Electric vehicle charging hub plans submitted for Lomondgate

Greenwheel Electric, part of the Muirhall Energy Group, has applied to West Dunbartonshire Council to develop the site at Lomondgate.

The proposed hub would include 18 ultra-rapid EV charging bays, supplying low-cost charging powered by 100% renewable energy.

It would also feature office meeting spaces and a retail outlet.

The land is owned by the Strathleven Foundation, a charity supporting the Lomondgate area.

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Jason McCall, managing director at Greenwheel Electric, said: “Today marks a milestone in our journey to create a new EV charging and business hub at Lomondgate, which is the gateway to the north.

“It is important to us that we deliver a destination hub that works for the wider community and our end users, is powered by renewable sources and provides convenient access for private and business users.

“We are confident that our design achieves all of this and that the hub will be an asset for locals and tourists alike.”

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Greenwheel Electric is a new entrant in the EV charging sector, bringing experience from the renewable energy industry.

The planning application follows a period of engagement with local people and businesses.

Greenwheel Electric says the final design was shaped by feedback gathered over the summer.

Although the original plan was to submit the application in September, the company said the extra time was used to ensure the proposal reflected community input.

More information about the plans is available on Greenwheel Electric’s website.