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Electric vehicles are not just changing how we drive. They are forcing councils, communities and entire industries to rethink how our cities actually work – and who gets access to renewable energy.
In this episode of Change Makers, Adam Evans talks to Alastair Woods, COO at char.gy about what it really takes to scale EV infrastructure across the UK, and why it is far more than a technology problem.
Char.gy provides and operates EV charge points, with a particular focus on the 40% of people in the UK who do not have access to a driveway. That means working with councils, navigating funding and minimising disruption for residents, all while making sure the charging experience itself is simple and fair.
During the conversation, Alastair and Adam discuss:
- The challenge and opportunity of EV at scale
How char.gy is working with local authorities to roll out on street charging at pace, without endlessly digging up roads and pavements, and why access and reliability matter as much as speed.
- What it feels like to lead in a fast-growing start up
Why senior leaders should expect an unbalanced start, throw themselves into their customers and teams, and be honest about what they do not know yet.
- The importance of purpose and legacy
How becoming a parent influenced Alastair’s decision to join a B Corp focused on decarbonisation, and why values and balance play a central part in his career choices.
- Practical advice for senior leaders joining a high growth business
From doing proper due diligence on the company and its people, to building a support network early and managing the impact on family life.