Draft National EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy 2026-2028

Darragh O'Brien, TD, Minister for Transport, has published for public consultation a draft National EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy 2026-2028, which is available below for download.

This Strategy outlines a planned and phased approach to delivering a comprehensive national charging network to 2030, with detailed actions focused on the period to 2028.

It reflects the requirements of the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation, national climate legislation and the need for a balanced, equitable and user‑centred rollout.

The Strategy also supports the ongoing development of guidance, standards and enabling legislation, including universal design principles, smart charging capabilities and the introduction of a private wire’s framework.

The Minister for Transport intends to publish a revised National EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy in late 2026.

The Department for Transport is now inviting everyone to have their say by completing the public survey accompanying the draft Guidelines.

The survey is available here.

The closing date for taking part in the public consultation is 5pm, Friday, 24 April 2026.

The Draft National EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy 2026-2028 is a commitment in the Programme for Government and sets out the national pathway for the continued delivery of Ireland’s EV charging infrastructure. It supports the Climate Action Plan target of 30% of the private car fleet being electric by 2030, ensuring that the provision of public charging infrastructure remains ahead of growing demand.

The Strategy outlines a planned, phased approach to delivering a comprehensive national EV charging network to 2030, with detailed actions focused on the period to 2028. It reflects the requirements of AFIR, national climate legislation and the need for an equitable, user centred rollout.

The Strategy also supports the ongoing development of guidance, standards and enabling legislation. While home charging remains the primary method of charging for most EV users, public charging demand will continue to grow. The Strategy prioritises the delivery of neighbourhood, destination and en-route public charging infrastructure. The delivery of this Strategy will be supported through sustained Government investment and strong collaboration with stakeholders. ZEVI will continue to coordinate and oversee implementation. A mid-term review in 2027 will assess progress and refine actions based on technological developments, infrastructure performance and user needs. This Strategy sets out a clear plan to deliver an accessible, future proofed charging network supporting citizens, businesses and communities to transition to electric mobility.

Respondents are advised that the Department is subject to the Freedom of Information Act 2014, and the European Communities (Access to Information on the Environment) Regulations 2007-2014, and Data Protection legislation.

Personal, confidential or commercially sensitive information should not be included in your response, and it will be presumed that all information contained therein is releasable under the Freedom of Information Act 2014.

Responses will be reviewed by ZEVI on completion of the consultation.

The key themes emerging from the public’s responses will be carefully considered in the final document. It is expected that the Strategy will be published on the Government’s website in late 2026.

Please note that while responses are anonymous, they, along with any submissions to the above email address, will be subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act and Data Protection legislation.

This is a public consultation and the Freedom of Information Act 2014 and the Access to Information on the Environment (AIE) legislation apply.

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