International ranking of energy storage charging piles

What is a public fast charger?

Like slow chargers, public fast chargers also provide charging solutions to consumers who do not have reliable access to private charging, thereby encouraging EV adoption across wider swaths of the population. The number of fast chargers increased by 330 000 globally in 2022, though again the majority (almost 90%) of the growth came from China.

How many fast chargers are there in China?

China accounts for total of 760 000 fast chargers, but more than 70% of the total public fast charging pile stock is situated in just ten provinces. In Europe the overall fast charger stock numbered over 70 000 by the end of 2022, an increase of around 55% compared to 2021.

How many EVs are there per public charging point?

However, in some markets characterised by widespread availability of home charging (due to a high share of single-family homes with the opportunity to install a charger) the number of EVs per public charging point can be even higher. For example, in the United States, the ratio of EVs per charger is 24, and in Norway is more than 30.

Can public charging infrastructure help EV adoption in dense urban areas?

In dense urban areas, in particular, where access to home charging is more limited, public charging infrastructure is a key enabler for EV adoption.

How many fast chargers are there in Europe?

In Europe the overall fast charger stock numbered over 70 000 by the end of 2022, an increase of around 55% compared to 2021. The countries with the largest fast charger stock are Germany (over 12 000), France (9 700) and Norway (9 000).

Will China develop a charging standard for heavy-duty electric vehicles?

In China, co-developers China Electricity Council and CHAdeMO’s “ultra ChaoJi” are developing a charging standard for heavy-duty electric vehicles for up to several megawatts.