2. Bristol’s Transport Strategy and the role of ULEVs
Strategic Overview
Bristol’s Transport Strategy and the role of ULEVs
Councillor Kye Dudd
Cabinet Member
for Energy, Waste and Regulatory Services

3. Strategic Overview
The city is experiencing the biggest investment in living memory with around £800m being invested in its transport infrastructure to 2020.
MetroBus Rapid Transport network
MetroWest suburban rail scheme
Cycle Ambition Programmes
Go Ultra Low West electric vehicle Programme
Electric vehicles play a key part of the future of transport in our city and region, complimenting walking, cycling and public transport
Clean Air Zones being developed in Bristol and Bath
Developing a WoE Low and Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy

4. Go Ultra Low West
OLEV Funded investment delivered by Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Councils.
£7m for EV infrastructure and promotion
Will ensure that existing charging points are reliable and accessible.
Expand the network with at least 120 new charging bays in the region
Create Rapid charging hubs at 4 locations allowing 20 minute charging
Support Business adoption of EVs with charge point grants
Pilot electric car clubs
Electric bike hire scheme in Bath
Freight “micro” consolidation in Bath and Bristol city centres

5. Public Charge Points
Developing a strategic network right across the region
Currently assessing sites for new charge points
You can suggest a location for a public charge point through Travelwest website
travelwest.info/drive/electric-vehicles/suggest-charge-point-location
All sites will be assessed based on viability, cost and location – we cannot guarantee that a suggested site will be used.
The first 2 Rapid charging hubs will open in 2019 – Bristol (Eastville) and Portishead

6. Business Grants
If you’re a Business you can apply for grants to install charging points for your staff or fleet.
Sara Sloman will tell you more today
Visit Travelwest website for more information.
travelwest.info/drive/electric-vehicles/for-businesses