192 New EV Fast Charging Ports To Be Installed In Ireland - CleanTechnica

Ireland’s Department of Transport has announced the installation of 90 new electric vehicle (EV) charging hubs featuring 192 fast charging ports, each averaging about 250 kW. This initiative marks the final major phase of Ireland’s Light Duty Vehicle program, aiming to create a national EV charging network with charging hubs spaced no more than 30 kilometers (approximately 18 miles) apart. The goal is to alleviate range anxiety by ensuring convenient and reliable access to high-powered chargers across both urban and rural areas, thereby supporting local economies, tourism, and regional development. The plan aligns with Ireland’s broader climate goals, including achieving climate neutrality by 2050 and increasing renewable electricity generation to 80% by 2030. The government emphasizes that expanding charging infrastructure is key to encouraging EV adoption, noting that average daily travel distances in Ireland are relatively short, making frequent fast charging more practical than ultra-long-range EVs. Comparisons are drawn to places like California and the Netherlands, where dense charging networks have successfully