Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations - Proposed 20 year lease or license of land at four locations

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Consultation has concluded

Council decision/outcomes

During the consultation period 104 feedback form responses were received. There was majority support for a lease or licence for all potential sites, ranging from 67% (Harpers Field) to 75% (Turramurra Recreation Centre). Opposition levels across the four potential sites averaged 16%.

At its meeting on Tuesday 23 April 2024, Council considered the feedback received from the community and made the following decisions:

  • Considers that the inclusion of electric vehicle charging stations on the sites referred to in the Council report will be of benefit to the community and approves the CEO to:
  1. Formalise the arrangement for Council’s consideration with Energy Australia and progress the deployment of electric vehicle charging stations at selected sites
  2. Amend the relevant Community Land Management Plans to include electric vehicle charging stations upon installation of the infrastructure.

The Council report acknowledged that some concerns were raised by residents relating to traffic controls and safety of equipment. These will be addressed in the detailed site-specific risk assessments and design. The Council report also noted, as per the project principles, that “there is to be no financial cost to Council through the lifetime of the arrangement. It is the expectation of Council that all necessary infrastructure will be installed, commissioned, operated and decommissioned by the service provider”.

Read the community engagement outcomes report

Read the Council report (Council Meeting - Notice, Agenda & Reports - 23 April 2024 - see pages 207 - 300)

Read the Council Meeting minutes - 23 April 2024

Background

Council is seeking feedback from the community about the proposed 20 year lease or licence of land for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at four potential sites across the City.

The City of Tea Tree Gully currently has three EV charging stations; one at Modbury Park ‘n’ Ride, one at the Pickled Duck in Modbury and the provision for one at the Golden Grove Park ‘n’ Ride for future activation. Council recognises the increasing expectation that EV charging stations are available across our City.

At the request of Elected Members, Council staff have investigated options for the provision and installation of further EV charging stations in our City. This included identifying potential Council managed sites and seeking a suitable partner to provide the charging stations. A two-stage Expression of Interest process resulted in Energy Australia being the preferred supplier for the charging stations.

After considering site current and future usage, Council staff shortlisted four potential sites:

  • Tilley Recreation Park (Surrey Downs)
  • Harpers Field Community Building and Sporting Club (Greenwith)
  • Turramurra Recreation Centre (Highbury)
  • Golden Fields (Golden Grove)

A site would include a fast-charging station including:

  • 50kW or 120kW (dual port) chargers
  • Provision for 4-6 car parks
  • A Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) 233kWh or 466kWh – to support operations of the EV charging points and to provide a more resilient electricity supply

Example images of what the charging stations and batteries look like are here. An information handout can be found here.

The EV charging stations would meet the design requirements for accessible parking provisions (i.e. width of car park, surface treatment etc). The EV charging station installation process would take place over two stages.

The basis of an agreement with Energy Australia would include:

  • that there is no cost to Council through the lifetime of the arrangement . All necessary infrastructure will be installed, commissioned, operated and decommissioned by Energy Australia
  • Council will not own or manage the charging station infrastructure and service delivery
  • The expectation that an EV charging station has a 95% uptime

The proposed term for the lease is 20 years, which may be negotiable by including extension provisions. The Local Government Act requires that before granting a lease or licence relating to community land greater than five years, Council must consult with their community.

To get involved and have your say:

  • Register here (if you haven't already, otherwise you can sign in when prompted)
  • Provide feedback by completing the online feedback form
  • Have a question? Ask us here. Have a look to see what questions have already been answered before
  • An Easy Read version of this Project page is also available

We value your comments and would appreciate your feedback by 5pm Wednesday 20 March 2024.

All feedback received will be presented to Council for its consideration before the locations are finalised. Selection of sites and locations/parking bays for the EV chargers will be determined based on technical feasibility and community feedback.

If you need assistance to participate in this consultation, please call Jon Herd on 8397 7444 or send us a message

Council decision/outcomes

During the consultation period 104 feedback form responses were received. There was majority support for a lease or licence for all potential sites, ranging from 67% (Harpers Field) to 75% (Turramurra Recreation Centre). Opposition levels across the four potential sites averaged 16%.

At its meeting on Tuesday 23 April 2024, Council considered the feedback received from the community and made the following decisions:

  • Considers that the inclusion of electric vehicle charging stations on the sites referred to in the Council report will be of benefit to the community and approves the CEO to:
  1. Formalise the arrangement for Council’s consideration with Energy Australia and progress the deployment of electric vehicle charging stations at selected sites
  2. Amend the relevant Community Land Management Plans to include electric vehicle charging stations upon installation of the infrastructure.

The Council report acknowledged that some concerns were raised by residents relating to traffic controls and safety of equipment. These will be addressed in the detailed site-specific risk assessments and design. The Council report also noted, as per the project principles, that “there is to be no financial cost to Council through the lifetime of the arrangement. It is the expectation of Council that all necessary infrastructure will be installed, commissioned, operated and decommissioned by the service provider”.

Read the community engagement outcomes report

Read the Council report (Council Meeting - Notice, Agenda & Reports - 23 April 2024 - see pages 207 - 300)

Read the Council Meeting minutes - 23 April 2024

Background

Council is seeking feedback from the community about the proposed 20 year lease or licence of land for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at four potential sites across the City.

The City of Tea Tree Gully currently has three EV charging stations; one at Modbury Park ‘n’ Ride, one at the Pickled Duck in Modbury and the provision for one at the Golden Grove Park ‘n’ Ride for future activation. Council recognises the increasing expectation that EV charging stations are available across our City.

At the request of Elected Members, Council staff have investigated options for the provision and installation of further EV charging stations in our City. This included identifying potential Council managed sites and seeking a suitable partner to provide the charging stations. A two-stage Expression of Interest process resulted in Energy Australia being the preferred supplier for the charging stations.

After considering site current and future usage, Council staff shortlisted four potential sites:

  • Tilley Recreation Park (Surrey Downs)
  • Harpers Field Community Building and Sporting Club (Greenwith)
  • Turramurra Recreation Centre (Highbury)
  • Golden Fields (Golden Grove)

A site would include a fast-charging station including:

  • 50kW or 120kW (dual port) chargers
  • Provision for 4-6 car parks
  • A Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) 233kWh or 466kWh – to support operations of the EV charging points and to provide a more resilient electricity supply

Example images of what the charging stations and batteries look like are here. An information handout can be found here.

The EV charging stations would meet the design requirements for accessible parking provisions (i.e. width of car park, surface treatment etc). The EV charging station installation process would take place over two stages.

The basis of an agreement with Energy Australia would include:

  • that there is no cost to Council through the lifetime of the arrangement . All necessary infrastructure will be installed, commissioned, operated and decommissioned by Energy Australia
  • Council will not own or manage the charging station infrastructure and service delivery
  • The expectation that an EV charging station has a 95% uptime

The proposed term for the lease is 20 years, which may be negotiable by including extension provisions. The Local Government Act requires that before granting a lease or licence relating to community land greater than five years, Council must consult with their community.

To get involved and have your say:

  • Register here (if you haven't already, otherwise you can sign in when prompted)
  • Provide feedback by completing the online feedback form
  • Have a question? Ask us here. Have a look to see what questions have already been answered before
  • An Easy Read version of this Project page is also available

We value your comments and would appreciate your feedback by 5pm Wednesday 20 March 2024.

All feedback received will be presented to Council for its consideration before the locations are finalised. Selection of sites and locations/parking bays for the EV chargers will be determined based on technical feasibility and community feedback.

If you need assistance to participate in this consultation, please call Jon Herd on 8397 7444 or send us a message

Consultation has concluded

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  • Share What is the public safety provision in the event of a BESS thermal runaway. This should also cover the release of toxic fumes and any run-off from the large amount of water needed if these unfortunately catch fire. on Facebook Share What is the public safety provision in the event of a BESS thermal runaway. This should also cover the release of toxic fumes and any run-off from the large amount of water needed if these unfortunately catch fire. on Twitter Share What is the public safety provision in the event of a BESS thermal runaway. This should also cover the release of toxic fumes and any run-off from the large amount of water needed if these unfortunately catch fire. on Linkedin Email What is the public safety provision in the event of a BESS thermal runaway. This should also cover the release of toxic fumes and any run-off from the large amount of water needed if these unfortunately catch fire. link

    What is the public safety provision in the event of a BESS thermal runaway. This should also cover the release of toxic fumes and any run-off from the large amount of water needed if these unfortunately catch fire.

    Tony Dini asked 9 months ago

    Hi Tony,

    Thank you for your question. We have asked our contractor to comment, and provide the following.

    First, we like to prepare and plan for emergencies, since pre-planning is a crucial element to respond. Some of these pre-planning includes:

    • Fire department and other first responders are informed and received a copy of the location’s specifications and have participated in an on-site familiarisation meeting.
    • All emergency responder access points to the facility are identified.
    • All road exits are established and posted on an emergency information notice board.
    • Evacuation route diagrams have been documented and posted on the emergency information notice board.
    • Suitable fire suppression systems (like water inundation or sprinklers) will be considered if specific to site needs. 

     

    The BESS system to be installed includes sophisticated management and monitoring systems to protect the community and the batteries from day one of construction, which enables continuous thermal management and allows for isolation to enhance protection. The batteries to be installed in all locations are CATL, one of the leaders in battery energy storage systems, very safe and reliable. Some of the protective devices are:

    • Air-conditioners to maintain optimal ambient temperatures within the battery and prevent thermal runaway. 
    • Fire Indication Panel that provides real-time monitoring and indication of fire or overheating within the BESS for an immediate detection of fire incidents, facilitating a quick response to mitigate damage and ensure personnel safety.
    • Gas Detectors alarm the presence of flammable or toxic gases that may be released from batteries due to malfunction or thermal runaway allowing for prompt intervention.
    • Emergency Button allowing the immediate shutdown of the system or activation of emergency protocols when pressed to quickly isolate problems and minimize risks to both the facility and surrounding areas.
    • ACB (Air Circuit Breaker) protects the electrical circuits by automatically interrupting circuit flow if a fault is detected, preventing overloads or short circuits.
    • Room Temperature Sensor monitoring the ambient temperature within the battery storage area alerting operators to temperature deviations that could indicate malfunctioning equipment or an increased risk of thermal runaway, allowing for preventive action.
    • Grid Protection Relay monitors the grid and the BESS for electrical faults, disconnecting the battery system from the grid if anomalies are detected.
    • Battery Management Units (BMU) monitors and manages individual cells or modules within the battery system, controlling parameters like voltage, current, and temperature, by ensuring cells operate within safe limits, and can isolate faulty cells to prevent damage spreading within the battery system.

     

    We trust this answers your question.

     

    Kind Regards

    Brooke

  • Share May I inquire about the rationale behind the decision not to include a solar canopy in the proposed electric vehicle charging stations, as well as the reasons for omitting lighting and 24-hour access to public toilets from the project? on Facebook Share May I inquire about the rationale behind the decision not to include a solar canopy in the proposed electric vehicle charging stations, as well as the reasons for omitting lighting and 24-hour access to public toilets from the project? on Twitter Share May I inquire about the rationale behind the decision not to include a solar canopy in the proposed electric vehicle charging stations, as well as the reasons for omitting lighting and 24-hour access to public toilets from the project? on Linkedin Email May I inquire about the rationale behind the decision not to include a solar canopy in the proposed electric vehicle charging stations, as well as the reasons for omitting lighting and 24-hour access to public toilets from the project? link

    May I inquire about the rationale behind the decision not to include a solar canopy in the proposed electric vehicle charging stations, as well as the reasons for omitting lighting and 24-hour access to public toilets from the project?

    EV_Greg asked 9 months ago

    Hello Ev_Greg,

    Thanks for your questions. 

    The selected sites are generally in shaded locations. The energy saving technology is in the form of the battery systems – they will ‘soak up’ the excess solar that is in the grid during the day, for use in the charging of vehicles. Regarding access to toilets and lighting, at this stage it is not anticipated that there will be additional lighting required, beyond what is already installed at the car parks. The amenities will already be available during standard hours, and at this stage it is not intended that there will be 24 hr access to facilities.

    We hope this answers your questions. For more information, and to provide feedback, please head here.

    Thanks,
    Brooke

  • Share How will the council effectively address the challenge of non-electric vehicles blocking EV charging stations? Additionally, what strategies can be implemented to manage queuing efficiently and ensure equitable access for all users? on Facebook Share How will the council effectively address the challenge of non-electric vehicles blocking EV charging stations? Additionally, what strategies can be implemented to manage queuing efficiently and ensure equitable access for all users? on Twitter Share How will the council effectively address the challenge of non-electric vehicles blocking EV charging stations? Additionally, what strategies can be implemented to manage queuing efficiently and ensure equitable access for all users? on Linkedin Email How will the council effectively address the challenge of non-electric vehicles blocking EV charging stations? Additionally, what strategies can be implemented to manage queuing efficiently and ensure equitable access for all users? link

    How will the council effectively address the challenge of non-electric vehicles blocking EV charging stations? Additionally, what strategies can be implemented to manage queuing efficiently and ensure equitable access for all users?

    EV_Greg asked 9 months ago

    Hello EV_Greg,

    Thank you for your questions. 

    There will be parking signage incorporated to describe the acceptable use and expectations of using these charging stations and car parks. Increasingly there are ‘idle charge’ fees being introduced for users who are parked beyond the necessary charging duration.

    We hoe this answers your questions. For further information, please head here.

    Thanks,
    Brooke

  • Share Would it be feasible to incorporate additional free-to-use destination chargers alongside the paid fast chargers? These lower-power chargers (2-7 kW) would cater to users who don’t require rapid charging but may stay longer at the park. on Facebook Share Would it be feasible to incorporate additional free-to-use destination chargers alongside the paid fast chargers? These lower-power chargers (2-7 kW) would cater to users who don’t require rapid charging but may stay longer at the park. on Twitter Share Would it be feasible to incorporate additional free-to-use destination chargers alongside the paid fast chargers? These lower-power chargers (2-7 kW) would cater to users who don’t require rapid charging but may stay longer at the park. on Linkedin Email Would it be feasible to incorporate additional free-to-use destination chargers alongside the paid fast chargers? These lower-power chargers (2-7 kW) would cater to users who don’t require rapid charging but may stay longer at the park. link

    Would it be feasible to incorporate additional free-to-use destination chargers alongside the paid fast chargers? These lower-power chargers (2-7 kW) would cater to users who don’t require rapid charging but may stay longer at the park.

    EV_Greg asked 9 months ago

    Hello EV_Greg,

    Thank you for your question and suggestion.

    At this stage it is intended only to be for faster charging and for paying customers, as it needs to be a service cost-neutral for the community.

    We trust this answers your question. For more information and to provide your feedback, please head here.

    Thanks,

    Brooke

  • Share Will any ratepayers' money be allocated to this proposal? If so, I am against the whole idea. Also, going for the cheapest is not always the best. I do not want to see the chinese getting their hands on TTG. on Facebook Share Will any ratepayers' money be allocated to this proposal? If so, I am against the whole idea. Also, going for the cheapest is not always the best. I do not want to see the chinese getting their hands on TTG. on Twitter Share Will any ratepayers' money be allocated to this proposal? If so, I am against the whole idea. Also, going for the cheapest is not always the best. I do not want to see the chinese getting their hands on TTG. on Linkedin Email Will any ratepayers' money be allocated to this proposal? If so, I am against the whole idea. Also, going for the cheapest is not always the best. I do not want to see the chinese getting their hands on TTG. link

    Will any ratepayers' money be allocated to this proposal? If so, I am against the whole idea. Also, going for the cheapest is not always the best. I do not want to see the chinese getting their hands on TTG.

    Jack asked 9 months ago

    Hello Jack,

    Thank you for your question.

    There is no funding being provided by ratepayers to install these chargers.

    Energy Australia were selected through an open procurement process. As a result of this the company were chosen according to the merit of their proposal.

    For further information regarding the proposal and to provide your feedback, please head here.

    Kind regards,

    Brooke

  • Share I'm supportive of these developments, but I'd like to follow up on the earlier insurance question and ask additional questions. What impacts will the batteries have on the insurance costs of Council infrastructure (i.e. does it increase the insurance for Turramurra because of an increased fire risk)? Additionally, what are the arrangements at the end of the lease term, who is responsible for clean-up of the site and removal of the batteries and other infrastructure? Finally, are there guaranteed "up times" for the sites and appropriate penalties in place for non-compliance (if we are going to give this organisation a benefit, they must make sure the community benefit is in place). on Facebook Share I'm supportive of these developments, but I'd like to follow up on the earlier insurance question and ask additional questions. What impacts will the batteries have on the insurance costs of Council infrastructure (i.e. does it increase the insurance for Turramurra because of an increased fire risk)? Additionally, what are the arrangements at the end of the lease term, who is responsible for clean-up of the site and removal of the batteries and other infrastructure? Finally, are there guaranteed "up times" for the sites and appropriate penalties in place for non-compliance (if we are going to give this organisation a benefit, they must make sure the community benefit is in place). on Twitter Share I'm supportive of these developments, but I'd like to follow up on the earlier insurance question and ask additional questions. What impacts will the batteries have on the insurance costs of Council infrastructure (i.e. does it increase the insurance for Turramurra because of an increased fire risk)? Additionally, what are the arrangements at the end of the lease term, who is responsible for clean-up of the site and removal of the batteries and other infrastructure? Finally, are there guaranteed "up times" for the sites and appropriate penalties in place for non-compliance (if we are going to give this organisation a benefit, they must make sure the community benefit is in place). on Linkedin Email I'm supportive of these developments, but I'd like to follow up on the earlier insurance question and ask additional questions. What impacts will the batteries have on the insurance costs of Council infrastructure (i.e. does it increase the insurance for Turramurra because of an increased fire risk)? Additionally, what are the arrangements at the end of the lease term, who is responsible for clean-up of the site and removal of the batteries and other infrastructure? Finally, are there guaranteed "up times" for the sites and appropriate penalties in place for non-compliance (if we are going to give this organisation a benefit, they must make sure the community benefit is in place). link

    I'm supportive of these developments, but I'd like to follow up on the earlier insurance question and ask additional questions. What impacts will the batteries have on the insurance costs of Council infrastructure (i.e. does it increase the insurance for Turramurra because of an increased fire risk)? Additionally, what are the arrangements at the end of the lease term, who is responsible for clean-up of the site and removal of the batteries and other infrastructure? Finally, are there guaranteed "up times" for the sites and appropriate penalties in place for non-compliance (if we are going to give this organisation a benefit, they must make sure the community benefit is in place).

    Resident of Hope Valley asked 9 months ago

    Hello Resident of Hope Valley,

    Thank you for your questions and apologies for the delay.

    We understand the chargers will not cause an increase to insurance premiums. 

    Regarding the de-commissioning costs, this is the responsibility and at the cost of the supplier. 

    About the up times, the requirement is for in excess of 95% up time for the life of the equipment.

    We trust these answer your questions. For more information and to provide your feedback, please head here.

    Kind regards,

    Brooke

  • Share Why was this proposal made in the first place? Is there any evidence of a significantly increasing demand in EV chargers? What is rate of use of the existing EV chargers in the district? How much has this increased in the past five years? Why are you looking at a proposal for four new EV charging sites, when you only have three sites at the moment, only two of which are in operation? What is the expected increase in local EV charger use over the next 20 years? Why is the expected uptime only 95%. (The proposed Australian requirement is 98%. In the UK it is 99% and in the US, 97%.) Any why is this uptime only expected, not a requirement? You are making it very easy for Energy Australia to ignore. Why are the charging rates so low? (Charging rate has been a significant issue in the USA.) Tesla has earned a reputation for having the most robust EV networks and their chargers go to 250kW. Why isn't the best provider a contender in this project? on Facebook Share Why was this proposal made in the first place? Is there any evidence of a significantly increasing demand in EV chargers? What is rate of use of the existing EV chargers in the district? How much has this increased in the past five years? Why are you looking at a proposal for four new EV charging sites, when you only have three sites at the moment, only two of which are in operation? What is the expected increase in local EV charger use over the next 20 years? Why is the expected uptime only 95%. (The proposed Australian requirement is 98%. In the UK it is 99% and in the US, 97%.) Any why is this uptime only expected, not a requirement? You are making it very easy for Energy Australia to ignore. Why are the charging rates so low? (Charging rate has been a significant issue in the USA.) Tesla has earned a reputation for having the most robust EV networks and their chargers go to 250kW. Why isn't the best provider a contender in this project? on Twitter Share Why was this proposal made in the first place? Is there any evidence of a significantly increasing demand in EV chargers? What is rate of use of the existing EV chargers in the district? How much has this increased in the past five years? Why are you looking at a proposal for four new EV charging sites, when you only have three sites at the moment, only two of which are in operation? What is the expected increase in local EV charger use over the next 20 years? Why is the expected uptime only 95%. (The proposed Australian requirement is 98%. In the UK it is 99% and in the US, 97%.) Any why is this uptime only expected, not a requirement? You are making it very easy for Energy Australia to ignore. Why are the charging rates so low? (Charging rate has been a significant issue in the USA.) Tesla has earned a reputation for having the most robust EV networks and their chargers go to 250kW. Why isn't the best provider a contender in this project? on Linkedin Email Why was this proposal made in the first place? Is there any evidence of a significantly increasing demand in EV chargers? What is rate of use of the existing EV chargers in the district? How much has this increased in the past five years? Why are you looking at a proposal for four new EV charging sites, when you only have three sites at the moment, only two of which are in operation? What is the expected increase in local EV charger use over the next 20 years? Why is the expected uptime only 95%. (The proposed Australian requirement is 98%. In the UK it is 99% and in the US, 97%.) Any why is this uptime only expected, not a requirement? You are making it very easy for Energy Australia to ignore. Why are the charging rates so low? (Charging rate has been a significant issue in the USA.) Tesla has earned a reputation for having the most robust EV networks and their chargers go to 250kW. Why isn't the best provider a contender in this project? link

    Why was this proposal made in the first place? Is there any evidence of a significantly increasing demand in EV chargers? What is rate of use of the existing EV chargers in the district? How much has this increased in the past five years? Why are you looking at a proposal for four new EV charging sites, when you only have three sites at the moment, only two of which are in operation? What is the expected increase in local EV charger use over the next 20 years? Why is the expected uptime only 95%. (The proposed Australian requirement is 98%. In the UK it is 99% and in the US, 97%.) Any why is this uptime only expected, not a requirement? You are making it very easy for Energy Australia to ignore. Why are the charging rates so low? (Charging rate has been a significant issue in the USA.) Tesla has earned a reputation for having the most robust EV networks and their chargers go to 250kW. Why isn't the best provider a contender in this project?

    M&S asked 9 months ago

    Hello M&S,

    Thank you for your enquiry. Please see below responses:

    Why was this proposal made in the first place? The elected members requested a report and assessment of options to install stations within the City. It was noted that only 3 stations exist.

    Is there any evidence of a significantly increasing demand in EV chargers? The trend of EV sales is increasing year on year in South Australia. As at November 2023 almost 20% of new car sales are either hybrid or full EV, which was in increase from 13% at the start of 2023.  Interestingly, post code 5091 (Tea Tree Gully, Vista, Banksia Park) had a 200% increase in EV ownership in the 12months to August 2023.

    What is rate of use of the existing EV chargers in the district? How much has this increased in the past five years? This information is not shared to by the charging operators.

    Why are you looking at a proposal for four new EV charging sites, when you only have three sites at the moment, only two of which are in operation? Neither of the existing sites are managed by City of Tea Tree Gully. The four proposed sites are the result of stakeholder input, this Community Engagement process will further inform the site selection.

    What is the expected increase in local EV charger use over the next 20 years? As above, the uptake of EVs is increasing year on year. The national growth has been exponential, doubling each year since 2021. CSIRO’s modelling indicates that in 2030 20%-80% of cars will be EV.

    Why is the expected uptime only 95%. (The proposed Australian requirement is 98%. In the UK it is 99% and in the US, 97%.) Any why is this uptime only expected, not a requirement? You are making it very easy for Energy Australia to ignore. These were the minimum uptime standards required in the EOI process. Energy Australia has indicated a higher percentage uptime.

    Why are the charging rates so low? (Charging rate has been a significant issue in the USA.) Tesla has earned a reputation for having the most robust EV networks and their chargers go to 250kW. Why isn't the best provider a contender in this project? The intention is to provide Fast Charging, as this is deemed suitable for the locations. It is also determined by the existing electricity infrastructure and investment required. Of note, this is at zero financial cost to residents.

    Kind regards,

    Brooke

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    Why are we using a Chinese Energy company. Energy Australia is Chinese owned. We have Australian Energy suppliers.

    Ertg736!? asked 9 months ago

    Hello Ertg736!?,

    Thank you for your query.

    Energy Australia were selected through an open procurement process. As a result of this the company were chosen according to the merit of their proposal.

    if you have any more queries about the proposal and for more information, please head here.

    Kind regards,

    Brooke

  • Share Will the operator of these charging stations be paying a typical amount for the area used, or a nominal / "peppercorn" rent? If the latter, why is CTTG effectively subsidizing these commercial business(s)? Who will be paying for any upgrades (if any) to the local grid to support the additional electrical load these EV chargers will add? on Facebook Share Will the operator of these charging stations be paying a typical amount for the area used, or a nominal / "peppercorn" rent? If the latter, why is CTTG effectively subsidizing these commercial business(s)? Who will be paying for any upgrades (if any) to the local grid to support the additional electrical load these EV chargers will add? on Twitter Share Will the operator of these charging stations be paying a typical amount for the area used, or a nominal / "peppercorn" rent? If the latter, why is CTTG effectively subsidizing these commercial business(s)? Who will be paying for any upgrades (if any) to the local grid to support the additional electrical load these EV chargers will add? on Linkedin Email Will the operator of these charging stations be paying a typical amount for the area used, or a nominal / "peppercorn" rent? If the latter, why is CTTG effectively subsidizing these commercial business(s)? Who will be paying for any upgrades (if any) to the local grid to support the additional electrical load these EV chargers will add? link

    Will the operator of these charging stations be paying a typical amount for the area used, or a nominal / "peppercorn" rent? If the latter, why is CTTG effectively subsidizing these commercial business(s)? Who will be paying for any upgrades (if any) to the local grid to support the additional electrical load these EV chargers will add?

    MichaelN asked 9 months ago

    Hello MichaelN,

    Thank you for your question.

    As part of the agreement (in negotiation) there is an option for rental rate per carpark or an alternative value-add. We will determine the best commercial option for our Council during these negotiations.

    Any upgrades and maintenance costs will be borne by Energy Australia, who are the owner/operator.

    We hope this answers your question. For further information, and to provide your feedback, head here.

    Kind regards,

    Brooke

  • Share Two questions please. Who pays for the electricity from the charging stations? The above words say that there would be no cost to Council but doesn't specifically refer to the electric vehicle owner paying for the electricity charge derived from a Council electric vehicle charging station. I also wonder about insurance - does the installation of the charging stations cost Council more to cover from an insurance perspective? Assume this would be under 'building and contents'? on Facebook Share Two questions please. Who pays for the electricity from the charging stations? The above words say that there would be no cost to Council but doesn't specifically refer to the electric vehicle owner paying for the electricity charge derived from a Council electric vehicle charging station. I also wonder about insurance - does the installation of the charging stations cost Council more to cover from an insurance perspective? Assume this would be under 'building and contents'? on Twitter Share Two questions please. Who pays for the electricity from the charging stations? The above words say that there would be no cost to Council but doesn't specifically refer to the electric vehicle owner paying for the electricity charge derived from a Council electric vehicle charging station. I also wonder about insurance - does the installation of the charging stations cost Council more to cover from an insurance perspective? Assume this would be under 'building and contents'? on Linkedin Email Two questions please. Who pays for the electricity from the charging stations? The above words say that there would be no cost to Council but doesn't specifically refer to the electric vehicle owner paying for the electricity charge derived from a Council electric vehicle charging station. I also wonder about insurance - does the installation of the charging stations cost Council more to cover from an insurance perspective? Assume this would be under 'building and contents'? link

    Two questions please. Who pays for the electricity from the charging stations? The above words say that there would be no cost to Council but doesn't specifically refer to the electric vehicle owner paying for the electricity charge derived from a Council electric vehicle charging station. I also wonder about insurance - does the installation of the charging stations cost Council more to cover from an insurance perspective? Assume this would be under 'building and contents'?

    KylieMichelle asked 9 months ago

    Hello KylieMichelle,

    Thank you for your questions.

    The vehicle owner will be paying for the electricity used in charging. This is as per other public-space charging stations.

    This asset will remain the property of Energy Australia, as the owner/operator. As such, associated insurance will be at their cost.

    We trust this answers your questions, but please head here for further information and to provide your feedback.

    Kind regards,

    Brooke