CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago
EU Cannot Afford to Pause Zero-Emission Heavy-Duty Charging Deployment
Key Takeaway
The continuity of EU funding for heavy-duty EV charging and hydrogen infrastructure is critical for developers and large power consumers to ensure predictable growth in zero-emission logistics and associated electricity demand.
AI Summary
- •EU industry groups (IRU, ACEA, T&E) are urging the European Commission to ensure continuous EU funding for heavy-duty EV charging and hydrogen infrastructure beyond 2026.
- •A potential funding gap in 2026-2027 risks significantly slowing the deployment of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, impacting future electricity demand growth from the transport sector.
- •This advocacy highlights the critical role of sustained policy support and public financing in de-risking and accelerating large-scale infrastructure development for vehicle electrification, which is crucial for developers and large power consumers planning future energy loads.
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Article Content
IRU, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and T&E urge the European Commission to ensure continuity of EU funding for heavy-duty vehicle charging and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, warning that a break in support in 2026–2027 would risk slowing the deployment of zero-emission vehicles. In a joint letter addressed to European Commission President ... [continued] The post EU Cannot Afford to Pause Zero-Emission Heavy-Duty Charging Deployment appeared first on CleanTechnica .