EV Infrastructure & Energy Summit 2025 Powering the UK’s Charging Future
The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution is gathering speed, and nowhere is this momentum more visible than at the upcoming EV Infrastructure & Energy Summit, taking place at the Hilton London Metropole on 1–2 October 2025.
Bringing together chargepoint operators, fleet leaders, local authorities, energy providers, investors and automotive innovators, the Summit promises to be a landmark event in shaping the nation’s charging future. With tickets complimentary for Local Government representatives, Fleet Operators and Destination Charging Hosts, the gathering aims to spark frank discussion and practical solutions.
According to the Department for Transport’s latest data (July 2025), the UK now has more than 82,000 public chargepoints. Over 17,000 were installed in the past year alone, marking a 27% year-on-year increase. What’s more, ultra-rapid units now account for 20% of the network, helping to close the gap between consumer expectations and infrastructure delivery. Despite persistent regional disparities, the momentum is undeniable as the UK heads towards its ambitious 2030 target of 300,000 public chargepoints.
Beyond hardware
Scaling infrastructure is no longer just about installing more chargers. The conversation has shifted towards financing mechanisms, grid integration, user experience and equitable access.
Leaders across government, utilities, finance and fleet management will use the Summit to tackle these thorny issues, exploring how public and private sectors can work together to deliver resilient, future-proof infrastructure.
The agenda highlights reflect the complexity of the challenge:
- Electrifying the Future: UK’s EV Market Momentum and the Road Ahead – Lessons from successful rollouts and strategies for overcoming grid and planning bottlenecks.
- Unlocking EV Infrastructure at Scale – Perspectives on grid connections and how the sector is collaborating to meet surging demand.
- After the LEVI Runs Dry – The future of private finance in infrastructure, exploring sustainable business models for long-term growth.
- eFREIGHT 2030 – Preparing UK logistics for zero-emission HGV adoption, a crucial step for decarbonising freight.
- Safe and Inclusive EV Charging – Designing accessible, human-centred, and secure infrastructure.
- Demand Side Response and Vehicle-to-Grid – Positioning EVs as flexible grid resources.
- Women in EV Roundtables – Addressing representation, leadership and the consumer experience.
Senior voices from National Grid, UK Power Networks, OZEV, Zapmap, Innovate UK, The AA and leading fleet operators are set to share insights, making this one of the most comprehensive platforms for industry exchange in 2025.
Spotlight on innovation
Running alongside the Summit, the Electric Vehicle Innovation and Excellence Awards (EVIEs) will take centre stage on the evening of 2 October. Known for recognising outstanding projects, initiatives and organisations across the EV landscape, the EVIEs shine a light on the pioneers shaping the UK’s transition to electric mobility.
Hosted by comedian, author and actor Laura Lexx – a familiar face from Live At The Apollo and Mock The Week – the ceremony will combine sharp wit with celebration. Lexx, who has earned multiple Edinburgh Fringe accolades, is renowned for her uplifting style and will bring a unique energy to the evening.
The Awards span 29 categories, including:
- Best Consumer Proposition (Utility/Energy)
- Most User-Friendly Charging Experience (Hardware and Software)
- Best Local Authority EV Strategy
- EV Scale-Up of the Year
- DiversitEV & Inclusion
- Lifetime Achievement Award
A distinguished judging panel brings expertise from across the industry, with senior representatives from AECOM, AFRY, Cenex, ChargeSafe, Coventry City Council, CRU, Drax, Energy Saving Trust, EVA England, EVA Scotland, EY, KPMG, National Grid, Scottish Futures Trust, The Climate Group, and more.
Building anticipation
Ahead of the Awards, an exclusive webinar on 9 September 2025 will reveal the shortlist. Hosted by Jo Wilkinson, Head of Event Content at Solar Media, alongside Molly Green, Senior Reporter at Current± and EV Infrastructure News, the session will provide attendees with the first look at this year’s finalists.
This prelude to the main event is expected to generate buzz across the industry, highlighting the breadth of innovation at play and building momentum towards the London ceremony.
Celebrating achievements and addressing challenges ahead
The EV Infrastructure & Energy Summit 2025 lands at a pivotal time for the UK. With adoption rates accelerating and infrastructure rollouts scaling at record pace, the question is no longer whether EVs will dominate, but how quickly the industry can overcome barriers to equitable access, financing and grid integration.
The Summit and Awards create a unique space to celebrate achievements while addressing the challenges ahead. For policymakers, it’s an opportunity to align regulatory frameworks with industry needs. For investors, it’s a chance to evaluate sustainable business models. For fleets and local authorities, it’s a platform to share best practices and drive collaborative solutions.
A step towards a smarter, greener future
As the UK edges closer to its 2030 target, events like the EV Infrastructure & Energy Summit serve as milestones, charting the progress of a sector in rapid transformation. They provide the tools, insights and connections needed to ensure that the EV transition is not just ambitious, but achievable.
For those shaping the future of transport, the message is clear: the road to electrification is well underway, and collaboration remains the key to success.
Event details:
- Dates: 1–2 October 2025
- Venue: Hilton London Metropole, London
- Tickets: Complimentary for Local Government, Fleet Operators and Destination Charging Hosts
- Website: evinfrastructureenergy.solarenergyevents.com
