With speculation surrounding the upcoming Budget and what it may mean for electric vehicle users, Westhill-based ORKA Solutions has reported increased interest from North-east businesses seeking clarity around workplace EV charging.
The company says organisations are now prioritising long-term planning over short-term incentives.
Duncan Booth, Director at ORKA Solutions, said: “We’re advising companies to focus on long-term value rather than short-term policy changes. Workplace charging still delivers commercial, operational and sustainability benefits — and those who act early will stay ahead of future regulation.”
ORKA notes that workplace charging is rapidly becoming an expected facility for employees and visitors, with organisations recognising the cultural and commercial signal it sends about being future-ready.
There are also operational benefits. Even with fluctuations in energy tariffs, electric vehicles continue to offer lower running costs compared to petrol and diesel, particularly for businesses with fleets or high-mileage users. Having a charging infrastructure on-site ensures those savings are retained within the organisation.
Additionally, ORKA highlights that regulatory expectations around low-carbon infrastructure are unlikely to ease. Early adopters will avoid the challenges and costs of playing catch-up as policy continues to evolve.
ORKA provides advisory-led support for organisations across the North-east, helping them design and implement practical, future-proof workplace EV charging and Solar PV solutions. https://orka-solutions.co.uk/news-insights/workplace-ev-charging-why-it-remains-a-strategic-win-as-policy-evolves