Wednesday 2 December 2020
DriveElectric to supply EVs for smart energy project in Scotland’s Orkney
The electric vehicle (EV) leasing company DriveElectric has announced it will supply EVs for a smart energy project in Scotland's Orkney.
Launched by Responsive Flexibility (ReFLEX) Orkney, the project aims to demonstrate flexibility in the energy system by using technologies such as batteries, EVs, smart chargers and smart meters.
The £28.5 million project is part-funded by the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and is intended to help Orkney decarbonise by using renewable energy, storing more electricity and providing more affordable energy services.
Mike Potter, Managing Director, DriveElectric, said: “We are delighted to be working with ReFLEX Orkney to supply electric cars for the island. This project is another example of our unique expertise in bringing together vehicles and energy to reduce emissions and create more sustainable communities.”
Gareth Davies, Managing Director of ReFLEX Orkney Ltd, commented: “This is very timely with the UK government recently announcing an end of the sale of new petrol and diesel and cars by 2030 as part of an ambitious plan for a green industrial revolution, and yet again Orkney is ahead of the curve, ready to demonstrate to the nation how it can be done.”
