Lafarge Canada Launches First Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Steps to Eliminate 188 Tons of Light-Duty Fleet CO2 Emissions

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Lafarge Canada, a member of Holcim Group, has opened its first four Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at its Kent Ave Ready Mix Concrete Plant in Vancouver, British Columbia. This project, initiated in March 2022, received funding of $50,000 from Lafarge Canada and an additional $20,000 from the CleanBC Go Electric Vehicle charger rebate program. The stations are part of a plan to install 100 charging stations across Western Canada as Lafarge transitions its light-duty vehicle fleet to electric vehicles by 2025, aiming to eliminate 188 tons of CO2 emissions over five years.

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• Opening of first four Electric Vehicle Charging Stations supports sustainability initiatives.
• Potential to eliminate 188 tons of CO2 emissions over the next five years.
• Part of a larger plan to install 100 charging stations across Western Canada by 2025.

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CALGARY, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Lafarge Canada, a member of Holcim Group, today announced the opening of the company’s first four Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Canada at its Kent Ave Ready Mix Concrete Plant in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Lafarge Canada first four of 100 planned Electric Vehicle Charging Stations located in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Business Wire)

The project was initiated in March of 2022 by Lafarge’s Vancouver team with support from Lafarge Canada for secured funding of $50 thousand and an additional $20 thousand from the CleanBC Go Electric Vehicle (EV) charger rebate program administered by BC Hydro.

The Kent Ave stations are the first of 100 charging stations planned for installation at 30 sites across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba to create the infrastructure to support Lafarge Western Canada’s transition of its *light-duty vehicle fleet to electric vehicles by 2025. The fleet initiative creates the potential to eliminate 188 tons of CO2 (carbon dioxide) emissions over the next five years.

The Kent Ave stations are accessible to all employees who drive electric vehicles or would like to transition their personal vehicle to electric or hybrid models.

The migration to electric vehicles is in line with Holcim’s (US and Canada) overarching goal to reduce indirect carbon emissions from sources like transportation (Scope 3 emissions). By investing in emerging technology, Lafarge Canada is progressing towards generating benefits for people and the planet.

“We are thrilled that Western Canada has opened the first electric vehicle charging stations to kick-start this exciting effort planned across our Canada operations to advance our goal of net-zero as part of our environmental commitments." -Brad Kohl, CEO, Lafarge, Western Canada

*Lafarge Western Canada’s transition of its light-duty fleet to hybrid and electrical vehicles by 2025 will include the full-time sales and logistics operations in British Columbia, Northern Alberta and Southern Alberta.

About Lafarge Canada Inc.
Lafarge is Canada’s largest provider of sustainable construction materials and a member of the global group, Holcim. With 6,000 employees and 350 sites across Canada, our mission is to provide construction solutions and products that build progress for people and the planet. The cities where Canadians live, work, and raise their families along with communities’ infrastructure benefit from the sustainable portfolio provided by Lafarge, consisting of Aggregates, Asphalt and Paving, Cement, Precast Concrete, Ready-Mix Concrete, and Road Construction.

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Christa Broadfoot - christa.broadfoot@lafarge.com

Source: Lafarge Canada

FAQ

What recent initiative did Lafarge Canada announce regarding electric vehicles?

Lafarge Canada announced the opening of its first four Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Vancouver.

How much funding did Lafarge Canada receive for its EV charging stations?

Lafarge Canada received $50,000 in funding and an additional $20,000 from the CleanBC Go Electric Vehicle charger rebate program.

What is the target for Lafarge Canada's electric vehicle fleet transition?

Lafarge Canada aims to transition its light-duty vehicle fleet to electric vehicles by 2025.

How many total EV charging stations are planned by Lafarge Canada?

Lafarge Canada plans to install 100 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations across Western Canada.

What is the expected reduction in CO2 emissions from Lafarge Canada's initiative?

The initiative is expected to eliminate 188 tons of CO2 emissions over the next five years.