A $100 million boost from the Federal Government has meant Ampol will roll out 200 electric vehicle chargers across Australia.
The new electric vehicle (EV) chargers will be rolled out across Ampol’s nationwide network of service stations.
According to data provided by the office of Chris Bowen, Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the number of EV chargers across Australia has almost doubled in less than 18 months.
“With more Australians opting for cheaper-to-run EVs we need to make sure we’re keeping up with demand for charging. We’ve already seen growth in EV charging locations from 464 in December 2022 to around 900 at the beginning of 2024,” Bowen says.
“This $100 million investment from the CEFC will help continue the Australian Government’s work to make sure EV drivers have access to charging where and when they need it.”
But a recent RACV survey showed range, and the infrequency of charging points, along with purchase price remained major obstacles in the uptake of alternative low-emissions vehicles in regional areas
Australia has also had a 131 per cent increase in the number of locations with ultra-fast chargers.
The news comes just days after Ampol confirmed it had entered a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Graincorp to explore the feasibility of supplying renewable fuels in Australia.
The study is expected to look into the supply of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel.
Ampol CEO Matt Halliday, highlighted the importance of funding and government support for a renewable projects.
“Australia has a compelling competitive advantage in infrastructure, technical expertise and the availability of raw materials necessary to develop a renewable fuels capability,” Halliday says.
“This foundational agreement is a significant step in establishing a renewable fuels industry in Queensland and Australia, by creating benefits in energy security, supporting regional development and stimulating agriculture and manufacturing industries.”