ESB is one of the key players in the development and support of electric cars (ecars) in Ireland. ESB ecars is responsible for the roll out of charge points nationwide and the implementation of supporting IT systems which will have open accessibility for all energy supply companies and all types of ecars. It will be a comprehensive network of charge points in homes, on-street and along motor-ways nationwide to support the Government's target to have 10% of all vehicles to be electric by 2020. We are engaging in research, trials and technology standards to ensure adherence to the strictest safety standards for the driver and general public. We are also working closely with Irish Government, motor industry, universities and other key stakeholders to ensure its success.

In March 2010, ESB ecars installed the first on-street charging points in Dublin and charge points are now being deployed nationwide. Our goal is by 2011:

• 2000 home charge points installed
• 1500 public charge posts available across Ireland
• 30 Fast charge points

Part of the process in buying an ecar is to register for ecar charging so that drivers have access to public charge points and have a charge point installed in their home. Signing up is easy by filling out a form online and is managed by ESB ecars. Click here to register

For more information on charging, the ecar driving experience and the benefits of electric motoring for the motorist, the environment and for business please visit our new website at: www.esb.ie/ecars

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www.esb.ie/ecars