Deployment of Charging Infrastructure in Australia

Zali Steggall MP questioned the rollout of charging infrastructure, prompting Matthew Ryan to provide an update on its current status. The discussion highlighted the need for comprehensive mapping to inform future planning. The government is working on a tool with states and territories to assess infrastructure requirements, which will be launched soon. Testimonies from Matthew Ryan and Kath Rowley offered insights into the rollout of charging infrastructure and its impact on transport emissions. Notably, transport emissions are projected to decrease from 2028. Matthew Ryan also updated the committee on the $500 million Driving the Nation Fund, with significant portions committed to various initiatives, including $40 million for backbone charging and $80 million for hydrogen highways. The driven program, a $60 million initiative, aims to add over a thousand new charging locations in the next 12 to 36 months. The committee hearing concluded with a request for additional statistical information and a copy of the transcript for review.