Horizon Energy Ventures and Landis+Gyr Partner to Boost Workplace EV Charging Solutions Across the UK

Horizon Energy Ventures and Landis+Gyr Partner to Boost Workplace EV Charging Solutions Across the UK

(IN BRIEF) Horizon Energy Ventures and Landis+Gyr have joined forces to expand workplace EV charging solutions across the UK, blending Horizon’s expertise in sustainable finance with Landis+Gyr’s advanced energy management technology. This collaboration aims to accelerate the rollout of efficient, scalable EV charging options for businesses, supporting the UK’s net-zero goals and encouraging EV adoption through alignment with government incentives. Initial installations are set to begin later this year, establishing a reliable standard for workplace EV infrastructure.

(PRESS RELEASE) MANCHESTER, 29-Oct-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Horizon Energy Ventures, a major low-carbon investment firm and part of Arcus Infrastructure Partners, has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Landis+Gyr, a global leader in energy management solutions, to expand workplace electric vehicle (EV) charging across the UK. This collaboration will leverage Horizon’s financial expertise in sustainable energy and Landis+Gyr’s advanced technology to offer efficient, scalable EV charging systems tailored for business environments, meeting the rising demand for accessible workplace EV infrastructure.

By focusing on smart, adaptable charging solutions, the partnership aims to ease the EV transition for companies and support the UK’s net-zero targets. David McCoubrie, Head of Sales at Horizon Energy Ventures, highlighted the broader impact, noting, “Our partnership with Landis+Gyr not only facilitates workplace EV charging but also plays a crucial role in supporting the UK’s sustainability goals. We’re committed to making workplace charging straightforward and dependable.”

This initiative also aligns with the UK government’s Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS), providing eligible businesses with financial incentives covering up to 75% of installation costs. Through this collaboration, Horizon Energy Ventures and Landis+Gyr will help businesses access these grants, promoting cost-effective EV adoption.

Rob Harper, Director of Sales and Market Development at Landis+Gyr, emphasized the transformative potential of this partnership: “With Landis+Gyr’s expertise in energy management, we’re excited to work with Horizon Energy Ventures to offer intelligent, future-proof EV charging solutions that align with the evolving market. Together, we are helping businesses prepare for an electric future.”

Expected to commence later this year, the first installations will emphasize adaptable and user-friendly systems, creating a new standard for workplace charging in the UK. This partnership represents a strategic effort to support the nation’s shift towards sustainable transport, equipping businesses with essential tools for a low-carbon future.

About Horizon Energy Ventures

Horizon Energy Infrastructure empowers businesses to invest in sustainable energy solutions by offering specialist finance solutions and strategic partnerships. We provide flexible finance options for solar PV, EV charging, battery storage, heat, and microgrid technologies, aiding businesses in decarbonisation and cost savings. We are a portfolio company of Arcus Infrastructure Partners, a leading European mid-market infrastructure fund manager with €22bn in capital. Our sister company, Horizon Energy Infrastructure, is a key player in the UK smart meter rollout, with over 15 years of energy sector experience and partnerships with more than 70 energy companies. This breadth of experience and expertise gives us the balance of specialism and scale to support businesses to grow and rapidly evolve to deliver the UK’s net zero ambition by 2050.
horizonenergyventures.co.uk

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid. Having avoided around 8.9 million tons of CO2 in FY 2023, Landis+Gyr manages energy better – since 1896. With sales of USD 1.96 billion in FY 2023, Landis+Gyr employs around 6,900 talented people across five continents. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com

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SOURCE: Landis+Gyr GmbH

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