POD POINT ’ S
WHIRLWIND JOURNEY IN THE EV CHARGING SECTOR
James McKemey , Head of Policy & Public Affairs at Pod Point , shares details of the company ’ s journey and the challenges ahead for EV charging
The EV charging landscape is one of growth and with new organisations coming into the fold over the years , more recent emphasis on the infrastructure that powers electric cars has driven that growth further .
Organisations navigated some of the biggest industry challenges over the past few years , including the global pandemic and market pressures , yet electrification still progresses and more and more are coming around to the idea of an entirely electricity-powered transport network somewhere in the future .
First came the EV , then came the infrastructure to support it – the former evolving rapidly and leaving charging businesses to catch up in order for electrification to seem likely .
Catching up with one of Sustainability LIVE London ’ s great speakers , we ’ re keen to find out what makes a successful EV charging business . Who better to speak to than the Head of Policy & Public Affairs of one of the UK ’ s ultimate charging providers Pod Point . James McKemey answered some questions about the company , its journey since its founding in 2009 , and insights that will help further charging operators and product developers to deliver what the world ’ s transport needs .
This conversation follows McKemey ’ s keynote session at Sustainability LIVE London , ‘ Charging Up : The Road to 2030 ’.
EXPLAIN , IN A NUTSHELL , POD POINT ' S GROWTH OVER THE PAST YEAR ?
The past year or so has posed challenges including post-pandemic vehicle supply issues , inflationary pressures and cost of living crisis – particularly the dramatic spike in the cost of electricity . However , we are pleased with progress made so far this year which included several high-profile contract
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