Galway opens Ireland’s first solar EV charging hub

Galway has launched Ireland’s first public solar-powered EV charging station, combining solar panels, battery storage, and grid backup to ensure around-the-clock charging. Fully funded by Zero Emissions Vehicles Ireland and the Department of Transport, the Westside EV Charging Hub is operated by ePower, chosen for its strong EV support and competitive pricing. This project demonstrates how renewable integration can cut operational costs while meeting surging EV demand. ePower is now expanding similar solutions across Dublin, signalling a step change in the country’s sustainable transport infrastructure.

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