Support from the Energy Service is helping Newport City Council to advance its fleet decarbonisation plans.
Summary
In 2021 to 2022, Newport City Council advanced its transition to a net zero fleet with support from the Energy Service. The council invested in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure across nine sites, helping reduce emissions and improve efficiency. The initiative contributes to the Welsh public sector’s carbon neutrality goals and has been positively received by fleet drivers for its quiet, clean technology.
Our support
The Energy Service provided a comprehensive package of technical and financial support, including grants for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, and gap-funding for new electric cars and vans. This support was key to enabling Newport City Council to accelerate its fleet decarbonisation plans.
Technology solution
- 4 × 50kW rapid chargers.
- 12 × fast chargers across 9 sites.
- Electric waste trucks and electric vans deployed.
- Zero-emission fleet transition supporting carbon neutral 2030 target.
Investment
- £840,000 for electric vehicles (waste trucks and vans).
- £315,000 for charge point infrastructure.
Impact
- Significant reduction in fleet carbon emissions (average 80%).
- 70 to 75% reduction in primary energy use compared to petrol/diesel vehicles.
- Enhanced driver experience with quieter, cleaner vehicles.
- Supports Welsh Government’s public sector decarbonisation goals.
The Energy Service have been key to enabling Newport City Council to accelerate our transition to an all-electric fleet as we work towards our carbon neutral 2030 target. They have provided technical support, grants for a range of charging infrastructure and gap-funding for new cars and vans. The rounded package of support has been invaluable to our fleet decarbonisation.
Ross Cudlipp, Carbon Reduction Manager, Newport City Council.
