging points across Westminster, the highest rate per capita of any UK local authority. Westminster also recorded the second highest number of Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) registrations in 2020. Parking surcharges for diesel vehicles and resident permit discounts incentivise the transition to ULEVs…
… Recommendations Recommendation Example actions Encourage sustainable and active travel through the creation of traffic free zones, supporting walking or cycling infrastructure and facilities (e.g. cycle storage). Support safer, healthier and greener travel across the city through the Council’s Movement Strategy. Increase the use of electric vehicles through more charging points and stakeholder…
… partnership working to promote a shift to electric public and private vehicles. Continue to expand electric vehicle charging points beyond the 1,000 already installed across the city. Reduce Westminster’s contribution to transport emissions outside the city, including through reduced air travel. Discourage business air travel. Develop and promote a local approach that enables Westminster’s…
… carbon emissions by 75% in comparison to a standard maintenance scheme. This was achieved by using electric tools, recycled and lower carbon materials, and low carbon fuels and vehicles. The council will be piloting the low carbon delivery model across several more planned maintenance schemes in 2021/22. Delivering over 1,000 on-street electric vehicle charge points across the city, the highest…
… of any local authority. We are aiming to increase this to 1,500 charge points by April 2022. • The Oxford Street District framework launched in February 2021 to pilot low- carbon economic growth and development. The council has committed £150 million to kickstart the programme and work will begin immediately on interim improvements including additional pedestrian space, pop up parks and greening…