The opportunity aims to bring EV charging kerb-side for everyone, creating the UK's most connected public charging network by upgrading street cabinets to EV charging units. The cabinets are currently used to provide copper-based broadband services and are due to be decommissioned in line with full fibre implementation.

 

60,000 BT owned cabinets may be suitable for the upgrade with the ambition of addressing the charge point availability, connectivity and usability issues of EV owners. This transformation launches with UK pilots, with the potential to make an important contribution to decarbonising the transport system, supporting the UK’s net zero ambitions.