TotalEnergies and SSE launch ‘Source’ for EV charging in the UK and Ireland

TotalEnergies and SSE have announced a joint venture to create a new entity, ‘Source,’ aimed at developing a robust electric vehicle (EV) charging network across the UK and Ireland.

SSE, formerly known as Scottish and Southern Energy, is one of the largest energy companies in the United Kingdom.

Source will establish up to 3,000 high-power charge points within the next five years, positioned in 300 EV hubs. These hubs will be strategically located in urban areas to meet the growing demand for fast and reliable EV charging solutions. The initiative aims to capture a 20% market share, providing essential infrastructure to support the increasing number of EVs, driven by the UK’s 2035 zero vehicle emissions mandate and Ireland’s target of one million electric vehicles by 2030.

The charge points will be powered by renewable energy supplied by SSE and TotalEnergies, reinforcing their commitment to sustainable energy solutions. This venture aligns with TotalEnergies’ broader strategy to expand its network of high-power charging sites across Europe, complementing its existing 64,000 charge points worldwide.

Neil Kirkby, managing director of Enterprise at SSE, highlighted the venture’s role in accelerating the decarbonisation of transport, complementing SSE’s extensive efforts in renewable energy and electricity network transformation. The partnership underscores a shared vision for a cleaner, more efficient transportation system.

This collaboration is set to provide numerous benefits, including enhanced consumer confidence in EV infrastructure, reduced carbon emissions, and support for the broader goals of energy transition and sustainability in the UK and Ireland.