Forev and SWARCO eVolt Team Up to Supercharge Clubs for Scottish Golf

31st October 2019 12:00 pm

Reliable Electrical Vehicle charging point technologies from SWARCO eVolt are at the heart of a major new charging infrastructure programme agreed between Scottish Golf and Forev, the EV charging point supplier.

A network of more than 1,000 charging points will be installed, comprising an approximate 70:30 split between dual outlet 22kW AC chargers (with and without display screens and contactless functionality), and DC 50kW triple outlet chargers.

It will also include the latest version of SWARCO eVolt’s DC/AC controller and receiver solution, a cost-effective multiple charging solution consisting of several charge points controlled by a single unit.

Forev uses 100% accredited clean energy to power its charging points and is committed to building a sustainable future in Scotland to be enjoyed for generations to come. In Scotland, 50% of the population does not currently have access to home-charging, and Forev has identified a clear need for convenient, reliable and visible public charging points for electric vehicles.

The Scottish Government has targeted the end of fossil-fuelled cars being sold in Scotland by 2032, and the Forev network will not only support the government in reaching this target, but will also directly benefit the golf clubs themselves with £250 per parking bay being donated back into each club’s junior section.

As part of the partnership with Scottish Golf, Forev, will, in most cases, absorb the costs associated with installing the charging points at the selected clubs across Scotland. The clubs will benefit from increased footfall and revenue due to incidental spend on merchandise by both members and visitors whilst their vehicles charge.

Justin Meyer, General Manager of SWARCO eVolt, is delighted to be teaming with Forev: “As Forev’s chosen technology and service provider, we will deliver the high levels of service and support that Scottish drivers have already come to expect from the eVolt brand. Our technology is proven in many thousands of installations and hubs across the country, and we are delighted to be engaged in this innovative initiative to support Scottish Golf.”

Andrew McKinlay, CEO of Scottish Golf says the  partnership with Forev will help improve the accessibility of electric charging points across Scotland: “This new partnership represents a fantastic opportunity for our golf clubs, with Forev covering installation costs of all charging points, and the potential for additional revenue through increased visitor footfall.”

Lindsay Wallace, Founder and CEO of Forev, added: “We look forward to working closely with Scottish Golf to ensure we deliver substantial revenues to these clubs who are contributing to the great game and supporting junior and youth golf.”