Bp pulse sees record utilisation in 2021 despite lockdown

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The amount of energy provided by bp pulse increased to more than 2,000,000 kWh in the first 40 days of 2021, a 19% increase over the same period last year.

This comes despite the UK being under heavy coronavirus restrictions from 5 January, and vehicle traffic down 49% on levels from the start of 2020, suggesting the growing popularity of EVs.

Analysis from bp pulse also shows a continued shift towards faster public charging. Charging sessions using 50kW rapid chargers increased by 36% with energy supplied rising by 49%, while use of 150kW ultra-rapid units was up by 34%, with a 41% increase in energy delivered.

Data from Zap-Map showed that bp pulse added more rapid and ultra-fast charging locations than any other network in 2020. Contactless bank card payment is now available on more than 600 rapid and ultra-fast chargers on its network.

Matteo de Renzi, CEO of bp pulse, said, “Despite the lockdown, demand for EV charging on the bp pulse public network has remained incredibly strong. When motorists are feeling a pressure to complete their journeys as quickly, efficiently and safely as possible, our data shows that they are relying on the bp pulse network.

“With more people working remotely during the lockdown, our smart home chargers are also helping to enable essential journeys.

“We expect to see significant growth in the next 12 months as we head towards our 100,000th installation, with the new EV market expected to grow by almost 70% in the UK in 2021. And as even more fleet vehicles hit the road as restrictions ease over the coming months, we will be helping businesses to electrify their workplaces and depots right across the country.”

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