The University of Warwick has deployed 78 charging spaces across multiple car parks in a significant step towards sustainable transport solutions on campus.

The chargers include both fast and rapid devices and are spread across multiple university car parks

Zest carried out the installation as part of a £1.3m investment that will see the charge point operator provide and manage charging facilities at the University over the next 15 years.

The chargers include both fast and rapid devices and are projected to save more than 15,000 tonnes of CO2, equivalent to 69 million miles driven in a petrol car.

The project supports work by the university’s work in transport and future mobility research. Its academics work with major industry and government to advise and develop green, clean modes of transport, and trial solutions on campus.

George Saxon, head of transport systems & operations at the University of Warwick, said: “The new charging facilities align with our commitment to reducing carbon emissions and supporting those transitioning to electric vehicles. By creating these charging spaces, we are not only enhancing the convenience for our staff, students, and visitors but also supporting the wider shift towards cleaner mobility in the region.”

Robin Heap, CEO at Zest, said: “Providing abundant charging facilities ahead of demand encourages more people to make the switch to electric vehicles, so Zest is proud to be supporting the University of Warwick as it looks to reduce carbon emissions generated from all forms of transport. After announcing our partnership with the University in May, we’re delighted to already be operating over 60 charging spaces, making public EV charging more accessible for staff, students and visitors alike.”

On 21 November, Warwick Conferences will host the Transport + Energy Forum on the university campus. The event will bring together more than 60 public sector leaders to explore actionable steps in transport decarbonisation and showcase sustainable technology, including a presentation from Zest on its partnership with the University of Warwick.