Saudi Energy Ministry completes legal framework for rollout of EV charging stations

Saudi Energy Ministry completes legal framework for rollout of EV charging stations

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy, in cooperation with other related government agencies and in integration with the private sector, haslaunched the regulations for the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations so as to ensure quality, efficiency and protection of users and facilities across the Kingdom, according to a report in Saudi Gazette.The infrastructure team for EV charging stations, led by theMinistry of Energy, announced that it has completed all the legislative, organizational and technical aspects to regulate the EV charging market in the Kingdom, by outlining the necessary regulations for the installation of charging stations and their equipment.For the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The ministry said that the new regulations would contribute to achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, as they will help the Kingdom to have a diversified and sustainable economy through enhancing productivity; raising private-sector involvement; and building new future-proof sectors, which will provide quality jobs for male and female citizens, in addition to enabling vehicle owners to charge cars easily with a guarantee of quality and efficiency.The team includes representatives of the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs; Ministry of Transport and Logistics; Ministry of Commerce; the