Weev Delivers Innovative New EV Charging Hub in Roscommon

Weev is proud to announce the launch of a new electric vehicle charging hub at Áras an Chontae in Roscommon, officially opened by Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Seán Canney TD.

Developed in partnership with Roscommon County Council and supported through funding from Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland (ZEVI) and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), the hub showcases an innovative approach to delivering accessible, reliable and future-ready EV charging infrastructure.

The €200,000 pilot project demonstrates a unique "behind-the-meter" charging model, using the existing electrical infrastructure of the Áras an Chontae building to power the hub. By reducing the need for major grid upgrades, the solution offers a more cost-effective and sustainable approach to expanding public charging networks.

Designed to meet the needs of a wide range of EV drivers, the hub combines both AC and DC charging technologies in a single location, supporting destination, neighbourhood, workplace and en-route charging. As part of the pilot programme, local residents without access to a driveway or off-street parking can also benefit from reduced overnight AC charging rates.

Accessibility has been a key priority throughout the project. The charging hub has been developed in line with ZEVI's Universal Design Guidelines, helping to ensure a positive charging experience for all users.

As Charge Point Operator for the site, Weev successfully delivered the project providing a high-quality charging solution with minimal disruption throughout the installation phase and will operate the chargers on behalf of Roscommon County Council via a multi year agreement. 

This project forms part of a wider programme of innovative EV charging pilots being supported by ZEVI and TII, helping to identify scalable solutions that can be replicated in communities across Ireland. The learnings from Roscommon will contribute to the continued expansion of the country's public charging network and support Ireland's transition to cleaner, more sustainable transport.

Speaking at the launch, Minister of State Seán Canney TD highlighted the importance of investing in charging infrastructure to support EV adoption across both urban and rural communities.

At Weev, we're committed to making EV charging simple, reliable and accessible for everyone. The Roscommon charging hub represents another important milestone in building the infrastructure needed to support Ireland's growing community of electric vehicle drivers.

As demand for electric vehicles continues to increase, innovative projects like this will play a crucial role in ensuring drivers have access to convenient charging wherever they live, work and travel.