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The Government has partnered with HK Electric to launch two charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) at the government car parks at Star Ferry and Tin Hau on Hong Kong Island today (June 16).
"The launch of these EV charging stations represents the concerted effort of the Government and HK Electric to expand the EV charging network," said a government spokesman. "We will further explore with power companies whether more charging stations can be set up and launched in government car parks for public use."
The charging stations at Star Ferry and Tin Hau car parks are located at convenient locations. They offer standard charging service for EVs and payment will be made through Octopus. During the trial period, EV users can enjoy free charging services provided by HK Electric at the charging stations. The company has already established seven EV charging facilities on Hong Kong Island.
At present, the Government and the two power companies have installed EV charging facilities at 39 locations across the territory. Another 23 locations will be added to the list by mid-2010. The number of charging facilities installed thus far is only the beginning of a continual growth trend as the number of EVs and the demand for charging services will increase over time. The Government will continue to encourage the power companies, property developers, property management companies and car park operators to set up charging facilities at their car parks to meet the growing demand for EV charging service.
Ends/Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Issued at HKT 14:01
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