From 11 April 2023, tariffs will be introduced for using Council-owned electric vehicle charging points in Shetland.
The tariffs will be set at the following rates:
- 47p per kWh at 7kW and 22kW fast chargers
- 57p per kWh at 50kW rapid chargers
Drivers can still use their charging card to access charge points, and payments will be administered through the operator ChargePlace Scotland. New EV drivers can charge on the network by obtaining a ChargePlace Scotland charging card. ChargePlace Scotland cards are subject to an annual membership fee of £20.
Scottish Government policy will see the new sale of petrol and diesel cars cease in 2030. To support this transition, Shetland Islands Council have installed a network of public chargers throughout the isles with more installs coming in the near future. Income raised from the use of Council-owned EV charge points will contribute to continued maintenance of this network.
These tariffs apply to Council owned charge points only. Private or community owned charge points tariffs may be different and drivers should check the tariff of their specific charger.
A full list of council owned public EV charge points throughout Shetland can be found on the ChargePlace Scotland website or using the iOS or Android app.
Moraig Lyall, Chair of the Council's Environment and Transport Committee, said, “Electric vehicle usage is increasing in Shetland. Owners of EVs have benefitted from free access to Council owned charging points for some time, but it’s now time that we introduce these charges to ensure that the infrastructure continues to be sustainable.”