Widespread electric vehicle use boosted by ...

Okay, okay. Boosted by what, exactly? 'I know, boss!' Shut up, Voice!

Oh. Boosted by this deal -

Aberdeen-based green tech start-up, Trojan Energy, has secured a £4.1 million round of seed funding to support the roll-out of its on-street flat and flush electric vehicle (EV) charging points. The new product aims to help solve the issue of charging for vehicle owners without access to off-street parking, which is currently a major barrier for electric vehicle uptake, particularly in urban areas.

Yes, it's a PR email, dear reader(s). And it's all fair enough, I suppose. These Trojan guys have done well. But what about our Elon? 'He's the one who's really boosting everything, boss!' Yes, I know, Voice. I know. Christ.

Anyway, let's hear from the voices ...

Ian Mackenzie, CEO, Trojan Energy says: "This is such an important milestone for Trojan Energy. Ever since we started this business, we have wanted to ensure that the benefits of the low carbon transition can be realized by everyone and not just those with a driveway. With this investment, our vision has moved a step closer. The rewards for our customers and our planet will be massive and prove the point that a big idea and great engineering can change the world."

That's great, Ian. But what about our Elon?

Fraser Lusty, Director, Equity Gap says: "We are pleased to back Trojan Energy and its strong Scottish team who have brought their expertise from the Oil & Gas sector to partner with industry, energy suppliers and councils to help accelerate the adoption of EV usage in dense urban areas where the technology is needed most. Their technology is pivotal to the greater adoption of EV's, the future decarbonizing of our transport infrastructure and central to the UK government's target for net-zero emissions."

Nice one, Fraser! But what about our Elon?

Rob Halliday, Fund Manager, SIS Ventures says: "SIS Ventures believes that in the wake of The Thing there is an opportunity for Scotland to re-build an impact economy. As Scotland's leading impact investor we are delighted to be playing our part in supporting this innovative mission-led business in its ambition to deliver growth and impact at scale. Trojan Energy is the step change urban EV charging desperately needs."

Oh. What about Elon? 'No one has got anything to say about Elon, boss.' Shut up, idiot! There are more voices to come, and they're not idiots.

John Duncan, Alba Equity says: "We are delighted to bring together local investors to support the team at Trojan Energy. Our members were attracted by the strength of the team and the innovative nature of their technology and we believe that the business has the potential to play a significant role in increasing EV usage, which will benefit all through lower emissions."

Yeah. What about Elon?

Kerry Sharp, Director, Scottish Investment Bank, says: "It's been suggested that over half of European car owners will be driving electric vehicles by the end of the decade, so developing an innovative, non-invasive and cost-effective solution to the problem posed by on-street charging is essential. By drawing on years of engineering and commercial experience, we believe the Trojan Energy team can achieve that."

Oh, over half? Really? Who will be responsible for that? 'Boss!' What? 'Let Kerry continue.' Jesus H. - !!!

"This is the latest example of a forward-looking Scottish company bringing its expertise to bear on one of the defining issues of our time. With our support, and that of our fellow investors, we believe Trojan Energy can help position Scotland at the forefront of the global transition to a low-carbon economy."

No mention of Elon! No mention of the greatest visionary genius of our time! 'Er ... one of the two greatest visionary geniuses of our time, Mikey.  Come on, don't be so modest.'

Ha!

ENDS

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Anything else? Music? My music? I'm continuing with my best plan ... which is to get ten songs to match that list of thirteen Beatles songs.

These ones, man, plus two more -

This World Don't Mean a Thing
Nothing
Malibu
Stella
What's This Life We Live?
And Rain Came Down
Good Times
We'll Show Them Heaven [I need to finish the lyric.]

You dig?

Anything less and big-time success won't be guaranteed at my age.

Laters.