The Energy Service supported Welsh Fire and Rescue Services to meet its targets for ultra-low emission vehicles.
Summary
To meet Welsh Government targets for ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs) by 2025, the Welsh Fire and Rescue Services needed a robust EV charging network across geographically dispersed operational sites. The Energy Service provided £650,000 in grant funding and assessed all three services to support the final phase of this ambitious infrastructure rollout, completed in March 2025 and fully operational by April 2025.
Our support
Site assessments, strategic planning, grant funding through the Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) programme, and technical guidance for infrastructure deployment.
Technology solution
- 1.8 MW of charging infrastructure across North Wales, including 45 standard chargers.
- 15 twin chargers installed across Mid and West Wales.
- 6 high-speed 50 kW chargers with grid upgrades in South Wales.
- 12 zero-emission vans funded for South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Investment
- £650,000 in grant funding provided by the Energy Service through the EVCI and ZEV programmes.
Impact
- South Wales Fire and Rescue Service: 253 t CO₂e lifetime emissions reduction; £105,223 in financial savings.
- Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service: 3,228 t CO₂e lifetime savings; £1.6 million in cost reductions.
- North Wales Fire and Rescue Service: 4,185 t CO₂e lifetime savings; £2.1 million in cost reductions.
- Improved air quality and operational sustainability across all regions.
We are very grateful for the grant support provided by the Welsh Government Energy Service, which has been instrumental in completing our rollout of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This phase of the project has successfully delivered 45 charging points across 22 sites, significantly advancing our fleet electrification goals and ensuring we meet our 2025 targets. The new infrastructure not only serves our organisational needs but also provides our staff with convenient charging options, complete with Welsh language functionality – reflecting our commitment to accessibility and cultural heritage."
Tim Christensen, Environment and Climate Change Manager at North Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
