On September 3, 2024, Federal Councillor Albert Rösti announced that Switzerland’s successful Electromobility Roadmap, first launched in 2018, will be extended to 2030. During the 13th platform event for the Electromobility Roadmap 2025, held in Bern, he outlined plans to broaden the scope of the roadmap to include not only passenger vehicles but also trucks, light commercial vehicles, and public transport buses. The goal is to leverage synergies in both vehicles and charging infrastructure, amplifying the roadmap's impact.
Electrification is central to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. Rösti praised the voluntary efforts of the roadmap’s participants, who since 2018 have played a critical role in advancing electromobility in Switzerland. He urged these stakeholders to continue intensifying their activities, and the roadmap extension to 2030 aims to provide a stable framework for further development.
Expanding Focus to Public Transport and Freight
In line with Switzerland's climate goals, the next phase of the Electromobility Roadmap will target public buses, trucks, and light vehicles, as these segments also need to contribute to emission reductions. Rösti invited representatives from the transport and logistics sectors to join the roadmap and collaborate with existing stakeholders. Roberto Cirillo, CEO of Swiss Post, highlighted how his organization is already leading by example, utilizing electric vehicles across various operations, from mail delivery to public transportation.
Collaborative Efforts and Infrastructure Needs
Representatives from industry and associations welcomed the roadmap’s extension and expansion, emphasizing that it will facilitate cooperation and create efficiencies across sectors. With vehicle technology and market offerings progressing, the challenges are shifting towards charging infrastructure. The inclusion of freight and public transport vehicles brings additional complexity, requiring specific charging solutions to ensure efficient and reliable operations.
Switzerland’s Federal Office of Energy (BFE) and Federal Roads Office (ASTRA) have been key drivers of the roadmap, contributing through initiatives such as the national charging infrastructure program and the development of a fast-charging network along national highways. Other federal offices, such as the Federal Office for the Environment (BAFU) and the Federal Office of Transport (BAV), are becoming increasingly involved, particularly in areas such as battery recycling and public transport. During the event, the heads of these federal offices reiterated their commitment to working with stakeholders from business, science, and civil society to further decarbonize Switzerland’s road transport sector.
Roadmap Goals for 2026-2030
The key objectives for the next phase of the Electromobility Roadmap (2026-2030) are expected to be finalized in the coming months. These goals will be developed in close collaboration with stakeholders, led by the Federal Office of Energy. The roadmap continues to promote voluntary measures, fostering collaboration between government bodies, industry, and civil society.
About the Electromobility Roadmap
Switzerland’s Electromobility Roadmap 2025 brings together 71 key stakeholders from business, public authorities, NGOs, and academia. The roadmap’s three main goals are to increase the share of electric vehicles to 50% of new registrations, expand the public charging network to 20,000 stations, and ensure user-friendly and grid-compatible charging by the end of 2025.
The roadmap serves as a platform for networking these stakeholders, with participants contributing through individual initiatives as well as joint efforts on key topics like expanding charging options in complex settings (e.g., multi-unit buildings and points of interest) and developing a circular economy for traction batteries.
For more information, visit www.roadmap-elektromobilitaet.ch.
