Why Telecoms Leaders Back EV Fleet Electrification
BT and Openreach have taken a decisive step towards sustainable fleet operations by partnering with myenergi, the UK-based manufacturer of eco-smart charging technology. The agreement forms part of both companies’ wider decarbonisation strategies, designed to transition their vast fleets towards full electrification.
By adopting myenergi’s advanced charging solutions, both companies are equipping their engineers with the infrastructure needed to charge vehicles at home reliably. The move reduces dependency on public charging points while strengthening operational efficiency across field services.
Delivering green energy innovation
myenergi has built a strong reputation for developing EV charging equipment and eco-smart home devices that simplify the adoption of renewable energy.
Its latest product, the zappi GLO charger, supports both 7kW and 22kW applications, allowing users to harness surplus solar power for vehicle charging or store energy for later use.
The integration of such technology into telecoms fleet operations directly supports sustainability targets while enabling more predictable, cost-efficient energy management.
Andrew Clint, CEO of myenergi, explained: “We’re delighted that BT and Openreach staff will soon be charging their plug-in vehicles with zappi chargers at home.
"Transitioning such an extensive fleet is no mean feat, but developing the necessary infrastructure to ensure drivers can charge up at home is a huge step forward.
“With zappi, staff will benefit from one of the world’s smartest EV chargers – simple, intuitive and specifically designed to streamline the home charging process.
"Thanks to the myenergi app, you can control zappi and the wider HEMS, with the touch of a button. Quick, simple and sustainable.
"It’s another important part of our mission to accelerate the UK’s transition to sustainable transport and our commitment to powering the future of fleet electrification.”*
Advancing telecoms fleet efficiency
For engineers, the ability to charge vans and company cars overnight eliminates the operational risks of locating available public charging stations.
It ensures that vehicles are ready at the start of the working day, enabling teams to dedicate more time to customer service and network maintenance.
The initiative is particularly relevant to Openreach, which operates the second-largest commercial fleet in the UK.
It has already reached a milestone of 5,000 EVs on the road, a visible sign of progress toward its net-zero operational goal of 2031 and supply chain target of 2041.
“We’re making strong progress on our journey to net zero, having invested in more than 5,000 electric vans and more than 2,500 home chargers already.”
Smart energy management for telecoms engineers
Supporting the partnership is OVO Energy, which will oversee installations nationwide. myenergi’s Home Energy Management System (HEMS) provides engineers with complete visibility of their energy consumption, enabling them to optimise charging schedules, select the most cost-effective tariffs and integrate additional eco-smart devices.
Drew Barrett, BT Senior Fleet Manager, added: “The myenergi zappi is smart, sophisticated and compatible with the leading time of use tariffs, with the ability to harness self-generated renewable energy.
"We’re confident that, thanks to this partnership, we will have the perfect home charging solution to make the transition to electrification absolutely seamless.”
Building sustainable telecoms supply chains
The collaboration between BT, Openreach and myenergi highlights the value of cross-sector partnerships in achieving sustainability targets.
By combining the scale of the telecommunications sector with green technology innovation, the partnership demonstrates how reliable supply chains can accelerate the UK’s net zero ambitions.
For the telecoms industry, it underlines the importance of operational resilience and sustainable infrastructure in maintaining nationwide connectivity while reducing environmental impact.
