o Regional Assembly and Local Authority Electric Vehicle network plans to deliver accessible and low-cost charging; o High-powered electric vehicle charging strategy; and o Review financial incentives to further the transition of vehicle fleets, considering actions to support and deliver a just and equitable EV transition. Cork City Development 2022-2028 The Cork City Development Plan has clear objectives to support the transition from traditional fuel sources to more sustainable fuel sources included supporting the provision of charging infrastructure for electric Vehicles on-street, within car parks and in new developments. In addition, the development plan includes specific recommendations with respect to the quantum of charge points required within new developments.
Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy The Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy has been developed by the National Transport Authority (NTA) in collaboration with Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), Cork City Council and Cork County Council. The National Planning Framework 2040 anticipates that Cork is expected to grow by 50% to 60% and this growth will result in a significant increase in the demand for travel. This demand needs to be planned for carefully in order to maintain Cork’s attractiveness to live, work, visit and invest in. A key principle for Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy is to reduce dependency on the private car, while increasing the appeal of sustainable transport options. The Strategy presents an accessible, integrated transport network for all travel modes that enables the sustainable growth of the Cork Metropolitan Area as a dynamic, connected, and competitive city region.
The Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy includes policies in support of the transition to a Low Carbon and climate Resilient Society which includes the expansion of the existing electric vehicle charging points.
100 Climate Neutral and Smart Cities (Mission Cities) In 2022 , Cork and Dublin were the Irish cities selected to participate in the European Union’s Mission to achieve 100 Climate Neutral and Smart Cities.
The mission has three main elements to deliver a roadmap to climate neutrality:
Climate Action Plan
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Investment Plan
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Climate City Contract
Through the mission, Cork has access to dedicated City Advisors to assist build a city-wide movement to achieve climate neutrality ahead of Ireland’s National Climate Objective (net zero by 31/12/2050). The delivery of publicly accessible electric charging infrastructure will assist deliver on this objective by reducing transport related emissions.
Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy - Publicly Accessible Charging Infrastructure
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