South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network

South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Charging NetworkSite Owner and Tenant Prospectus

electricvehicles.sa.gov.au

http://electricvehicles.sa.gov.au

We acknowledge that work undertaken to develop the Electric Vehicle Charging Network Investor Prospectus took place predominantly on the traditional lands of the Kaurna people, and we respect their spiritual relationship with their country.

We also acknowledge the Kaurna people as the custodians of the Adelaide region and that their cultural and heritage beliefs are still as important to the living Kaurna people today.

We also pay respects to the cultural authority of Traditional Owners from other areas across Australia, where work was undertaken by a number of stakeholders to provide input into this Prospectus.

We acknowledge Elders past and present, and remain humbled by the ancient knowledge systems from which we can all learn.

Acknowledgement

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Acknowledgement 2

Minister’s foreword 4

What is the statewide network and it’s benefits? 5

This Prospectus 6

How do I register my site and what happens next? 7

What does it mean for my business? 8

Case Study: Mirvac Australia 9

Case Study: Savills UK 10

Benefits for my community 12

Case Study: Glendambo 13

How many sites and charges are required? 14

South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network 15

How were the proposed locations identified? 17

What makes my site suitable? 18

What do I need to be mindful of? 20

For accommodation providers looking to add electric vehicle charging 20

For high powered public charging 21

Roles and responsibilities 22

Your region in detail 23

Adelaide metropolitan area 24

Limestone Coast, Murraylands and Riverland 25

Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island 26

Yorke and Mid North 27

Far North 28

Eyre and Western 29

Table of Contents

4 Government of South Australia Updated May 2021South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network

South Australia’s statewide electric vehicle charging network puts our state on the front foot to deliver our Electric Vehicle Action Plan vision and fully capitalise upon the economic, social and environmental opportunities that will arise from the convergence of our transport sector and abundant, world-leading renewable energy resources. Our ambitious target to reduce South Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 per cent by 2030, based upon 2005 levels, is underpinned by world leading progress towards our aim of 100 per cent renewable energy generation by 2030.

Our strategic investment of $18.3 million to implement South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Action Plan will secure private sector development of a statewide electric vehicle charging network.

As a wider range of affordable electric vehicles become available, the Electric Vehicle Action Plan will prepare our state for the rapid electrification of our transport sector by addressing key risks to our electricity system and barriers to electric vehicle uptake, in particular driving range anxiety.

Our vision for a statewide network will make travel in an electric vehicle as convenient and enjoyable as a conventional fossil fuel powered vehicle. Bringing forward charger availability, particularly in regional and remote areas, will accelerate a shift within our community that will make electric vehicle ownership the preferred choice for households and businesses by 2030, and electric vehicles the default choice by 2035.

This shift will lower transport costs, cut emissions and reduce pollution, bringing forward public health, environmental and economic benefits. Smart charging of electric vehicles when we have high renewable electricity generation or low demand will make more efficient use of our power system, lowering electricity costs for all South Australians.

Through innovation and leadership, we are creating new opportunities for industries and businesses. This Prospectus is our invitation for you, your business and your community to join us on this journey as we electrify South Australia’s transport future.

Dan van Holst Pellekaan MP Minister for Energy and Mining

Minister’s foreword

Our VisionWe will be a national leader in electric vehicle uptake and smart charging by 2025: harnessing renewable energy to reduce motoring costs, lower air, noise and carbon pollution, and reduce electricity costs for all South Australians.

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The statewide network will address one of the key barriers to electric vehicle uptake – driving range anxiety. Overcoming this barrier will bring forward our shift to electric vehicles. Through smart charging when we have high renewable energy generation or low demand we will improve the efficiency of our electricity system, delivering electricity cost savings to all South Australians.

A 2020 report published by the Electric Vehicle Council1 showed that 82 per cent of respondents see public charging infrastructure as important, so building South Australia’s electric vehicle charging network will make the decision to buy an electric vehicle much simpler.

The focus on fast and rapid charging in metropolitan, regional and remote areas will make electric vehicles a viable choice for the vast majority of journeys. As global vehicle manufacturers develop and release new models, they will know that our state has the required infrastructure and that the market is prepared and anticipating the arrival of new and affordable plug-in electric models.

The network will include high powered charging at highway service stations and road services to provide up to 350 kilometres of range extension in 10 minutes to keep motorists moving towards their final destination.

Destinations such as shopping centres and town centres will be equipped with charging stations that will deliver up to 100 kilometers of additional driving range for every 10 minutes of charging time, while motorists take a break to explore a town or complete regular tasks such as food shopping.

Convenient overnight charging at hotels, motels and holiday parks will enable drivers to start the next day with a full charge, provide site hosts with a new revenue stream and reduce congestion at highway charging so that drivers in transit have confidence of a quick turn-around at their next driving break.

What is the statewide network and its benefits?

1 https://electricvehiclecouncil.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/EVC-State-of-EVs-2020-report.pdf* Actual charging rates will vary due to operational conditions, including battery state of charge, operating temperature and demand management.

Keeps you moving to your final destination.Ultra-rapid

100 - 350 km

Highway roadside

Integrates a ‘top-up’ charge into daily routine to multi-task and save time.

Rapid 60 - 100 km

Shopping centres, supermarkets and carparks

Overnight charging to keep days free for activities.Fast

7 - 22 km

Tourist accommodation

Flexible smart charging overnight or during the day.

Trickle

3 - 7 km

Home and work

Charging location

Charging speed Benefits Extra range from

10 minutes charging*

https://electricvehiclecouncil.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/EVC-State-of-EVs-2020-report.pdf


This Prospectus is a call for expressions of interest from commercial property owners and tenants who would like to nominate their site to be considered by network developers as part of this transformative statewide project. While it is certain that electric vehicles will become commonplace on our roads, the uptake, or rate at which this happens is dependent on many factors such as availability of public charging infrastructure, vehicle model availability and other variables. The Government of South Australia is taking a proactive approach to support this transition and, with consideration of local factors, has developed an Electric Vehicle Action Plan that addresses key barriers to widespread adoption.

When surveyed, Australians commonly cite lack of charging infrastructure as one of the major reasons for their decision not to buy an electric vehicle. The key aim of the Prospectus is to encourage infrastructure investment and provide certainty about statewide charging service availability.

The Prospectus outlines the opportunities, challenges and requirements for commercial site owners and tenants that are considering becoming an electric vehicle charging service site host.

The details of sites identified through this process will be provided to charge point operators when the Government of South Australia releases a call for proposals to network developers in the first half of 2021.

In your region, the Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) will be assisted by Regional Development Australia to introduce prospective site hosts to this opportunity and support registrations of interest.

For further information, go to electricvehicles.sa.gov.au. DEM staff are available to respond to questions on (08) 8429 2391 or email [email protected].

This Prospectus


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Commercial property owners and tenants can register their interest in having discussions with charge point operators about hosting a charging site on the statewide network. Property owners, and tenants, that have written consent from the owner, may register to be considered by charge point operators for the installation of 7kW to 350kW fast chargers if they are a hotel, motel or holiday park with on site parking areas. Shopping centres, service stations, fast food outlets and other sites with 24 hours access and driver amenities may register for rapid and ultra-rapid 50kW to 350kW rapid charging stations.

Submissions will be evaluated and prioritised based on the location’s alignment with statewide network routes and ability to meet all or most of the criteria provided on pages 18 and 19.

Registering your interest is non-binding and you will be under no obligation to proceed if you are not satisfied with the terms proposed by charge point operators.

DEM will then undertake a competitive industry grants process, that will include private disclosure of site and contact details for people or businesses with a registered interest in hosting or co-investing to host electric vehicle chargers.

One or more charge point operators may contact you to discuss their interest in your property. They may seek your in-principle agreement to nominate your property or properties in their formal proposals to DEM to develop a section or sections of the statewide network. If successful, the network developer will be responsible for the installation process.

Prior to registering your property, please read important information about site suitability, operational requirements, and roles and responsibilities on pages 18 to 23.

To register, go to electricvehicles.sa.gov.au and complete the registration of interest form and return this form.

How do I register my site and what happens next?

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Registration of Interest – Site Owners and Tenants

Commercial sites register their interest to be approached by charge point operators to host two or more chargers.

Evaluation

All responses will be reviewed by DEM.

Competitive Grants Process

The Government will undertake a competitive process to award part or all of the network to one or more charge point operators.

Charge point operators will contact registered sites during this stage.

Sign Site Agreements

Charge point operators will negotiate a site agreement with the site host.

Fast Charger Installation

Installation of fast chargers in hotels, motels and holiday parks can often be done soon after the charge point operators agreement is signed.

Rapid and Ultra-Rapid Charger Installation

For installations with a total installed charging capacity of 60kW or more, approvals from SA Power Networks and assessment of upstream infrastructure is likely to be required. Site works will commence after this and will take 1-2 months.

Chargers Operational

Chargers are ready to use.

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The EV Charging Network application process

We are here

http://www.electricvehicles.sa.gov.au


Establishing your property as an electric vehicle charging location will put your business or premises on the statewide charging network map. This is a fantastic opportunity to capture the market before others do.Property owners, and tenants that have written consent from the owner, may register to be considered by charge point operators for the installation of fast chargers if they are a hotel, motel or holiday park with on site parking areas. Shopping centres, service stations, public car parks, fast food outlets and other sites with 24 hour access and driver amenities may register to be considered for fast, rapid and ultra-rapid charging stations.

Registering your site does not guarantee that charge point operators will select your site for further investigations, but it will ensure that they are aware of your interest to host chargers.

By registering, you will be giving DEM consent to release your contact details to charge point operators, during the formal proposal phase of this project in 2021, to enable interested charge

point operators to contact you directly to review your site and if favorable, agree terms for public electric vehicle charging equipment to be installed and operated on your property for an agreed period (not less than 5 years).

Providing public charging infrastructure on your site will mean customers may stay longer, return more frequently and spend more at your business and in the surrounding locality. It is also a very visible way to show your support for South Australia’s continued international leadership in renewable energy, environmental values and real initiatives toward decarbonising the planet.

Depending on the investment merits of your location, all of this could be available to you at no cost, meaning you could reap all of these benefits without having to invest yourself.

Registering your interest to participate in South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network is a non-binding first step toward being strategically positioned for electric vehicle charging in your town or region. As the electric vehicle market matures, your property will be well placed to capture benefits from customers attracted to your region by charge point operators.

What does it mean for my business?

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4 https://www.smh.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/australia-s-waking-up-take-up-of-electric-car-charging-points-to-market-shift-20190410-p51cuj.html

5 https://www.shoppingcentrenews.com.au/shopping-centre-news/industry-news/mirvac-take-ev-charging-to-the-next-level/

Case study: Mirvac Australia

Property developer Mirvac Australia has been installing electric vehicle chargers in shopping centres since 2017.4 Mirvac Australia has seen utilisation of these chargers increase five-fold over a two-year period and is rapidly expanding this service across its shopping centres.

Key findings include:

• Shoppers stay in the centre for 46 minutes compared with electric vehicle owners who stay on average for 106 minutes.

• The extra time suggests the investment in chargers – totalling in the hundreds of thousand dollars – is worthwhile.

• The infrastructure has helped to attract top tier tenants to their facilities.5

S H O PPI N G C E N T R E S

Electric vehicle owners stay on average twice as

long at shopping centres, leading to more spending

x2

https://www.smh.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/australia-s-waking-up-take-up-of-electric-car-charg

https://www.shoppingcentrenews.com.au/shopping-centre-news/industry-news/mirvac-take-ev-charging-to-


2 pod-point.com/business/case-studies/savills

3managingagentspartnership.co.uk/savills-rolls-out-electric-vehicle-charging-points-shoppers

Case study: Savills UK

In the United Kingdom, Savills worked with ten strategic clients to roll out electric vehicle charging points across 29 retail locations. These are attracting new shoppers, encouraging repeat visits and increasing dwell times. Building on this success, Savills is working with other property owners to review the feasibility of installing charging points across their managed portfolios.2

• Up to 50 per cent increase in dwell time, with visitors using charge points spending one and a half to two hours on site, versus under one hour for average visits by non-chargers.

• An average spend of £36-80/visit for longer dwell times.

• Greenhouse gas emissions from visitor travel reduced by 31.2 tonnes.3

• Offered as a value-add service to attract customers

• Increasing dwell time, customer spending and enhancing user experiences can strengthen owner-tenant relationships.

https://pod-point.com/business/case-studies/savills

https://www.managingagentspartnership.co.uk/savills-rolls-out-electric-vehicle-charging-points-shopp

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PR OJ E C T E D I N C R E A S E I N E VS O N SA R OADS (E N E R G E I A 2020)

G LO BAL M OTO R V E H I C LE M AN U FAC T U R E R S

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Early adopters of electric vehicles in Australia have been making the decision to switch despite the lack of charging infrastructure. Early adopters of electric vehicles have found support in regional communities. Operators of local businesses such as petrol stations, vehicle repair workshops and holiday parks have been offering a standard power socket to the passing traveller, lending them a hand when in need by letting them charge their car. Online electric vehicle community forums and websites such as Plugshare.com, where drivers share places to charge, are full of examples where locals are getting behind early adopters and supporting regional electric mobility.

Demand for electrical charging stations is continuing to grow, and the opportunity to formalise the charging network by providing access to purpose-built charging stations will attract motorists to your community.

If your business or town is a destination for refuelling or regional hub for transport today, this is your chance to embrace one of the largest technology disruptions of the twenty-first century and ensure it does not displace your property or town from the inevitable shift away from fossil fuelled vehicles.

The first dedicated public chargers were installed in Australia 10 years ago. Since then the electric vehicle market has continued to mature beyond the phase of early adopters and we are now in the commercialisation phase with a much steeper uptake.

Benefits for my community

Figure 1: Electric vehicle uptake forecast. Source: Government of South Australia (Energeia 2020)

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SA BaU cumulative EVs SA EV uptake aligns with leading jurisdictions (e.g. UK)

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441,154 – 32.5%

12,971 – 1.1%

http://Plugshare.com

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While electric vehicle numbers in Australia are currently low, projections show that up to 50 per cent of vehicles on South Australia’s roads will be electric by 2035. As electric vehicles reshape our vehicle choices, charging station sites hosts can gain a market advantage and grow exponentially with this demand.

You can boost the number of visitors who will stop and have time to explore the surroundings while their car is recharging, visiting local attractions and businesses while increasing awareness of your town and as they share their electric vehicle driving stories with friends, family and social networks.

Providing charging infrastructure is also about supporting inter-regional travel between neighbouring communities for sport, business and recreation, in turn making owning an electric vehicle a genuine choice for people in regional communities.

Transport accounts for 30 per cent of our state’s greenhouse gas emissions. By leveraging South Australia’s international reputation as a world leader in clean energy and transforming the state into a low carbon economy, you will contribute to the achievement of our shared goal of net zero greenhouse gas emission by 2050.

Not only will you be helping the environment, but you will also be reducing our nation’s dependence on imported fossil fuels and supporting South Australia’s booming renewable energy sector, which is delivering secure, well paid jobs to hundreds of people in regional areas.

Supporting companies that are leading the charge to provide new services and products that are truly innovative on a global scale will create new opportunities for business leadership and employment creation.

Case study: Glendambo Visitors to the Glendambo Roadhouse have been given access to a three phase power socket for years. The electric vehicle community has relied on sites like these to get by, with the hosts often praised for their support.

Examples of comments left by electric vehicle drivers:

Source: Plugshare

Very friendly

staff

Had a good meal at the

nearby motel / hotel

Located next to the Ice Fridge

at the Caltex RoadHouse

Now is the time to secure your place in our electric transport future.


South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network (below and opposite) will secure private investment in a statewide network of fast and rapid electric vehicle charging stations in locations that are convenient to local attractions and public amenities. This table shows the number and recommended power output for charging infrastructure required to satisfy driver requirements, adequately cater for peak demand periods to avoid queuing and improve community perceptions to secure widespread adoption of electric vehicles.

Locations are categorised as fast destination where lower-powered chargers are recommended to meet the needs of drivers for overnight and daytime charging at accommodation. Rapid highway chargers are recommended for locations such as shopping centres, main street park areas, tourist attractions and highway services.

The actual quantities may vary depending on feasibility studies and other deciding factors determined by the nominated charge point operators.

Looking at the south-east region of South Australia as an example, average daily electric vehicle traffic volumes in 2025 will reach 394 and 189 vehicles per day on the Dukes and Princes Highways respectively. Detailed information about each region is provided at the end of this document to assist you to understand the potential demand for electric vehicle chargers at your site. All demand forecasts are subject to actual electric vehicle uptake and individual choices of motorists on where and when they charge their vehicle.

While early investigations have identified preferred locations, if your site is outside of these locations you are still encouraged to express interest in participating in the charging network as the charge point operators may recommend a broader distribution of sites, particularly for overnight accommodation.

How many sites and chargers are required?

LO C AT I O N PL A N N E D R O L L- O U T

R A PI D H I G H WAY

FA S T DESTINATION

METRO ADELAIDE

Adelaide CBD - 120

Adelaide Airport 8 -

North 2 8

South 2 16

East 2 8

West 2 16

ADELAIDE HILLS, FLEURIEU AND

KANGAROO ISLAND

Woodside 2 8

Strathalbyn 2 8

Yankalilla 2 8

Kangaroo Island 2 16

Victor Harbor 6 8

Goolwa 2 8

LIMESTONE COAST

Meningie 2 8

Kingston 2 8

Robe 2 8

Beachport 2 4

Naracoorte 2 8

Mount Gambier 2 8

Keith 4 4

Bordertown 4 -

MURRAYLANDS AND RIVERLAND

Blanchetown or Waikerie 2 4

Renmark 4 4

Berri - 4

Barmera 2 4

Pinnaroo 2 4BAROSSA, GAWLER,

LIGHT AND ADELAIDE PLAINS

Nuriootpa 2 8

LO C AT I O N PL A N N E D R O L L- O U T


FA S T DESTINATION

YORKE AND MID NORTH

Port Pirie 2 4Snowtown 2 -Melrose 2 4Jamestown 2 4Peterborough 2 4Clare 2 8Burra 2 4Kadina 2 8Ardrossan 2 4Edithburgh 2 4

EYRE AND WESTERN

Whyalla 2 4Cowell 2 4Port Lincoln 2 8Elliston 2 4Kimba 2 4Poochera 2 4Ceduna 2 4Yalata - 2SA/WA Border Village - 2

FAR NORTH

Port Augusta 6 8Glendambo - 2Pimba 2 -Roxby Downs 2 4Coober Pedy 2 4Marla - 2Hawker 2 4Leigh Creek 2 4Yunta - 4

Rapid Highway Chargers: 60kW to 350kW

Fast Destination Chargers: 7kW to 22kW

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HAWKER

MARL A

LEIGH CREEK

PIMBA

GLENDAMBO

ROXBY DOWNS

A32

A8

B83

B82

B23

A13

B80

B55

B12

A32

A87

A87

A1

A1

B100

B100

A20

A66

M1

B1

PETERBOROUGH

WOODSIDE

MORGAN

PORT PIRIE

ADEL AIDE

RENMARK

MOUNT GAMBIER

KINGSTON SE

CL ARE

PORT AUGUSTA

PORT LINCOLN

CEDUNA

COOBER PEDY

NURIOOTPA

South Australia’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network

EYRE & WESTERN

18 50SITES CHARGERS

FAR NORTH

18 48SITES CHARGERS

YORKE & MID NORTH

21 64SITES CHARGERS

MURRAYLANDS & RIVERLAND

13 38SITES CHARGERS

ADELAIDE HILLS, FLEURIEU & KANGAROO

ISLAND

22 72SITES CHARGERS

LIMESTONE COAST

19 64SITES CHARGERS

ADELAIDE METROPOLITAN

27 184SITES CHARGERS

BAROSSA, GAWLER LIGHT,

ADELAIDE PLAINS

3 10SITES CHARGERS

Stage 1 - Fast and Rapid Charging - Construction 2021-2023

Stage 1 - Fast Charging - Construction 2021-2023

Existing - Constructed 2020

TO ALICE SPRINGS NORTHERN TERRITORY

TO EUCL A WESTERN AUSTR ALIA

TO MELBOURNE

TO BROKEN HILL NEW SOUTH WALES

16 Government of South Australia December 2020Statewide Electric Vehicle Charging Network

Public fast charging is important in their

decision to buy an EV

SA will be powered by net

100% renewable electricity by

2030

A 350kW charger delivers up to

350km of extra driving range in only 10 minutes

Would consider buying an EV

as their next car

Would be encouraged to buy an EV if public

charging was provided

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SU RV E Y E D R A A M E M B E R S SAY:

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When comparing the ongoing maintenance

and fuel costs of an internal combustion

engine vehicle

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The Department for Energy and Mining commissioned energy market experts to model electric vehicle uptake scenarios for the South Australian market. This modelling found that government intervention in South Australia’s electric vehicle market could lift the current trajectory of electric vehicle uptake from 1.1 per cent in 2025 and 4.5 per cent in 2030 to 8.5 per cent and 25.6 per cent respectively.

Following this, locations for charging infrastructure were mapped based on traffic flows, projected electric vehicle uptake, technical capabilities, local amenities and existing driver refueling behaviours. This provided the basis for an understanding of the base network required to provide route flexibility to South Australian electric vehicle drivers and visitors. It also established an economic case for providing this base network.

To improve accuracy and ensure locations would meet future real world needs, modelling estimated the amount of stored electrical energy that would be required for electric passenger vehicles to travel along popular routes in South Australia. Taking into account real-world factors such as topography, regenerative braking, air conditioning, passenger loading and different battery capacities, this highlighted where chargers were best placed to overcome driving range anxiety as a barrier to electric vehicle uptake in South Australia.

Future electric vehicle traffic volumes at these locations were determined using the above uptake forecast in conjunction with data from real traffic counters. Then, based on the number of overnight versus day visitors, and factors such as whether the location is a highway stop or tourist destination, the power output and quantity of chargers were established for each location.

How were the proposed locations identified?

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Routes identified based on traffic volumes, connectivity and requirement to support tourism. Local traffic filtered out.

Hourly electric vehicle volumes calculated using traffic volumes from actual count sites and projected out to 2030. Analysis involves seasonal variations and worst case peaks.

Real world vehicle performance modelling used to optimise charging locations.

Electric vehicle volumes determine demand for chargers. Combinations of charger quantity and rating used to determine optimal solution to satisfy demand.

Route identification Electric vehicle volumes

Identify locations Determine quantity and rating of charging stations


As the costs to provide and operate rapid charging infrastructure will be covered by the charging point operator, sites that minimise these costs, or are well positioned to maximise utilisation are likely to be prioritised for construction. Here are some of the key considerations that the charge point operator will be looking for when assessing your site.

Does the site have an existing NBN connection or mobile phone network coverage?

A fast, always on internet connection is strongly preferred to enable charge point operators to monitor the status of the chargers, troubleshoot faults, account for electricity consumed and collect billing data from users. In locations where this is not possible, cellular telephone connectivity may be used. Setting up a new internet connection will add to the cost of the project for the charging station provider. Accessing an existing NBN connection will enable the charge point operator to monitor the status of the chargers, troubleshoot faults, account for electricity consumed and collect billing data from users.

Does your site have sufficient electrical capacity?

It is important to ensure a site has sufficient electrical capacity to operate electric vehicle chargers. Businesses with high loads such as deep fryers, ovens, refrigerators, large air-conditioning units or powerful lights are likely to have higher capacity electricity network connections and switchboards. Electric vehicle chargers may fit neatly within such a power system or be upgraded as required by the charge point operator.

For example, a single 50kW charger or multiple of 50kW chargers can be a problem even for large customers. Multiple 7kW chargers could also be a problem for many hotels, motels and holiday parks as your connection is sized to your current need.

SA Power Networks will provide preliminary advice to DEM on the network connection capacity in your location. This information will be provided to charge point operators during the formal proposal period.

How many car spaces does your business have?

A minimum of two dedicated electric vehicle charging parking spaces are anticipated per site. To ensure service availability, these parking spaces cannot be shared with non-EVs.

Multiple car spaces mean less likelihood that the electric vehicle charge points will be blocked by other cars or that valuable car spaces will be taken up by the electric vehicle charging stations.

Is access to your site visible to passing traffic?

A location with good visibility will make it easier for passing drivers to find the site and feel safe when they are using the site, particularly at night or when your business is closed.

Availability of space Low powered, overnight chargers can be wall or pedestal mounted and are best suited for accommodation.

A typical 50kW to 100kW rapid charger that can service 1 to 2 parking bays has an approximate footprint of a public litter bin (0.25m2-0.5m2).

Multiple, or higher rating ultra-rapid chargers (175kW to 350kW) will require 0.25m2 - 0.5m2 each plus installation of switchboards and a transformer somewhere on the site, which will typically have a footprint of at least 4m2.

What makes my site suitable?

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How far is the car park from electrical supply/switchboard?

Parking bays close to your electricity supply/switchboard are more desirable as they reduce installation costs associated with longer cables, conduits and trenching/tunneling. This could make your site more suitable for development compared to others.

Would connection to the switchboard require trenching/tunneling or ceiling/wall conduit?

A ceiling/wall conduit may be a more economical means of running cabling and could cause less disturbance to your parking area than trenching and tunneling, which add significant cost to the installation for the charge point operator.

How will the charge point operator keep SA Power Networks connection cost down?

All registered sites will be referred to SA Power Networks for preliminary advice on the capacity of the electrical connection to the site. This high level advice will be released to charge point operators during the formal proposal period.

In some cases installing electric vehicle chargers may require an upgrade to the existing grid connection. It is also possible that a new additional connection to the site may be required. These factors will have a bearing on the economic viability of the location as network connection costs can vary considerably from one location to another.

Does your site have amenities that are desirable for visitors?

Amenities such as toilets, food or tourist attractions make a site more desirable for electric vehicle drivers and increase revenue opportunities for you as the host. Drivers can use the time it takes to charge their car to have a rest on a long drive, eat or explore an attraction.

Unlike refueling with petrol, leaving an electric vehicle unattended while it charges is completely safe.

Are there other attractions or businesses within 100 metres of your site?

A charging station can be a great catalyst to boost local business, especially in regional and remote areas.

Does the site have adequate lighting and security?

This is especially relevant for sites intending to operate 24 hours a day. A well lit area with CCTV will be valued by visitors.

Example in Europe of an inter-regional service station with multiple ultra-rapid chargers.

Co-located with restaurants, services and amenities for drivers as they wait to recharge. Services provide alternative revenue streams for the site hosts.

Located on major routes for trips that exceed electric vehicle range and offering ultra-rapid DC chargers (150 kW or greater).


What do I need to be mindful of?For accommodation providers looking to add electric vehicle charging

Who will own, operate and answer questions about the chargers?

For accommodation chargers, this will depend on the ownership and operator model that you and the charge point operator agree to progress in the formal proposal to DEM. Like other services that you provide, customers will seek general advice about using charging services. Through the competitive grants process, DEM will be encouraging charge point operators to provide remote monitoring and 24 hour helpline services to customers.

How long will the vehicles take to charge?

For overnight accommodation 7kW chargers are recommended. These will usually recharge a vehicle with a driving range of up to 400 kilometres from empty to full in approximately eight to ten hours.

How many chargers will be installed on each site?

DEM will seek a minimum of two chargers for any site. The charge point operator will agree the number of chargers with the accommodation provider prior to submitting a formal proposal to DEM.

What kind of disruption will happen to my site during construction?

This will depend on the distance of the parking spaces from your main switchboard, number of chargers and whether cable supports like conduits can be run easily.

Will major electrical upgrades be required?

This will depend on your existing electrical infrastructure and how much capacity is available. Typically, one or two chargers may not require major works. Installing more chargers would likely require upgrades to your onsite infrastructure. Allocation of these costs will depended on the ownership and operator model that you and the charge point operator agree to progress in the formal proposal to DEM.

Will all vehicle models be able to charge?

Yes, all new vehicles imported into Australia from the 1st of January 2020 will have the same charging socket. Older vehicles will need to carry their own adapter to use your service.

How much space is required for a charger?

AC chargers in the 7kW to 11kW range come as a wall mounted box, not much bigger than an A3 sheet of paper. They can also be pedestal mounted if wall mounting is not possible.

What if I’ve already got low-powered chargers on my site?

Existing chargers can still operate alongside fast chargers and provide an alternate charging option, especially during times of congestion.

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For high powered public charging

Who will own and operate the high powered chargers?

For high powered chargers, it is likely that the charge point operator will want to own and operate the chargers. With the agreement of the operator, there may be some opportunity for property owners to progress other models in the formal proposal to DEM.

Who owns the equipment at the end of the agreement?

Ownership and responsibility for removing the chargers and reinstating the parking area at the end of the term should be clearly specified in your agreement with the charge point operator.

What will the disturbance to my site be?

This will depend on the extent of site works required to run cables from your main switchboard, or a new point of connection, to the electric vehicle chargers. The closer these can be, the less disturbance.

How much revenue can I make from electric vehicle charging?

The direct revenue from electric vehicle charging will be collected by the charge point operator so that they can recoup their investment in your site.Benefits for your property or business will greatly depend upon whether you sell goods or services that electric vehicle drivers require or are drawn to while they are recharging.

How long can I expect electric vehicle drivers to stay?

As a rule of thumb, each kilowatt of charger power output adds a kilometre of range to the battery every ten minutes, so a 100kW charger will add approximately 100km for every ten minutes of charging. (Refer to page 5.)

How long is the agreement with the charge point operator?

This will depend on the agreement with the charge point operator. It is likely that the initial contracted term will be up to 10 years. The charge point operator may seek to include renewal periods of 5 years plus 5 years.

Can I charge the charge point operator a lease to use my site?

Whilst a lease is unlikely in the initial contracted period, the charge point operator may seek to license use of your property. It is important to note that in these early stages of market development, requiring lease rates or license fees may increase the operating cost to the charge point operator and make your site less attractive compared to other sites.

My site isn’t in one of the locations listed in this document, can I still participate?

All applications will be considered and are welcomed.

What if the charging stations become congested?

This is a good sign that your site is in high demand and you should speak to the charge point operator about installing more.

Will I be liable if the number of electric vehicle visits is lower than anticipated?

The feasibility of installing chargers on your site will ultimately be the responsibility of the charge point operator. Low utilisation could generate opportunities to work on special offers and promotions with the charge point operator to increase motorist awareness of the site.

What if I become familiar with electric vehicle charging and want to provide my own?

The charge point operator may seek to include a non-compete clauses for the duration of the agreement.


While hosting an electric vehicle charging site has its benefits, it is important to have an understanding of the obligations of all parties involved. The following table provides some examples of likely roles and responsibilities for the site host and charge point operator.

Roles and responsibilities

SITE HOST

DESCRIPTION T Y PE

Provision of car spaces for electric vehicle chargers and space for associated charging equipment and electrical infrastructure

Contractual

Provision of clear access to charging stations and notifying when access may be restricted (e.g. due to site works)

Contractual

General maintenance and upkeep surrounding the charging station site

Operational

Monitoring parking restrictions (e.g. max duration, permission for other vehicles to use bays, etc)

Operational

Reporting vandalism or other physical damage to charging equipment

Operational

CHARGING POINT OPERATOR

DESCRIPTION T Y PE

Supply and installation of charging equipment. Financial

Payment of ongoing energy costs attributable to electric vehicle charging.

Financial

Application to local grid operator for additional electrical capacity.

Site works

Line markings, signage, safety bollards, etc. Site works

Upgrades to onsite electrical infrastructure. Site works

Upgrades to upstream electrical infrastructure. Site works

Ownership of charging equipment. Contractual

Making good if, for any reason, charging stations are to be removed.

Contractual

Maintenance and repair of charging station equipment.

Operational

Provision of helpdesk and support for charging station malfunctions.

Operational

Installing additional chargers when the chargers become popular.

Operational

Marketing and making people aware that chargers are there.

Operational

Collection of payments from drivers for electric vehicle charging.

Operational

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Your region in detailThis section provides further information about the type of charging services that are likely to be required in your region.


Adelaide metropolitan areaWhile most charging by Adelaide’s residents will be undertaken at home, it is important to provide for people who do not have access to a home charger, such as apartment dwellers and visitors.

Urban sites will support the use of electric vehicles for commercial purposes (eg taxis to and from the airport).

Provision of fast and rapid public chargers in key locations such as shopping centres and petrol stations and fast food outlets will alleviate range anxiety and provide convenient, positive charging experiences for motorists traversing the metropolitan area and/or heading out to regional and remote locations.

Shopping centres, petrol stations, fast food outlets, hotels, motels and holiday parks and other sites with secure 24 hour access and required amenities are encouraged to nominate.

NORTH

NORTH

EAST

EAST

WEST

WEST

SOUTH

SOUTH

2

1

2

1

4

1

4

1

8

2

8

2

16

2

16

2

SITES

SITE

SITES

SITE

SITES

SITE

SITES

SITE

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

Rapid Charging

Fast Destination

ADELAIDE CBD

ADELAIDE AIRPORT

10

1

120

8

SITES

SITE

CHARGERS

CHARGERS

Recommended Charger Quantities

LOCATION CONSTRUC TION 2021-2023

A D E L A I D E M E T R O P O L I TA N R A PI D CH A R G I N G

FA S T DESTINATION

City of Adelaide 8 120Adelaide Airport 2 -Western 2 8Northern 2 16Eastern 2 8Southern 2 16



ADELAIDE

EASTADELAIDE AIRPORT

NORTH

WEST

SOUTH

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Limestone Coast, Murraylands and RiverlandThe Limestone Coast, Murraylands and Riverland regions have a mix of popular tourism destinations as well as key interstate routes. Therefore, a mix of fast highway, stop-over and overnight charging is required. Locations such as Mount Gambier, Naracoorte and Renmark will benefit from chargers that can be used while visitors explore tourist attractions or rest overnight.

Motorists travelling the popular Dukes Highway will be seeking a quick top up in places like Keith and Tailem Bend where existing charge point operators have established high powered ultra-rapid 350kW services with the support of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency.

Pinnaroo, located on the Mallee Highway, sits on a key transit route for South Australian’s accessing north western Victoria, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Queensland. A site is sought for rapid highway charging to support transit into these regions.

Shops, supermarkets, petrol stations, tourist attractions, fast food outlets, hotels, motels and holiday parks and other sites with secure 24 hour access and required amenities, such as town centre parking areas, are encouraged to nominate.

B

E

F

D

C

Forecast Average Daily EV Traffic Volumes (two-way)

LOCATION 2020 2025 2030 2035

A 73 1232 4160 9113

B 6 96 321 713

C 23 394 1312 2911

D 11 189 623 1402

E 18 297 989 2195

F 17 283 945 2097



L I M E S TO N E COA S T R A PI D H I G H WAY

FA S T DESTINATION

Meningie 2 8Kingston 2 8Robe 2 8Beachport 2 4Naracoorte 2 8Mount Gambier 2 8Keith - 4

M U R R AY L A N DS A N D R I V E R L A N D

Bordertown - 4Blanchetown or Waikerie 2 4Renmark 4 4Berri - 4Barmera 2 4Pinnaroo 2 4

MOUNT GAMBIER

NAR ACOORTE

BORDERTOWN

KEITH

PINNAROO

KINGSTON SE

ROBE

BEACHPORT

ADELAIDE

RENMARKMORGAN, BLANCHETOWN OR WAIKERIE

BARMER A

MENINGIE

A



MURRAYLANDS & RIVERLAND

13 38SITES CHARGERS

LIMESTONE COAST

19 64SITES CHARGERS

297

39496

1232

283

189

Estimated number of EVs using route, per day in 2025


Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo IslandThe Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island are very popular with day visitors from Adelaide, as well as having a large number of privately owned holiday homes and holiday rentals. It is worth noting that most electric vehicle models today can comfortably do a round trip from Adelaide to Victor Harbor, Goolwa or Cape Jervis on a single charge. For guests staying multiple nights and exploring the region, overnight chargers at accommodation are adequate.

The current electricity grid on Kangaroo Island has not been designed for heavy loads such as rapid fast chargers. Therefore provision of ample overnight accommodation charging is recommended.

Shops, supermarkets, petrol stations, tourist attractions, ferry terminals, fast food outlets, hotels, motels and holiday parks and other sites with secure 24 hour access and required amenities, such as town centre parking areas, are encouraged to nominate.


LOCATION 2020 2025 2030 2035

G 19 319 1061 2356

H 59 1005 3351 7838

I 5 91 303 672



A D E L A I D E H I L L S, FL E U R I E U PE N I N SU L A A N D K A N G A R O O I S L A N D


FA S T DESTINATION

Woodside 2 8Strathalbyn 2 8Yankalilla 2 8Kangaroo Island 2 16Victor Harbor 6 8Goolwa 2 8

ADEL AIDE

STR ATHALBYN

GOOLWA

WOODSIDE

H

VIC TOR HARBOR

K ANGAROO ISLAND

YANK ALILLA



ADELAIDE HILLS, FLEURIEU & KANGAROO

ISLAND

22 72SITES CHARGERS

I

91

1005

1005


G

27

Barrosa, Gawler, Light and Adelaide Plains, Yorke and Mid NorthThe Yorke and Mid North, Barossa, Gawler, Light and Adelaide Plains regions have a diverse range of use cases, where electric vehicle charging will be required.

The Yorke Peninsula has a large number of holiday homes and rentals and is a stretch for day visitors. Therefore, focus here should be on lower powered destination and overnight charging.

The township of Clare is a popular destination for tourists and is sufficiently distant from Adelaide that a return trip is difficult in an electric vehicle, so providing both overnight and stopover charging at popular locations will be popular with motorists.

Burra in the Yorke and Mid North region is an important link to both Broken Hill and from Port Augusta to Renmark via Morgan. Whilst the initial roll out envisages rapid charging for motorists in transit, opportunities may arise for destination and overnight charging services.

The recommended location for rapid charging close to Nuriootpa in the Baroosa Valley has been identified as an important location for regional visitors, residents and vehicles in transit travelling to or from the Riverland on the Sturt Highway.



LOCATION 2020 2025 2030 2035

J 16 273 912 2023K 37 682 2092 4643L 17 293 976 2166M 5 80 265 589N 11 197 655 1455O 27 455 1515 3364P 5 81 271 601Q 3 54 179 397



YO R K E A N D M I D N O R T H R A PI D H I G H WAY

FA S T DESTINATION

Port Pirie 2 4Snowtown 2 -Melrose 2 4

Jamestown 2 4

Peterborough 2 4

Clare 2 8

Burra 2 4

Kadina 2 8

Ardrossan 2 4

Edithburgh 2 4BA R OSSA , G AW L E R , L I G H T A N D A D E L A I D E PL A I N S

Nuriootpa 4 -

ADEL AIDE

L

M N

Q

P

ADEL AIDE

CL ARE

SNOW TOWN

K ADINA

ARDROSSAN

PORT PIRIE

JAMESTOWN

PETERBOROUGH

BURR A

EDITHBURGH

NURIOOTPA

J

K



YORKE & MID NORTH

21 64SITES CHARGERS

BAROSSA, GAWLER LIGHT,

ADELAIDE PLAINS

3 10SITES CHARGERS

273

80

54

197

455

455

293

81

682

O

O



Far NorthAs the gateway to South Australia’s outback, Port Augusta is a key location for chargers of varied ratings due to a mix of overnight guests and through traffic on major routes to the north and west of the state. Therefore all three categories of chargers are needed.

Remote locations such as Parachilna, Glendambo and Roxby Downs may have low vehicle traffic volumes but are important for ensuring statewide coverage and alleviating range anxiety, which is integral to widespread adoption of electric vehicles. Limitations on the rating and quantity of chargers must be observed in these locations due to weaker power networks.

With approximately 70 per cent renewable energy and world renowned tourist attractions, Coober Pedy has a fantastic opportunity to support local journeys, cater for overnight charging and provide a key link for drivers travelling between the Northern Territory and Adelaide.

It may have taken over a hundred years to link Darwin and Adelaide by rail, but this project aims to electrify Australia’s heart for a truly inspirational outback adventure. This link to the Northern Territory via Marla will demonstrate to the world the capabilities of electric vehicles for long distance driving.

The link to New South Wales is remote and locations such as Manna Hill and Yunta are supplied by off-grid, standalone remote area power supplies which may not have capacity to service ultra-rapid charging but may be suitable for rapid charging.

Highway services, fast food outlets, hotels, motels and holiday parks and other sites, supermarkets and town centre parking areas with secure 24 hour access and required amenities are encouraged to nominate.


LOCATION 2020 2025 2030 2035

R 2 34 111 246

S 1 17 58 128

T 5 69 230 510

U 3 48 162 359

V 27 455 1515 3364



FA R N O R T H R A PI D H I G H WAY

FA S T DESTINATION

Port Augusta 6 8Glendambo - 2Pimba 2 -Roxby Downs 2 4Coober Pedy 2 4Marla - 2Hawker 2 4Leigh Creek 6 4Yunta - 4

ADEL AIDE

PORT AUGUSTA YUNTA

HAWKER

COOBER PEDY

GLENDAMBO

MARL A

R

T

U

V



FAR NORTH

18 48SITES CHARGERS

S

34

455

6948

17


LEIGH CREEKROXBY DOWNS

PIMBA

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Eyre and WesternTowns and regional cities like Whyalla, Cowell, Port Lincoln, Elliston and Ceduna will provide much needed fast and rapid charging infrastructure to support visitors transiting through or exploring the area and needing to top up while they visit attractions or local shops. At the same time, overnight charging at accommodation needs to be provisioned for tourism and work journeys that incorporate an overnight stay.

Other locations in this region, such as Kimba, Poochera, Yalata and Nullarbor Roadhouse and the Border Village, are key locations for journey enablement. Drivers will know that when they purchase an electric vehicle they can go anywhere in the state and beyond.



LOCATION 2020 2025 2030 2035

W 4 65 215 477

X 5 75 250 555

Y 5 92 306 678

Z 8 139 465 1032



E Y R E A N D W E S T E R N R A PI D H I G H WAY

FA S T DESTINATION

Whyalla 2 4Cowell 2 4Port Lincoln 2 8Elliston 2 4Kimba 2 4Poochera 2 4Ceduna 2 4Yalata - 2SA/WA Border Village - 2

PORT AUGUSTA

PORT LINCOLN

YAL ATA

CEDUNA

ELLISTON

POOCHER A

KIMBA

WHYALL A

W

X

Y

Z



75

139

92

65


EYRE & WESTERN

18 50SITES CHARGERS


SA/WA Border Village to Bordertown SA

Mount Gambier to Ceduna

Victor Harbor to Coober Pedy

Adelaide to Port Lincoln

1,525 1,210 927 778

SA C H AR G I N G N E T WO R K E N AB LE D J O U R N E Y D I S TAN C E S (K M S)

Electric Vehicle Council State of Electric Vehicles report has found:

CU R R E N T E LE C T R I C V E H I C LE M O D E L S AVAI L AB LE I N AUS T R ALI A

Kilometres average driving range per charge

People underestimate the driving range

400 80%

Further informationDepartment for Energy and Mining

T: +61 8 8429 2391 electricvehicles.sa.gov.au [email protected]


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