EV charging solutions for local authorities
Partnering with councils and wider public sector organisations to deploy essential EV charging.
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EV charging for communities
Zest partners with local authorities and wider public sector organisations to deliver fully funded EV charging infrastructure. We handle everything from site assessment and planning to installation and ongoing maintenance, at zero cost to our partners. Our social value commitments support local employment and skills development in every project.
Why partner with Zest:
- Fully funded model means no financial risks or operational overheads
- B Corp certified business with powerful social value commitments
- Complete portfolio of fast, rapid, ultra-rapid and lamp-post charging solutions
- In-house expertise from one of the UK’s largest charge point operators
- 100% renewable energy across all operations
- Backed by the government sponsored Charging Infrastructure Investment Fund (CIIF)
our offer
Charging solutions for public spaces
On-street solutions
Council-owned car parks
Public transport hubs and park and ride facilities
Council depots and fleet charging
LEVI fund enhancement
Zest helps local authorities make more of their LEVI funding by combining public capital with private investment. This enables local authority EV charging schemes to scale and investment to be focused where it’s needed most. We work closely with council EV teams, supporting planning, procurement and contract management. With hands-on experience of LEVI Support Body requirements and Energy Saving Trust guidance, we help ensure schemes are compliant, well governed and progress smoothly from funding award into delivery and operation.
Social value and community impact
Zest’s dedicated Social Value team supports each public sector EV charging project, working alongside councils to embed social value commitments from the outset. We prioritise the use of local suppliers and contractors, support school outreach and work experience programmes, and create fair-wage employment and training opportunities throughout the UK. Our approach includes targeted routes into work for care leavers, ex-armed forces and people who face barriers to employment, alongside mentoring and skills development to support long-term progression.
case studies
Zest's current partners
Transport for London
Zest partners with TfL to deliver rapid charging bays on London red routes, as part of the Mayor’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Delivery (EVID) project.
Over 100 public electric vehicle charging stations across 51 locations.
“We’re glad to be working with Zest to expand the number of EV charging points across the capital, adding to the city’s extensive network."
David Rowe, TfL’s Director of Investment Delivery Planning
Hackney Council
Hackney Council becomes a national leader in UK EV charging infrastructure, with 2,500 Zest chargers across the borough’s seven square miles.
1,500 single socket 3.5kW AC lamppost chargers and 500 dual socket 22kW DC fast chargers.
“The switch to EVs will help tackle pollution and create a greener, healthier Hackney. We’re really happy to be working in partnership with Zest, who are funding, installing and operating the new chargers.”
Cllr Mete Coban, Hackney Council Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Environment and Transport
North Yorkshire Council
Zest works with North Yorkshire Council to ensure rural communities are not left behind in the EV transition.
Six dual socket rapid chargers across three market towns.
“We’re delighted to partner with Zest to provide rapid charge points. Our strategy is to support North Yorkshire residents and businesses, and ensure we remain a destination of choice for visitors with electric vehicles.”
Councillor Keane Duncan, North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for Highways and Transportation
our work in action
Brent Council
How it works
Fully managed solutions
Initial consultation and site assessment
Infrastructure planning and grid connection coordination by Zest’s expert in-house team
Installation by local contractors
Ongoing operation, maintenance and 24/7 driver support
Let's talk
If you’re thinking of deploying EV charge points, or are interested in working with us, then we’d like to hear from you.