In Melbourne’s City of Knox, electric vehicles (EVs) are taking center stage in the community’s ambitious drive toward net zero emissions by 2040. With road transport responsible for approximately 13% of the municipality’s total emissions, Knox City Council is fast-tracking the rollout of public EV charging infrastructure to support growing local demand.
The City of Knox, located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, was established in 1963 following its separation from the Shire of Ferntree Gully. Back then, the population stood at just 24,000. Today, that number has soared to over 160,500 — and so too has interest in electric mobility.
EV ownership in Knox has seen remarkable growth. According to VicRoads, nearly 2,000 electric vehicles are now registered in the area — a fivefold increase from around 400 in 2023. This surge reflects a broader statewide and national trend toward low-emissions transport.
To support this transition, Knox currently hosts more than 25 public EV charging stations. While the majority are privately owned and operated, the Council maintains five chargers across three locations: the Civic Centre, Fairpark Reserve, and the Knox Regional Netball Centre. These chargers are currently free to use, helping to further lower the barrier to EV adoption.
As the city works toward a cleaner future, expanding access to reliable, convenient EV charging will be critical. Knox City Council is actively exploring partnerships and funding models to scale up this infrastructure and keep pace with the community’s rapidly evolving transport needs.
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