CharIN Tuesday Triplet EUROPE 2024: Insights from the post-election series

Part 1: Status Quo of E-Mobility Roll-Out

The opening session analyzed the current state of e-mobility roll-out across Europe and how it may evolve under the new political landscape.

"Public authorities can help shorten wait times for charging site installations and work with DSOs to extend electricity grids. These practices could motivate investors to engage."

by Aleksandra Klenke, Policy Officer at the European Commission

This session laid the groundwork for understanding how public-private partnerships and innovative infrastructure solutions can accelerate progress.

Part 2: Beyond Road Transport – Joining the Transition

The second webinar shifted focus to sectors beyond road transport, exploring electrification efforts in shipping, rail, aviation, and agriculture. Industry experts like Maria Bos, CEO of Plug | Shore Power, and Christophe Brusset from Aqua superPower, shared insights on sector-specific challenges and opportunities.

Key themes included the need for tailored policies and the importance of funding mechanisms to support infrastructure development in these sectors. Discussions also highlighted the role of collaboration in scaling solutions across industries, ensuring alignment with Europe’s broader sustainability goals.

Part 3: Policy and Politics – The Way Forward

The concluding session examined whether Europe’s e-mobility policies require recalibration to remain competitive globally. With the EU elections introducing new dynamics, the discussion centered on aligning policy objectives with market realities to foster innovation and infrastructure growth.

This session underscored the urgency of a unified approach that balances regulatory frameworks with industry needs, ensuring Europe’s leadership in the global e-mobility transition.

Looking Ahead

The CharIN Tuesday EUROPE 2024 series illuminated the complexities of advancing e-mobility across sectors and borders. From addressing urban infrastructure challenges to fostering cross-sector electrification, the discussions reinforced the importance of collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, and investors.

A special thanks to Glenn Cezanne, CharIN’s Head of Public Affairs EU, for his outstanding moderation throughout the series, guiding thoughtful discussions and ensuring key insights were brought to light.

Stay tuned for the upcoming winter/spring 2025 edition which will be a deep-dive into key themes affecting the charging eco-system and that are making waves across the Union