The WA EV Network continues its roll out across regional Western Australia, with the first of eight electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers for the Kimberley now operational in Broome.
Located at Town Beach carpark, Horizon Power’s 150kW fast charger will allow drivers to top up their electric vehicles in as little as 20 minutes.
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Horizon Power’s next EV charging station will open in Carnarvon next month, while construction has started in Exmouth, Denham, Derby and Karratha.
The state government’s WA EV Network is being delivered by Horizon Power and Synergy and will include 98 charging stations across 49 locations connecting Perth and regional WA.
Horizon Power’s bespoke approach to this project includes using a combination of solar and battery, with a back-up diesel generator, to power its EV chargers in WA’s remote locations.
The WA EV Network is part of the government’s $43.5 million investment to boost EV infrastructure around the state,
The project is providing vital infrastructure for EV owners who will easily be able to travel Western Australia, with the average distance between charging stations around 200km.
The WA EV Network will be the longest in Australia stretching over 7,000km from Kununurra in the north, to Esperance in the south and east to Eucla. Geraldton and Northampton received the first fast chargers in April 2023.
Horizon Power CEO Stephanie Unwin said, “The evolution and uptake of electric vehicles is probably one of the biggest changes we’ll see to transport in our lifetime and having the right infrastructure in place is critical in reducing the barriers for EV use. Horizon Power is privileged to be delivering this vital infrastructure with Synergy and the WA State Government and being part of this important journey.
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JET Charge CEO Tim Washington said robust and comprehensive EV charging infrastructure in regional locations like Broome was essential for accelerating the transition to electric mobility in Australia.
“It’s important that we recognise the significance of providing reliable and accessible charging infrastructure beyond major cities, instilling EV drivers with the confidence to explore our beautiful country knowing charging infrastructure is readily available,” he said.
