NSW Health has upgraded its electric vehicle (EV) charging capabilities across two major healthcare facilities as part of the New South Wales government’s ambitious mandate for a 100 per cent electric passenger fleet by 2030.
The project, delivered by Aeron Group in partnership with Schneider Electric, aligns with the state’s Net Zero Government Operations policy, which requires all new NSW government passenger vehicles to be electric by June 30, 2030, with 50 per cent adoption by June 30, 2026.
By modernising its infrastructure now, NSW Health aims to drastically reduce transport-related emissions generated by staff, patients, and visitors.
Executing electrical upgrades within 24-hour hospital environments presented a unique challenge. To ensure zero disruption to clinical services, Aeron Group, a Schneider Electric Master eMobility EcoXpert, utilised a staged delivery approach. The rollout included the installation of 36 Schneider Electric Pro AC chargers and two Pro DC chargers.
A primary obstacle was the sites’ ageing digital systems, which initially threatened the need for expensive grid upgrades to handle the increased power demand.
To bypass these costs, the team deployed the EcoStruxure EV Charging Expert. This system uses Dynamic Load Management to balance power demand across all chargers in real-time, preventing grid overload and ensuring a stable power supply without the need for major civil works.
Ben Espinoza, Managing Director at Aeron Group, said maintaining operational continuity was critical in upgrading the fleet.
“These facilities operate around the clock, so our priority was delivering reliable EV charging infrastructure without disrupting staff or patient services,” Espinoza said.
Tim Pratt, Vice President Power Products at Schneider Electric, added that the transition is as much a health imperative as it is a policy requirement.
“Reducing transport emissions across hospital fleets directly contributes to cleaner air and healthier communities,” Pratt said.
As the 2026 milestone approaches, this successful rollout provides a scalable blueprint for other public sector organisations looking to bridge the gap between ageing infrastructure and a zero-emission future.
