The Ultimate Off-road, Utility E-Cargo for Hertfordshire

Описание: London Colney Parish Council is proving that real climate action can be local, visible, and powered by pedals.

With the introduction of an Estarli e-cargo bike into its operations, the council has reimagined how it delivers public services—from planting trees to cleaning up litter and engaging with schoolchildren on clean air. The result? A greener, more efficient, and more connected community.

In this #myestarlistory we see how Councillor Matt Fisher's e-cargo bike - designed and built in Hertfordshire by Berkhamsted-based manufacturer Estarli and funded through the Greener Together initiative - has replaced the need for diesel vans in many day-to-day tasks. Whether it’s transporting tools for conservation work or collecting recycling from local hubs, the bike has allowed council staff to carry out their roles more swiftly, sustainably, and visibly.

“The thing that’s overwhelming is how easy stuff is to do, and how quick it is... doing this stuff in a van is just ridiculous,” said Environment Officer Matt Fisher, mid-task while riding the e-cargo with crates of recycling and litter-picking equipment strapped to the back.

From that simple observation, it’s clear: the e-cargo bike isn’t just greener—it’s smarter.

0:00 Intro
1:08 Becoming carbon literate and 'going local'
1:50 Ease of local tasks on the e-cargo vs. a van or car
3:55 His message to other local authorities
4:05 Estarli e-cargo versatility
4:38 Local appetite for cycling & ambition to improve cycle lanes
5:07 E-cargo rewilding case study
5:55 A closer look at the London Colney Parish Council e-cargo setup & accessories
7:55 Clean Air Day & anti-idling campaign initiative
8:10 Day to day use off-road