As more people across the UK switch to electric vehicles, the demand for reliable and sustainable solar powered EV charging continues to grow. While electric cars produce no exhaust emissions when driving, the electricity used to charge them is another important consideration.
At Tap Zap Go, we believe that electric vehicle charging should go hand in hand with renewable energy. That’s why we have invested in solar panels installed on buildings we own across the country, generating green electricity to support our EV charging network.
With charging locations in Strood, Medway, Castleford, West Yorkshire, and beside Membury Services in Berkshire, we’re helping make electric vehicle charging more accessible while supporting a cleaner energy future.
How Tap Zap Go Uses Solar Energy
Solar power plays an important role in how we operate at Tap Zap Go. Across the UK, we have solar panels installed on buildings within our business
H. E. Group‘s portfolio, allowing us to generate renewable electricity using energy from the sun.
These installations convert sunlight into electricity, providing a renewable source of power that supports our wider EV charging operations.
Rather than relying on solar panels at each individual charging location, our approach is to generate solar energy across multiple buildings we own. This means we’re making better use of existing rooftop space while investing in renewable energy generation on a wider scale.
It’s an approach that brings together two important areas of sustainability: renewable electricity and electric transport.
As our charging network develops, solar energy will remain an important part of our commitment to providing a greener way for drivers to recharge their vehicles.
Why Solar Powered EV Charging Matters
Electric vehicles are becoming a familiar sight on British roads, and with that comes a greater need for public charging infrastructure.
However, making the switch to an electric car is only one part of the move towards more sustainable transport. The source of the electricity used to charge these vehicles also plays a role in their overall environmental impact.
Solar panels generate electricity without producing direct carbon emissions during operation. By investing in solar energy, businesses can help reduce their reliance on electricity generated from fossil fuels and contribute towards a lower-carbon energy system.
At Tap Zap Go, our solar installations allow us to generate renewable electricity from buildings we already own. This supports our approach to EV charging and reflects our wider commitment to making better use of renewable resources.
For drivers, it means choosing a charging network that is actively investing in solar energy as part of its operations.
Our Solar Powered EV Charging Locations
Tap Zap Go currently has three EV charging locations across England. Each location has been chosen to offer convenient charging for drivers, whether they’re travelling locally, visiting nearby businesses or making longer journeys.
Our solar energy is generated through panels installed on buildings we own across the UK, supporting the electricity needs of our charging network.
EV Charging in Strood, Medway
Our Strood EV charging location can be found at the Whitewall Centre, just off the Medway City Estate in Kent.
Situated close to local businesses and key routes through Medway, the location provides a convenient charging option for people working in the area, visiting nearby premises or travelling through Strood and Rochester.
You’ll find Tap Zap Go at Whitewall Centre, Whitewall Road, Medway City Estate, Strood, Kent, ME2 4DZ.
For drivers using what3words, the location is
///crop.cones.haven.
Our Strood site is part of our wider approach to providing accessible EV charging supported by solar energy generated from our buildings across the country.
EV Charging in Castleford, West Yorkshire
Our Castleford EV charging location is situated on Willowbridge Lane, close to Diggerland Yorkshire.
The site provides a useful charging option for local EV drivers, visitors to the area and families heading to nearby attractions.
As more people choose electric vehicles for everyday journeys and family trips, convenient public charging locations are becoming increasingly important.
Our Castleford charging location is another part of the Tap Zap Go network, supported by our investment in solar energy generation across the UK.
You can find us at
Willowbridge Lane, Castleford, WF10 5NW.
The what3words location is
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EV Charging Beside Membury Services, Berkshire
For drivers travelling longer distances, having somewhere convenient to recharge can make all the difference.
Our third EV charging location is situated beside westbound Membury Services, near Lambourn Woodlands in Berkshire. Its position close to the M4 makes it a useful stopping point for electric vehicle drivers travelling west.
Whether you’re heading away for a weekend, travelling for work or making a longer journey across the country, planning a charging stop can help make the journey more straightforward.
At Tap Zap Go, we’re combining practical charging locations with our investment in renewable electricity generation, helping support the growing number of electric vehicles on UK roads.
Our Membury location can be found beside Westbound Membury Services, Lambourn Woodlands, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 7TJ.
The what3words location is
///mallets.butchers.umbrella.
Making Better Use of Our Buildings With Solar Panels
One of the things that makes our approach to renewable energy different is how we use the buildings we own.
Across the country, we have invested in solar panels installed on our properties, allowing us to turn existing rooftop space into a source of renewable electricity.
Commercial buildings can provide excellent opportunities for solar energy generation, particularly where large roof areas are available. Rather than leaving that space unused, solar installations allow us to put it to work generating electricity.
This is particularly important as demand for electricity continues to increase, partly driven by the growing popularity of electric vehicles.
By generating solar energy across our property portfolio, we’re investing in renewable electricity while supporting the development of our EV charging network.
It’s a long-term approach that connects our existing buildings with our commitment to cleaner transport.
Can You Charge an Electric Car Using Solar Energy in the UK?
Solar energy can be used to support electric vehicle charging in the UK, even with our famously unpredictable weather.
Solar panels generate electricity from daylight rather than heat, which means they can still produce power on cloudy days. However, the amount of electricity generated will vary depending on the weather, season and available sunlight.
During the summer months, longer daylight hours generally allow solar panels to generate more electricity. In winter, shorter days and lower levels of sunlight usually mean less generation.
For public EV charging networks, solar energy can work alongside the electricity grid to provide a reliable charging service.
At Tap Zap Go, we generate solar electricity through panels installed on buildings we own across the UK. This renewable generation supports our wider charging operations, rather than requiring solar panels to be installed directly beside every charger.
It allows us to invest in green energy while continuing to provide practical EV charging locations for drivers throughout the year.
The Future of Renewable Energy and EV Charging
Electric vehicles and renewable energy are two important parts of the UK’s transition towards a lower-carbon future.
As electric car ownership continues to grow, the demand for convenient charging will increase. At the same time, generating more electricity from renewable sources will become increasingly important.
Solar panels offer a practical way for businesses and property owners to contribute to this transition, particularly when they can make use of existing rooftops.
At Tap Zap Go, we’re already taking that approach by generating solar energy from buildings we own across the country and using that investment to support our EV charging network.
Our locations in Strood, Castleford and beside Membury Services are part of that wider commitment.
We want EV drivers to have access to convenient charging while knowing that the network they are using is investing in renewable energy.
Charge Your Electric Vehicle With Tap Zap Go
Choosing an electric vehicle is one way to move towards cleaner transport, but the way that electricity is generated matters too.
At Tap Zap Go, we’re bringing renewable energy and EV charging together through our investment in solar panels across buildings we own throughout the UK.
With charging locations in Strood, Medway, Castleford, West Yorkshire, and beside Membury Services in Berkshire, we’re helping drivers keep moving while supporting a greener approach to electric vehicle charging.
Whether you’re making a local journey or travelling further afield, Tap Zap Go offers convenient charging locations backed by our commitment to solar energy.
Explore our EV charging locations and plan your next journey with Tap Zap Go.
All information known to be correct at the time of publishing on 21st October 2026.
Our Strood EV charging location can be found at the Whitewall Centre, just off the Medway City Estate in Kent.
Situated close to local businesses and key routes through Medway, the location provides a convenient charging option for people working in the area, visiting nearby premises or travelling through Strood and Rochester.
You’ll find Tap Zap Go at Whitewall Centre, Whitewall Road, Medway City Estate, Strood, Kent, ME2 4DZ.
For drivers using what3words, the location is ///crop.cones.haven.
Our Strood site is part of our wider approach to providing accessible EV charging supported by solar energy generated from our buildings across the country.
