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Zest and North East Combined Authority switch on first EV chargers

Zest and NECA have deployed public EV chargers in North Tyneside, boosting access to fast, local charging.

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Electric vehicle (EV) charging boost for County Durham

Zest's £7m investment added to £4m LEVI grant for 250 new charging locations across the county

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Zest opens new EV charging at Frenchgate Shopping Centre

New EV charging facilities at Frenchgate Shopping Centre in Doncaster, the city’s leading shopping and retail destination

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First EV charger of country-leading rollout live in Hackney

2,500 chargers in seven square miles make Hackney national leader in EV charging provision.

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Zouk Capital increases its commitment in Zest to £105m through the Charging Infrastructure Investment Fund

Investment in response to Zest’s increasing commercial momentum as it converts a burgeoning number of strategic contracts into large scale deployments

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Brent Council works with Zest and Uber to double the number of fast EV chargers

Zest and Uber partner with Brent Council to double the number of fast EV chargers, improving access for drivers across the local community.

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Zest opens EV charging for Riverdale Park development in Doncaster

Zest and Harworth Group deliver ultra-rapid EV charging at Doncaster’s Riverdale Park, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge.

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The 5-Minute Rule: From Coverage to Convenience

This blog explores the role of proximity in shaping behaviour, drawing on data to show why a “5-minute walk” could become a critical benchmark for effective infrastructure planning.

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EV Charger Grants for UK Businesses: Every Funding Option for 2026

Complete guide to UK EV charger grants for 2026. WCS increasing to £500/socket, LEVI Fund, Scottish grants, fleet schemes and tax incentives. Updated March 2026.

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Zest awarded place on ESPO Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Framework VC13

Zest has been awarded a place on the Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) Framework for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure.

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On-Street EV Charging: Solutions for Local Authorities

An in-depth view of on-street EV charging infrastructure in the UK.

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2026: four predictions shaping EV adoption and charging

Zest Chief Development Officer, Paul Ford, outlines his predictions for the EV and EV charging industries in 2026.

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EV Charging Reliability in 2026: What the Data Really Shows

A data-led look at UK EV charging reliability in 2026—99% mandate, accurate first-time success rates, penalties, repair times, and priorities for property, fleets and local authorities.