Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 July 2023
71. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Transport the discussions he or his officials have had with the providers of charging points in relation to leaving the older-type charge points in place when new-type charge points are being installed (details supplied) given there are still vehicles that cannot get a fast charge at the new type-charge points; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33026/23]
View answerThe expansion and upgrade of the public EV charging network is an effective way to help the transition to a zero and low emission vehicle fleet. It is important that the network is able to cater to as many vehicle types as possible, while also adhering to the latest technology standards in the EV market.
The EU has adopted the Combined Charging Standard, CCS, as the universally available plug type for fast charge points, as well as the Type 2 standard for normal charging.
Directive 2014/94/EU requires that all high-power DC charging points installed after November 18, 2017 must be equipped for interoperability purposes at least with CCS connectors, however the Directive does not prohibit the use of other types such as CHAdeMO in conjunction with CCS.
It is important to note that the decision on what additional connectors, if any, to install at a fast charge point is dictated by both the preferences of the installer and by market demand.
