Further investment is needed into public charging infrastructure to encourage more Islanders to convert to electric vehicles, according to a new report.

Published this month, the document was based on the views of 252 survey respondents who received support to purchase an electric vehicle through the government’s Electric Vehicle Purchase Incentive scheme.

The survey aimed to evaluate user experiences, charging habits, and the overall impact of the scheme on vehicle choice and usage.

Concerns were raised in the report about “gaps” in charging infrastructure, and “issues around cost, availability, and power capacity” of public chargers.

“These findings suggest a need for continued investment in public charging infrastructure to support broader EV adoption,” it said.

“As electric vehicle ownership grows, ensuring adequate servicing options and expanding public charging networks will be key to sustaining momentum and supporting Jersey’s emission-reduction targets.”

As electric vehicle ownership grows, ensuring adequate servicing options and expanding public charging networks will be key to sustaining momentum and supporting Jersey’s emission-reduction targets


Electric Vehicle Purchase Incentive Recipient Survey Results report

Other comments pointed to complexity and inconvenience being barriers to using public chargers, with some respondents citing the rising cost of public charging as a deterrent.

Among those who use public chargers, 18% found them “easy” to access and use, while 12% considered them “very easy”.

There has been a decline in public charger usage since last year, with home charging remaining the most preferred option.

Respondents also called for more high-capacity chargers, with several noting challenges in finding available or functioning units.

Of the 50 individual respondents who provided additional comments, 11 highlighted the need for more fast-charging stations.

“This echoes feedback from the 2024 survey, where respondents also noted a lack of charging points across the Island,” the report said.

In 2023, Jersey Electricity ploughed £600,000 into future-proofing the electric-vehicle network, with an upgrade to its system.

The Evolve network came in response to a rising number of electric vehicles in the Island and a forecasted greater demand for public charging.