- Official launch of mobile electric vehicle (EV) maintenance hub celebrated today in Karratha
- Facility marks significant step towards reducing emissions and promoting sustainable energy solutions in the region
- Red Dog Renewables project supported by $250,000 Regional Economic Development grant
Regional Development Minister Don Punch has today celebrated the official opening of an innovative all-electric vehicle (EV) maintenance hub in Karratha.
The project by Red Dog Renewables (RDR) aims to reduce the Pilbara's carbon footprint by connecting local businesses and visitors with EV servicing and charging solutions.
The mobile service hub was supported by the Cook Government with a $250,000 Regional Economic Development (RED) Grant 2023.
The part Aboriginal-owned business is currently supplying renewably charged rental electric vehicles to the Pilbara region, with a fleet of 14 EVs, including Australia's first mine-spec EVs, and three fixed solar charging stations.
The RED grant has enabled RDR to extend its services across the Pilbara, including areas such as Tom Price and Port Hedland, ensuring that clients' vehicles can be serviced locally.
This initiative not only creates jobs but also presents new skills and knowledge to the local workforce, fostering the growth of a green energy economy in the region.
The mobile solar charging station is operating in Gap Ridge Karratha, while planning for a permanent facility is scheduled for completion in 2025.
Comments attributed to Regional Development Minister Don Punch:
"Red Dog Renewables is a testament to the innovative nature driving the Pilbara towards a greener future.
"The establishment of this EV maintenance hub is a critical step in reducing our carbon emissions and supporting sustainable energy initiatives.
"The RED Grant has been instrumental in enabling this business to expand its services and provide local solutions, which are vital for the continued growth of the green energy sector in the Pilbara.
"We are proud to support businesses like Red Dog Renewables that are not only creating jobs but also paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future."
Comments attributed to Pilbara MLA Kevin Michel:
"The success of Red Dog Renewables highlights the importance of supporting local businesses that are at the forefront of technological and environmental advancements.
"This initiative is not just about reducing emissions - it's about creating a sustainable and prosperous future for the Pilbara. The new EV maintenance hub will be a game changer for the region.
"By providing local servicing and charging solutions, RDR is helping to lower the barriers to EV ownership in the Pilbara, promoting a greener and more sustainable community."
