Citroën UK has partnered with Citizen Zoo to support their rewilding activities in the UK. Citizen Zoo will be using Citroën’s all-electric ë-Berlingo Van for their various rewilding projects, such as releasing Beavers in west London and Large Marsh Grasshoppers in Norfolk, as well as restoring Kingston’s largest nature reserve. The van will also be used to transport equipment for monitoring Water Voles in southwest London. The partnership aims to help Citizen Zoo travel across the country with zero-tailpipe emissions.
Citizen Zoo is a Social Enterprise dedicated to restoring nature and rewilding in the UK. Their engagement programs bring people and communities together to create a world full of diverse and abundant nature.
Lucas Ruzo, Chief Executive Officer of Citizen Zoo, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating that Citroën has shown true leadership in their commitment to rewilding and the electric car transition. He emphasized that the ë-Berlingo Van will provide the mobility needed to deliver on their projects and restore nature with the help of communities.
The Citroën ë-Berlingo Van offers load volumes up to 4.4m3 and payloads up to 803kg. With a 50kWh battery and a 100kw (136hp) electric motor, it has a zero-emission range of up to 171 miles (WLTP). It also supports 100kW rapid charging, with a 0-80% charge achieved in just 30 minutes.
Greg Taylor, Managing Director of Citroën UK, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership and the opportunity to support Citizen Zoo’s work in restoring habitats, reintroducing species, and empowering communities. He is looking forward to seeing the ë-Berlingo Van in action, supporting Citizen Zoo’s incredible work across the country.