Energy transition - EV charging infrastructure at multi-owner buildings
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
Reykjavík City and Reykjavík Energy have set up a fund intended to support multi-owner buildings in setting up charging infrastructure for electric cars. Reykjavík City and Reykjavík Energy annually contribute 20 million kr. each for three years to a fund to distribute grants to residential homeowners’ associations that set up charging equipment for electric cars. The aim is to support and accelerate energy transition.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the second half of 2022
Status: Completed
Status report on January 1, 2023
In 2022, support was given to 44 homeowner associations of multi-unit buildings. Since this project began, 3,250 dwellings have received charging stations on their plots.
Older status reports
| Timing | Progress description | |
| July 2022 | In 2022, grants have been given to 35 homeowners’ associations in multi-owner buildings with a total of 972 apartments for the installation of charging stations for electric cars. The estimated cost of these projects is about 92 million kr., and the grant is expected to be around 45 million kr. Tenders for installation and operation of charging stations by street parking have been delayed due to legal disputes that are still under consideration by the Supreme Court. Still, groundwork has been completed at 22 locations this year, and they are ready for tendering once the legal processes end. |
Related actions
| Action name | Status | Completion | Departments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hlemmur area | In progress | 2025 | Department of Environment & Planning |
| Walkable city - 15-minute neighborhood | In progress | 2030 | Department of Environment & Planning |
| Walkable city - green urban development | In progress | 2030 | Department of Environment & Planning |
| World-class bicycle city | In progress | 2025 | Department of Environment & Planning |
| CityLine and better public transportation | In progress | 2025 | Department of Environment & Planning |
| Charging equipment for electric cars at multi-family houses | Completed | 2022 | Department of Environment & Planning |
| Planning competition for the construction of housing and a transportation hub at Vatnsmýri |
In progress | 2023 | Department of Environment & Planning Office of the Mayor & Chief Executive Officer |
Environmental goals
- 1. Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions | Green Deal Carbon-neutral city by 2040 and adaptation to climate change in an eco-friendly manner.
- 2. Increased carbon sequestration and enhancement of green areas | Green Deal Increased cultivation, utilization, and connection between green spaces.
- 3. The City is adapted to the impacts of climate change | Green Deal Combating climate change and adapting to it.
- 4. Improved access to healthy outdoor recreational options and food | Green Deal Emphasis on public health objectives and increased urban living.
- 5. Sustainable transportation | Green Deal Investment in transport infrastructure based on green and diverse principles.