04 November 2024
An incentive to encourage local businesses to switch to second-hand electric vans has seen all
25 available incentives successfully applied for in just six weeks.
When the scheme launched on 16 September, local businesses had an opportunity to apply for
funding towards the purchase of a second-hand electric van on a first-come, first served basis,
as part of the Government of Jersey’s incentive to reduce the Island’s transport emissions.
The Minister for the Environment, Deputy Steve Luce, said: “I’m pleased to see such an
immediate and positive response from local businesses to the second-hand electric van
incentive. This shows a real desire from businesses to switch to electric and support Jersey’s
decarbonisation efforts.
“Business transport vehicles are responsible for a significant proportion of our transport
emissions, so by making the switch to electric, businesses are supporting with the Island’s
transition towards a more sustainable transport future.”
A separate Electric Vehicle Purchase Incentive (EVPI) continues to be available to both
individuals and businesses; at a value of up to £3,500 towards the cost of an electric car or van,
or up to £300 towards the cost of an electric moped or motorcycle.
Due to the successful
uptake of this to date, it is likely to close by the end of 2024.
For more information about the Electric Vehicle Purchase Incentive, visit: gov.je/GoElectric.
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