Camden Council is deploying hundreds of pavement charging points in a multi-million-pound investment to boost EV infrastructure.

L-R: Councillor Adam Harrison from Camden with Hugh MacKenzie, Trojan’s chief operating officer

The local authority has contracted charge point operator Trojan Energy to install over 570 charge points, supported by government funding from the On-street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (ORCS).

Trojan Energy’s charge points are designed flat and flush with the pavements and enable residents without driveways to charge their EVs easily and locally, help to accelerate the switch to electric vehicles.

Trojan Energy previously deployed charge points in Camden in 2022 as part of an Innovate UK trial. The trial received positive feedback from users and residents in the borough. The latest contract will further support the transition to EVs whilst “limiting on-street clutter”.

The new chargers will also integrate with car club schemes, supporting Camden’s wider goal to reduce unnecessary private car ownership and promote active travel options.

The flat and flush design for Trojan Energy’s chargers means the pavement is fully accessible to other users when they’re not in use. Customers use an adaptor which they keep in their possession to connect their vehicle to the charge point at the roadside. These points are linked via underground cables to cabinets, located up to 100m away.

Trojan Energy’s charge points are also designed as a cluster, increasing the chances of EV drivers finding a free charging bay, according to the firm. This combined with the parking bay sensor technology means dedicated bays are not required, enabling easier deployment.

The first 70 charge points will be installed in July 2025, with 570 charge points, subject to finding suitable locations, expected to be completed in 2026.

Ian Mackenzie, CEO of Trojan Energy, said: “Trojan Energy’s mission has always been to ensure everyone benefits from the energy transition. After the huge success of our trials in 2022, we are delighted to now be able to support the Borough’s ambition towards sustainable travel, the switch to EVs, and to help residents who are keen to see many more of our charge points rolled out across Camden.”

Councillor Adam Harrison, Cabinet Member for Planning and a Sustainable Camden, commented: “Supporting electric vehicles and car clubs will make it easier for residents who want to make the shift to EVs. By promoting active travel such as walking and cycling and facilitating this shift to electric vehicles with convenient charging points, we hope to improve air quality, reduce emissions, and support environmental resilience across the borough.”