Witnessing the growing number of electric vehicles (EVs), TotalEnergies Ethiopia is integrating electric charging points at its gas stations. The oil company inaugurated its first EV charging station today, located on Bole Airport Road, Bole Matemiya. The fast-charging station, which can serve three cars at a time, is suitable for all types of EVs.
“We are developing the right kinds of EV charging solutions while the legal and market platforms are being crafted. Depending on the development of the market, we have various options to deploy,” reads TotalEnergies marketing material prepared for the launch.
Currently, there are over 100,000 EVs in Ethiopia, while the number of charging stations remains considerably low.
To accelerate the development of EV charging networks, the Petroleum & Energy Authority is drafting a new directive. This initiative aims to leverage existing gas station infrastructure. The draft policy outlines specifications, permitting processes, and pricing models for establishing EV charging stations at these locations. The Addis Ababa Transport Bureau is also encouraging private investors to join the effort in building charging stations.
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