Councils are discovering that the first wave of electrification of passenger vehicles, including pool cars, is relatively straightforward because the energy demand is modest, and overnight charging windows are generous. The real infrastructure challenge begins once councils transition operational fleet assets such as utilities, vans, small trucks and eventually plant Read more
Briefing Note Purpose The purpose of this briefing note is to inform Council executives of the emerging financial, operational and reputational risks associated with continued procurement of internal combustion engine (ICE) fleet assets in the context of declared emissions targets (particularly 2030), and to outline recommended strategic responses. Councils Leading Read more
While some progress is being made towards the 2050 net-zero emissions targets locally and internationally, it appears that emissions from the transportation sector have either stalled or are continuing to grow – largely driven by recovery in aviation and road travel. The Climate Change Authority confirms that rebound in transport Read more
In a year where new vehicles sales top one million, 4WD utilities account for around 20% of total sales. Popularity of utilities extends to councils that buy 4WD in big numbers for: Many of these 4WD utilities are underutilised, uneconomic assets adding little value to council service delivery. Utilities generally Read more
Coalition Review Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has established a working group of Liberals and Nationals, led by shadow energy and emissions reduction spokesman Dan Tehan, to develop a policy to take to the next election. The federal National Party has appointed outspoken critic of Australia’s net-zero emissions target, Matt Canavan, Read more
Introduction The transition to net-zero fleet is not for fleet management to solve. There is too much that needs to be done across the organisation for the transition to net-zero fleet to be the sole responsibility of fleet management. Effective development and implementation of the net-zero fleet transition program requires Read more
Charging Infrastructure As the take-up of electric vehicles broadens across our communities, councils will receive ongoing requests and applications for the provision of public charging infrastructure. To prepare for these requests and applications, councils should consider and develop a comprehensive charging infrastructure strategy. While the strategy should cater for the Read more
Understanding Actual Travel Needs In Australia, the average daily distance travelled by private vehicles is approximately 40 kms per day, well within the range of every BEV on the market today. Many BEVs now offer real-world ranges of 300–500 kms. For most households, daily charging will be unnecessary. A full Read more
Ravim RBC is planning an EV event where participants will have the opportunity to discover what’s next with: Event Design Our focus is on operational vehicles used to deliver day-to-day services. The event is being designed to: Professional Development The Expo will include a professional development program, which will promote Read more
Electric Vehicle Event Victorian councils are at varying stages of their transition of fleet to net zero. Ravim is currently developing the scope for an electric vehicle event to meet councils’ needs and challenges. We are planning an EV event where participants will have the opportunity to discover what’s next Read more