Astypalea is becoming a model island for e-mobility and energy efficiency

The e-astypalea program signals the transition of Greek islands to e-mobility.

On the island of Astypalea we are materializing a comprehensive plan that includes transportation with electric vehicles, deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, introduction of innovative services for vehicle-sharing and the use of Renewable Energy Sources for charging all electric vehicles on the island.

The Smart & Sustainable Island program includes:

  • - Donating electric vehicles to the municipality and public services so that they replace their conventional ones.
  • - Offering grants for replacing all types of vehicles (bicycles, scouters, cars, vans) with electric ones, and installing chargers for private use.
  • - Creating an ‘on demand’ service for urban transportation with vans, utilizing a mobile app or your phone.
  • - Introducing a ‘vehicle-sharing’ service with electric cars that any resident or visitor can use, for as long as they need (switching users), paying only an amount for the time used.
  • - Building and operating a hybrid power system for renewable energy generation, cutting down drastically the electricity produced by existing diesel generators.
  • - Upgrading and digitalizing the electrical grid of the island and building a network of publicly accessible chargers.
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Benefits by using electric vehicles :

Sustainability

An electric vehicle is better for the environment than a conventional one that runs on petrol or diesel, due to its more efficient operation and lower emissions during its lifetime.

Tax credits

Electric cars have in many cases a comparable total cost to diesel or petrol cars when comparing the entire life cycle of the car, thanks to lower operating and maintenance costs and lower taxation (especially company vehicles).

Increasing Autonomy

The latest generation of electric cars offers a realistic range of more than 250 km, reaching up to 500 km.

Availability

Nowadays, almost all car manufacturers offer electric vehicles and every year dozens of new models are added

Cost

Electric cars often have a comparable total cost to that of diesel cars (comparing the life cycle of each vehicle) due to their cheaper maintenance and the lower taxation.

How will you benefit (for permanent residents of Astypalea and businesses operating on the island)

Apply for a subsidy for purchasing or leasing an electric car, an electric motorcycle, three-wheeler or bicycle.

You can also receive a subsidy for installing a “smart” charging point at home (individuals) or workplace (businesses), or for scrapping your old vehicle

Beneficiaries:

Individuals

Big Families / People with disabilities

Taxi cab owners

Companies

The Steps:

  • - Register to the service
  • - Fill in your personal details
  • - Select the type of vehicle, the model, and its value
  • - Choose whether you would like a home charger (for individuals/private users) or a charger at your company’s parking lot
  • - Indicate whether you want to scrap your current vehicle
  • - Receive extra benefits if you have three or more children, or you are a person with disabilities
  • - Attach all supporting documentation
  • - Submit your application