Energy Transformation of Road Transport Infrastructure—Concept and Assessment of the Electric Vehicle Recharging Systems

Norbert Chamier-Gliszczynski (), Joanna Alicja Dyczkowska, Wojciech Musiał, Aleksandra Panek and Piotr Kotylak
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Norbert Chamier-Gliszczynski: Faculty of Economics Sciences, Koszalin University of Technology, 75-453 Koszalin, Poland
Joanna Alicja Dyczkowska: Faculty of Economics Sciences, Koszalin University of Technology, 75-453 Koszalin, Poland
Wojciech Musiał: Institute of Management, University of Szczecin, 71-101 Szczecin, Poland
Aleksandra Panek: Faculty of Transport, Warsaw University of Technology, 00-661 Warsaw, Poland
Piotr Kotylak: Faculty of Transport, Warsaw University of Technology, 00-661 Warsaw, Poland

Energies, 2025, vol. 18, issue 16, 1-34

Abstract: The energy transformation of transport infrastructure represents a significant challenge, being implemented along the TEN-T network under the introduced AFIR regulation (Regulation for the Deployment of Alternative Fuels Infrastructure). The goal of this transformation is the development of alternative fuels infrastructure deployed along the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T), dedicated to light-duty electric vehicles (eLDVs) and heavy-duty electric vehicles (eHDVs). The measures undertaken must be preceded by an analytical process assessing the assumptions outlined in the AFIR regulation, defining targeted actions for achieving the regulation’s objectives, and evaluating the baseline status as well as projected conditions for the years 2025, 2027, 2030, and 2035. This assessment is essential during the planning and management stages of the energy transformation process of transport infrastructure being undertaken by individual EU Member States. Meeting the targets set by AFIR for transport infrastructure necessitates the development of appropriate research tools. The approach proposed in this article offers an innovative framework for addressing the challenges of energy transformation. The initial step involves designing a model for the energy transformation of transport infrastructure, followed by the definition of indicators to assess the implementation of AFIR objectives. This paper presents a model for the energy transformation of road transport infrastructure, defines the individual elements of the model, specifies indicators for evaluating the transformation process, and conducts a research study incorporating these components. This article aims to elucidate the core aspects of the energy transformation of transport infrastructure, identify actions aligned with achieving the objectives of the AFIR regulation, and perform an evaluation of its implementation. Additionally, the research addresses the question of how the energy transformation of road transport infrastructure is unfolding in Poland. The study is based on the structure of electric vehicles (EVs) and transport infrastructure along the TEN-T network in the territory of Poland. The current level of AFIR compliance for eLDVs for the years 2025, 2027, 2030, and 2035 is approximately 175%, 96%, 37%, and 13%, respectively. In contrast, for eHDVs, the compliance level is around 20%, 0%, and 0% for the TEN-T core network, and approximately 10%, 3%, and 0% for the TEN-T comprehensive network.

Keywords: energy transformation; transport infrastructure; AFIR (alternative fuel infrastructure regulation); electric vehicles; light-duty electric vehicles; heavy-duty electric vehicles; Trans-European transport network (TEN-T); assessment (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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