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atest press release from Cllr Lourda Scott, issued on Tuesday, January 31st 2023…

Greystones District sports clubs can now apply for free EV Charging Points

Local sports clubs in Greystones Municipal District could get a major upgrade with the installation of electric vehicle charging points, thanks to a new government scheme. The Shared Island Fund will provide €15 million for the roll-out of publicly accessible, fast-charging stations for sports clubs and communities across the island of Ireland.

Green Party Councillor for Greystones MD, Cllr Lourda Scott praised the benefit of the scheme.

“This excellent initiative will plug Greystones MD into the future of electric vehicles and help us progress away from our reliance on fossil fuels. Local clubs are already at the heart of the community, so it will be enormously helpful for people to be able to charge their vehicles while they are out training with or supporting their club.

“This scheme will make electric vehicles an option for many people who wouldn’t have considered them viable in the past, and I’m delighted to see this opportunity being offered. This is a good example of how communities can be involved in practical ways in working towards a sustainable future.”

The scheme will allow sports clubs, both North and South, to apply to install a fast electric vehicle charge point at their grounds which can be used by members and the wider community. The initiative is in partnership with Sports Ireland and Sports Governing Bodies across the island, and administered by Pobal.

For further information on how to apply, visit the Pobal website right here.