2021 2026 Northern Territory Electric Vehicle Strategy and Implementation Plan - DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE, PLANNING AND LOGISTICS
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Northern Territory Electric Vehicle Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021 - 2026 DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE, PLANNING AND LOGISTICS
Contents
Executive Summary 01
Strategy Scope 02
What are the benefits of electric vehicles? 03
Developing an Electric Vehicle Strategy for the
Northern Territory 04
What is the potential for electric vehicle
uptake in the Northern Territory? 06
Priority Areas 08
Electric Vehicle Implementation Plan 12
References 18
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Executive Summary
Globally, transport systems are With the introduction of present unique challenges for
rapidly transforming and electric lower cost EVs into Australia the introduction of EVs.
vehicles (EVs) are a major part of this there will be increased use of
Supporting the uptake of EVs will
transformation. Although the uptake EVs and greater demand for
generate jobs and economic benefits
of EVs has been slower in Australia supporting infrastructure.
for the Northern Territory. EVs will
than in many other countries, it is
EVs provide a number of benefits bring new skills and new business
expected that the number of EVs
compared to conventional vehicles opportunities and open up potential
in Australia will accelerate rapidly
including lower greenhouse gas for EV research and innovation.
in the next five to ten years.
emissions and reduced operational Increasing the number of EVs will
There was a 200 per cent jump in costs. The Northern Territory support local power generation,
Australian EV sales in 2019. A total Government has explored options the local solar industry and there
of 6 718 EVs were sold in Australia to support the uptake of EVs will be increased demand for the
in 2019, up from 2 216 in 2018. in the Northern Territory. installation of EV charging facilities.
In the same period, combustion Government support is needed to
Most Australian States and
engine vehicle sales dropped ensure that the Northern Territory
Territories are implementing
by 7.8 per cent. In the Northern is not left behind as Australia
policies and programs to encourage
Territory, there were 12 electric transitions to electric mobility.
the uptake of EVs. In addition, at
cars in March 2019 and 38 in
the national level, jurisdictions This Electric Vehicle Strategy
December 2020. However, EVs still
are collaborating through a and Implementation Plan has
only represent 0.6 per cent of all
Low and Zero Emission Vehicles been developed to support the
vehicle sales in Australia compared
working group to manage the increased uptake of EVs in the
to 3.8 per cent of sales in Europe
introduction of EVs and other Northern Territory. Following
and 4.7 per cent of sales in China1.
vehicles in Australia. However, the industry and community feedback
Several new, lower cost EV models Northern Territory’s characteristics on the 2019 NT EV Discussion
are arriving, or are scheduled including long distances, a small Paper, four priority areas for
for release in Australia. and widely dispersed population action have been identified:
and extreme climatic conditions
• Vehicle costs and availability,
• Vehicle charging,
• Knowledge, skills and
innovation, and
• Consumer information.
Actions for the Northern Territory
Government to implement
have been identified for each
of these priority areas in the
EV Implementation Plan. The
EV Implementation Plan will be
reviewed annually to monitor
progress and actions will be
updated where required to
respond to changing policy and
technology developments.
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 1
Strategy Scope
This Strategy focusses on battery is required regarding the role and short term, hydrogen fuel cell
EVs (BEVs) which are powered potential of e-scooters and other vehicles are likely to be restricted
by an electric motor and plug-in PMDs and potential legislative to more densely populated areas
hybrid EVs (PHEVs) which also reform in the Northern Territory. in large cities or commercial heavy
include a conventional engine. vehicle and bus fleets, which
Unlike PHEVs, Hybrid EVs cannot
BEVs and PHEVs are likely to return regularly to refuelling hubs.
be plugged in to recharge.
represent the most significant Additionally, the potential for fuel
Consequently Hybrid EVs are
change in Australia’s vehicle fleet cell vehicles is being considered
excluded from the Strategy scope as
in the short to medium term. at the national level through
they do not represent a significant
the National Hydrogen Strategy
Community feedback on the 2019 shift from conventional vehicles
and locally through a Northern
NT EV Discussion Paper highlighted and don’t have the potential to
Territory Hydrogen Strategy.
that a broad range of EVs should be operate as zero emission vehicles.
included in this Strategy including Hybrid EVs are also lower cost and
e-motorbikes, e-bikes, e-scooters a greater number of hybrids are
and other electric personal mobility available in the second hand market
devices (PMDs) as these produce and so are already more accessible.
even less emissions than electric
While hydrogen fuel cell EVs
cars. Although the City of Darwin
operate as zero emission vehicles,
is currently trialling the use of
refuelling infrastructure and
shared e-bikes and e-scooters in
hydrogen supply are very limited
Darwin, an exemption applies to the
at present in Australia, particularly
e-scooter trial and privately owned
in the Northern Territory and
e-scooters (with a power output
fuel cell vehicle technology is at
greater than 200W) cannot legally
an earlier stage of development
be used in the Northern Territory
than plug-in EVs. In at least the
at present. Further investigation
EV Charging station at
Darwin Waterfront
2 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
What are the benefits of EVs?
Lower Operational Costs
Running costs of EVs are around 60 per cent to 90 per cent
cheaper than fuel costs for a conventional vehicle and with fewer
moving parts, maintenance and servicing costs are lower2.
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Transport is responsible for 19 per cent of Australia’s
total greenhouse gas emissions and eight per cent
of the Northern Territory’s emissions3.
Supporting the Northern Territory’s 50% by 2030
renewable energy target and managing electricity demand
Managing electricity demand by charging vehicles at peak
solar energy production during the day and lower energy
demand periods during the middle of the day and at night.
Improved fuel security
Reduced reliance on imported liquid fuels.
Improving urban amenity
The main benefit [of EVs] to the NT is
Reduced road traffic noise the fuel is local, made locally and locally
and improved air quality. owned instead of foreign imported oil.
Feedback to the 2019 NT EV Discussion Paper.
Potential economic benefits
New jobs in mining and manufacture related to EV
supply chains and in the renewable energy sector.
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 3
Developing an EV Stategy for
the Northern Territory
At the national level, the Australian In 2019 the Northern Territory setting a target for the Northern
Government is developing a Future Government released an EV Territory Government vehicle fleet
Fuels Strategy and most States and Discussion Paper to assist in (82 per cent of respondents).
Territories are implementing a range developing this EV Strategy and
Feedback received through
of policies to support the uptake Implementation Plan. A wide
consultation has been incorporated
of EVs. The Northern Territory range of comments were received
in the development of this Strategy
Government is collaborating with from industry, businesses and the
and Implementation Plan.
other jurisdictions through a Low community. A total of 195 surveys
and Zero Emission Vehicles (LZEVs) were completed and over 200
working group to address the comments and submissions were
barriers and challenges affecting received. Submissions highlighted
the uptake of LZEVs in Australia. key barriers to EV uptake
including cost of vehicles, range
This Strategy aligns with other
anxiety, charging infrastructure
relevant Northern Territory
and battery life. Key benefits
Government policies and programs,
identified were environmental
both existing and in development,
benefits, lower transport costs
including the Roadmap to
and vehicle performance.
Renewables and the Northern
Territory’s renewable energy target There was significant support for
of 50% renewable by 2030, the the Northern Territory Government
Climate Change Response and encouraging the use of EVs (79
the Digital Territory Strategy. per cent of respondents) and
At the moment, the purchase
price of an EV is the biggest
barrier to me purchasing one.
Feedback to the 2019 NT EV Discussion Paper.
4 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Would you consider buying an
EV in the next 5 years? 22%
Yes
No
78%
Response to 2019 NT EV Discussion Paper Survey
Feedback received through the 2019
NT EV Discussion Paper Survey
Position Agree Disagree Neutral
The Northern Territory Government should 79% 11% 10%
encourage EV use in the NT
Now is the right time to 77% 12% 11%
encourage EV use
The Northern Territory Government should invest 78% 14% 8%
in public charging infrastructure
The Northern Territory Government should provide 69% 19% 12%
grants for home and workplace EV charging
The Northern Territory Government should encourage EV use 76% 17% 7%
by subsidising reduced stamp duty and registration costs
Private industry should invest in public charging 80% 6% 14%
infrastructure
The Northern Territory Government should set 82% 13% 5%
an EV target for its own vehicle fleet
The Northern Territory Government should encourage EV 71% 12% 17%
tourism through public infrastructure and other initiatives
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 5
What is the potential for EV uptake
in the Northern Territory?
The Northern Territory covers a 2025. While several Territorians currently available in Australia
large land area and has a small, responding to consultation indicated (around 300 km) is more than
widely dispersed population, that the limited range and towing sufficient for average daily trips.
with many remote and very capacity of EVs would not suit
By investing in EV charging
remote communities. In addition, their transport needs and lifestyle,
infrastructure and supporting EV
the Northern Territory’s major many people commented that
uptake now, the Northern Territory
urban centres are geographically the urban areas of the Northern
Government can ensure that the
isolated from the rest of Australia Territory were ideal for EV use.
Northern Territory is prepared for
and experience extreme climatic
In 2019 there were 146 000 the transition to EVs and is well
conditions. These unique
light vehicles registered in the placed to harness the potential
characteristics will present
Northern Territory and of these, benefits which EVs can provide.
challenges for the increasing use of
approximately a quarter are smaller,
EVs across the Northern Territory. When charged with grid power in
light vehicles (with an engine size
Darwin a Nissan Leaf EV produces
As is occurring elsewhere in less than 2000 cc).
around 40 per cent less gCO2/
Australia, the number of EVs in the These 36 000 smaller light vehicles
km than a conventional Toyota
Northern Territory is expected to could potentially be replaced
Corolla⁴. If charged with renewable
increase, potentially quite rapidly, by lower priced EVs which are
energy, EV driving is emission free.
particularly as price parity with currently available in Australia. With
conventional vehicles is expected Territorians driving on average
to occur in Australia around 36 km per day, the range of BEVs
Due to distances involved, (EV) technology isn’t
there yet for many living and working remote, but
no reason why 70 per cent of metro users can’t
have at least one (electric) vehicle per family.
Feedback to the 2019 NT EV Discussion Paper.
EV Charging point EV Charging station
at Katherine at Darwin Airport
6 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLANTop: EV Charging point at Dunmarra; above: EV Charging point at Emerald Springs
Bottom left: EV Charging point at Alice Springs; middle left: EV Charging station at State
Square Car Park Darwin; bottom right: Charles Darwin University EV Charging Station
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 7Priority Areas
Four key priority areas for The Northern Territory Government for the increased uptake of EVs.
Northern Territory Government fleet currently includes four
Feedback during consultation
action to support EV uptake have leased PHEVs. By including EVs
highlighted that the high cost of
been identified. The Northern in the vehicle fleet and setting a
EVs is likely to be prohibitive for
Territory Government will fleet target for EVs, the Northern
many in the Northern Territory
work with local government, Territory Government can show
and the equity of government
industry and the community in leadership and assist in providing
support for EVs was questioned.
the delivery of these actions. certainty for investment in charging
Early EV uptake has been restricted
infrastructure and services. With
to Territorians who have been in
Vehicle costs and low numbers of EVs in the Northern
a position to buy a new vehicle.
Territory, there is a very limited
availability second hand market. Increasing
However, the introduction of
EVs into the Northern Territory
The high upfront cost of EVs is the number of EVs in the Northern
through new vehicle sales and
driven by the battery cost (up Territory Government Fleet will
imported vehicles through the
to one-third of the total cost also increase the number of second
Commonwealth scheme, will in turn,
of manufacturing an EV) and hand EVs in the Northern Territory.
increase the availability of EVs in the
smaller manufacturing volumes2, Implementation of the local second hand market, increasing
however, prices are decreasing. A Commonwealth Road Vehicles EV affordability for others.
total of 28 models of EVs are now Standard Act 2018 in mid-2021 and
available in Australia and some are Supporting early adopters of
existing transitional arrangements
priced under $50 0001. Research EVs is similar to the government
allow for the importation of certain
in Australia has found that people support provided to early adopters
vehicles meeting environmental
would be willing to pay more of solar panels in Australia. Even
criteria. This allows for the
for an EV than a petrol or diesel with government support, early
importation of new or used EVs not
vehicle, however only if there is adopters paid a much higher price
otherwise available in Australia and
more support and incentives5. for solar panels and prices have
provides an alternative pathway
subsequently dropped significantly.
EV Charging station at
Darwin Waterfront
8 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLANAs a result of this initial support To address vehicle costs and There is a need to plan ahead for
from governments and investment availability key actions include: charging infrastructure in residential
in solar panels by early adopters, and commercial buildings and public
• Reducing vehicle registration
the broader community is now facilities. Government has a role
stamp duty costs to
benefiting from significantly lower in developing relevant charging
encourage EV uptake,
cost solar panels and lower power standards and guidance at both
costs. A similar pattern of uptake • Setting targets to increase the national and local level and
is anticipated for EVs, with the EVs in the Northern Territory also increasing the availability
broader community benefitting Government fleet of EV charging locations.
over time from government support
and the actions of early adopters. Vehicle charging
Although EVs provide fuel savings
Consumer concern regarding the
for consumers, there will be revenue
range of EV batteries, often referred
implications for governments.
to as ‘range anxiety’ and the
Increased EV uptake will reduce
availability of charging infrastructure
Commonwealth fuel excise and
is a significant barrier to EV adoption
options for how EVs will be charged
in Australia and convenient charging
fairly for their use of the road
infrastructure will be essential to
network will need to be developed.
encouraging EV uptake5. Charging
This issue is being progressed at
options are needed including
the national level and the Northern
home charging, public charging
Territory Government will be
and fast charging and there is a
considering options for EV road user
role for government in supporting
charging in the Northern Territory.
the development of charging
networks, particularly where there
may be a marginal commercial
case for private investment
in charging infrastructure.
Left: EV Charging point at Devils Marbles; right:
EV Charging point, Alice Springs
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 9Priority Areas (continued)
Increased demand for electricity as V2G technology increases, EVs in the service and repair of EVs and
a result of vehicle charging will need could potentially provide an option charging infrastructure is likely to be
to be carefully managed. Power and for integration with renewable required and the Northern Territory
Water Corporation is developing energy supply and management Government will liaise with industry
network strategies in response to in remote communities. and other jurisdictions regarding
developments in grid-connected skill development. There is potential
If managed appropiately, a
technology, power use, dynamic for innovation and development of
significant number of EVs could
charging and other emerging specialised skills in relation to EVs
assist with managing the reduction
technologies to accommodate and renewable recharging. With
of demand during the middle of
future energy demand. EV and the Northern Territory’s climatic
the day and act on a ‘solar sponge’.
grid interaction is likely to be extremes there is potential to
As EVs are effectively a ‘battery
dynamic, so policies will need to position the Northern Territory
on wheels’ they have significant
be flexible to allow for changing as a specialised test environment
potential to provide grid stability
circumstances. Contingencies for EVs and related technology.
services throughout V2G technology.
will be required for significant
Although knowledge and
power outages due to cyclones To address vehicle charging
experience of EVs and associated
and other unexpected events. key actions include:
infrastructure is expanding, there
Abundant day-time solar power in • Collaboration with other is a need for further investigation
the Northern Territory presents jurisdictions on charging of new technologies and systems.
an enormous opportunity to standards and principles, Participating in technology trials
reduce transport emissions. To • Developing guidelines for EV and research projects will support
maximise the use of renewable charging infrastructure, and the successful introduction of EVs
energy for EV charging during in the Northern Territory. A key
high solar generation times, • Increasing EV charging stations. area for investigation and potential
daytime EV charging will need to innovation is battery disposal, reuse
be encouraged. EV charging at Knowledge, skills and recycling. In order to reduce EV
peak times should be discouraged and innovation life-cycle environmental impacts,
to reduce the impact on the grid battery recycling can be considered
and the impacts of EV charging EV maintenance and installation as an alternative to battery disposal.
from non-renewable energy. of charging infrastructure will Once an EV battery is no longer
require specialised servicing and functional for EV use, the battery
There is potential to use EVs to
maintenance skills. Although some still retains 75 per cent of its original
manage energy demand and supply
servicing requirements may be capacity to store energy6. Batteries
through vehicle to grid (V2G)
undertaken remotely, there are can be reused for energy storage
technology and dynamic charging
opportunities for local providers to or recycled and there is a need
infrastructure (where this capability
service and maintain EVs and install to investigate battery recycling
is not managed by the vehicle) and
and maintain EV recharging facilities. options. EV batteries are included
Power and Water is keen to explore
in the scope of the national product
options for the Northern Territory. Feedback on the 2019 NT EV
stewardship scheme for batteries
Currently the Nissan Leaf is the only Discussion Paper highlighted that
due to commerce in mid 2021.
EV available in Australia with V2G EV servicing and repair is likely to
capacity, however capacity for V2G require a more complex range of Feedback from consultation
is likely to increase with the arrival skill sets than traditional mechanical highlighted the ongoing potential
of a wider range of EV models in skills, including an increased level for the Northern Territory to
Australia. As the availability of of IT and technology skills. Training leverage the international expertise
10 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLANI have a Hyundai Ioniq EV. I find never having to stop at
a petrol station convenient. Charging at home is easy. I
never need to charge elsewhere. I am able to run out to
Howard Springs or Darwin River and back easily without
range anxiety. I only need to charge twice a week.
Feedback to the 2019 NT EV Discussion Paper.
associated with the biennial World Consumer information and hydrogen fuelled vehicles)
Solar Car Challenge. Solar cars are and the Northern Territory
effectively EVs, however, their Limited availability of convenient intends to implement national
batteries are powered primarily and accessible information model legislation. EV labelling will
by solar power rather than mains regarding EVs and EV charging increase awareness of EVs and also
electricity. The World Solar Car infrastructure is frequently raised assist emergency responders in
Challenge traverses Australia from by consumers5. Responses to the identifying EVs and implementing
Darwin to Adelaide and attracts 2019 NT EV Discussion Paper survey appropriate safety procedures.
global expertise in solar and highlighted the need for information
Feedback from consultation
EV technology to the Northern on the benefits of EVs and the
highlighted the potential to
Territory. In recent years, the practicality of using EVs in the
support and attract EV tourism in
Challenge has evolved from purely Northern Territory. The Northern
the Northern Territory. Promoting
experimental vehicles to include Territory Government will work with
EV routes such as Darwin, Jabiru
a cruising class which encourages other jurisdictions and industry to
and Katherine, and Alice Springs
solar cars designed for practicality provide easily available, consistent
and Uluru were highlighted as
and aims to change consumer and reliable information on EVs and
potential options. Supporting
perceptions regarding vehicles associated technologies. There is
activities may include installation
and fuels. There is potential for also potential to develop guidance
of charging infrastructure and
the Northern Territory to further and support for organisations
engaging with key stakeholders
engage with this major international and businesses considering the
to increase availability of EVs.
event and foster local skills and provision of EV charging services.
expertise in EV technology. Key actions to increase
Range anxiety was frequently raised
consumer information include:
Key actions to develop as an issue during consultation,
knowledge and skills and however, many daily trips in the • Providing practical
foster innovation include: Northern Territory’s urban centres information to consumers,
are well within the range of EVs.
• Planning for power supply, • Promoting information on
The compact size of Darwin and
EV charging facilities, and
• Supporting local innovation Alice Springs make them particularly
in EV technology and suitable for EV use. Providing • Promoting EV tourism
battery recycling information to consumers regarding opportunities.
range and recharging times will
• Skills development for EV
assist in reducing range anxiety.
and charging infrastructure
servicing and repair, and There is national agreement on
a requirement for number plate
• Continuing to support the
labelling of EVs (and also hybrid
World Solar Car Challenge.
EV Charging point
at Timber Creek
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 11EV Implementation Plan
EV uptake in Australia has lagged • Relevance to the
behind the rest of the world, Northern Territory,
however EVs are coming. The rate
• Actions within Northern
of EV uptake is expected to soar as
Territory Government control,
the price difference between EVs
and conventional vehicles narrows. • Time limited (as the Strategy
covers a five year period),
As a small jurisdiction, with a low
and widely dispersed population, the • Impact,
Northern Territory is unlikely to have • Equity, and
a lead role in supporting EV uptake
in Australia. Any policies or programs • Level of community and
implemented by the Northern industry support.
Territory Government to encourage The EV Implementation Plan
the uptake of EVs are likely to have will be reviewed annually to
limited impact nationally. However, monitor progress and vehicle
now is the time to position the uptake and actions will be
Northern Territory in relation to the updated, where required, to
introduction of EVs. The Northern respond to changing policy and
Territory needs to be prepared for technology developments.
the transition to EVs and harness
the benefits which EVs can provide.
For each of the priority areas EV’s are the way of the future, by not supporting the
outlined in this strategy, actions industry and adapting with this change the NT would
have been identified and costed only be giving itself and its people a disadvantage.
for implementation over five Darwin itself also has a unique layout where the
years 2021 – 2026. Potential ‘in-town’ driving habits of people are usually within
actions were assessed against the metro area and for fairly short trips - perfect
the following criteria: for EV use. With any technological infrastructure
upgrade, it brings technical minds and bright people
to the area which can only be a good thing as well.
Feedback to the 2019 NT EV Discussion Paper.
12 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLANEV Charging station at
Alice Springs airport
EV Charging point
at Mataranka
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 13EV Implementation Plan (cont.) Priority 1: Vehicle cost and availability Action Timing 1.1 Remove the registration component of registration fees for July 2022 EVs in the NT for five years to encourage EV uptake. 1.2 Reduce stamp duty for first time registration of new and second hand EVs July 2022 in the Northern Territory by $1 500 for five years (effectively removing stamp duty for EVs up to a purchase cost of $50 000) to encourage EV uptake. 1.3 Increase the number of EVs in the Northern Territory Government Fleet 2021 to 2030 by 20 per year over 10 years, totalling 200 vehicles by 2030. 1.4 Modify the Northern Territory Government Vehicle Policy Framework 2021 to require agency pool vehicles to be EVs where fit for purpose. 1.5 Investigate adjustment of contribution rates for 2021 Northern Territory Government Fleet EVs to incentivise uptake through lower rates. 1.6 Investigate the potential for including EVs in Northern Territory 2021 to 2026 Government contract arrangements for rental vehicles. 1.7 Participate in national forums investigating road user charging for 2021 to 2026 EVs and consider future options for the Northern Territory. Note: ‘EV’ includes BEV and PHEV. Priority 2: Vehicle charging Action Timing 2.1 Work with other jurisdictions and industry to coordinate EV charging standards and ongoing principles, including the development of charging guidelines (for businesses and major developments including car parks, workplaces, shopping centres and residential apartments.) 2.2 Investigate amendments to the Northern Territory Planning Scheme 2022 to encourage provision of EV charging in new developments. 2.3 Install EV charging infrastructure in suitable government capital works projects in ongoing major urban areas and regional centres, such as car parks and park and ride facilities. 2.4 Include a requirement for EV charging facilities in Northern Territory ongoing Government standard lease agreements where appropriate. 2.5 Implement a grant program to encourage provision of recharging infrastructure. 2021 to 2026 2.6 Install charging infrastructure on site at NT Fleet. 2021 2.7 Progress negotiations with building owners of NT Government leased buildings to install priority 2022 EV charging points. 2.8 Install a minimum of 400 charging points at identified priority ongoing Northern Territory Government buildings. 14 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
EV Implementation Plan (cont.)
Priority 3: Knowledge, skills and innovation
Action Timing
3.1 Plan for power supply implications of increased EV uptake including V2G technology, renewable 2021 to 2026
charging, dynamic charging electricity pricing and incentives to maximise day time EV recharging.
3.2 Investigate the feasibility of trialling low and zero emission 2021 to 2026
buses in the Northern Territory urban fleet.
3.3 Investigate the need for developing guidelines on electrical 2022
safety issues associated with EV charging installations.
3.4 Partnering with industry, tertiary institutions and training providers, investigate 2022
the need for skills development in servicing EVs and EV charging infrastructure.
3.5 Foster innovation in solar EV technology through ongoing ongoing
support of the World Solar Car Challenge.
3.6 Implement changes to vehicle registration classes to allow for separate 2022
registration of BEVs, Hybrid, PHEVs and Hydrogen vehicles.
Priority 4: Consumer information
Action Timing
4.1 Provide information to consumers on benefits of EVs and information on the 2021 to 2026
costs of EVs, range, length of charging times, life of an EV and servicing.
4.2 Promote information on EV recharging locations. 2021 to 2026
4.3 Implement number plate labelling for EV, 2022
Hybrid and Hydrogen vehicles.
4.4 Evaluate the emission reduction potential of EVs in the Northern Territory 2022
through the Climate Change Response 3 year Action Plan
EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN I 15References 1. Electric Vehicle Council 2020, State of Electric Vehicles, Electric Vehicle Council, Sydney 2. Queensland Government 2017, The Future is Electric: Queensland’s Electric Vehicle Strategy, Queensland Government, Brisbane 3. Australian Government, 2018, State and Territory Greenhouse Gas Inventories, Australian Government, Canberra 4. Australian Government 2021, Future Fuels Strategy Discussion Paper, Australian Government, Canberra 5. Climate Works Australia 2019, The State of Electric Vehicles in Australia 2018 , Climate Works Australia, Melbourne 6. Electric Vehicle Council – NRMA 2018, Recharging the economy – accelerating electric vehicle adoption, Sydney, NSW 16 I EV STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
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