Four new electric vehicle (EV) charging bays are now at Casey Market Town.

Two DC fast chargers from Evie Networks power the charging bays.

They are the first DC chargers in Canberra's north, with more to come later this year.

There have been 46 public EV charging bays installed in Canberra with support from the ACT Government since late 2022.

The ACT now has government-funded DC fast chargers at three locations. These include the Royal Australian Mint, Hotel Realm and Casey Market Town.

“Evie is excited to open the new EV charging site in Casey, doubling the number of Evie chargers in the Gungahlin region,” Chris Mills, Chief Executive Officer of Evie Networks said.

“Earmarked as Evie's 200th site now live on their national charging network, Evie continues to invest in and improve network reliability, whilst also ensuring the sites are powered by 100% renewable energy.”

Combined with privately funded sites, there are 160 charging bays in the ACT, powered by 135 chargers.

The ACT Government has a goal of installing at least 180 public chargers by 2025.

The new chargers in Casey are suitable for all types of EVs. Both CCS2 and CHAdeMO plugs are available for public use. Their convenient location in Casey Market Town means drivers can charge their EV while shopping.

The ACT has had the highest uptake of EV ownership in Australia.

In 2023 alone, 17 per cent of all new vehicle registrations in the ACT were zero emissions vehicles. This number is expected to keep growing in 2024.

The ACT Government is supporting Canberrans with the transition to zero emissions vehicles through stamp duty exemptions, free registration, and interest free loans.

These incentives are part of the government’s aim to electrify the city's transport system, transitioning away from fossil fuels towards its goal of net zero emissions by 2045.

Find out more about public EV charging in the ACT on the Everyday Climate Choices website.