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Voltera is playing a significant role in the transportation industry’s transition to sustainability with its recent expansion efforts. The company has acquired two new sites in California dedicated to zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging infrastructure.
This strategic expansion is essential as it meets the rising demand for effective charging solutions amid growing interest in electric vehicles among fleet operators. The Wilmington site, specifically, is designed to handle substantial commercial traffic, exhibiting the industry’s dedication to implementing cleaner logistics practices.
Voltera’s acquisition of two new ZEV infrastructure development sites in California brings their total portfolio to 22 locations strategically positioned across key transit hubs in five states, including Texas, Georgia, Arizona, and Florida.
The first newly acquired site, a prime 0.85-acre parcel at 1707 East Pacific Coast Highway in Wilmington, CA, is strategically located just four miles from the Port of Long Beach and five miles from the Port of Los Angeles.
This location will support the region’s significant drayage operations. The site can accommodate up to 30 electrified stalls and has already secured a power supply of up to five megawatts from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
Additionally, Voltera has received permission to operate trucks at its new Wilmington site, despite local regulations that restrict truck usage in the area. This exemption ensures that their operations can run smoothly without facing legal restrictions.
The second site spans 2.75 acres at 3755 Industrial Boulevard, West Sacramento, CA, and is positioned close to the I-5 and I-80 highways. It can hold up to 100 electrified charging stalls and has secured a power supply of one megawatt.
The Wilmington site has been awarded grants totaling $4.1 million to reduce truck emissions and improve air quality in Southern California. These grants come from the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s Carl Moyer Program ($2.3 million) and the Federal Highway Administration’s Reduction of Truck Emissions at Port Facilities Program ($1.8 million).
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“Securing these two sites in California is a significant step forward in our mission to support the electrification of commercial fleets,” said Sylvia Hendron, Chief Development Officer at Voltera. “Each location has been carefully chosen and developed to meet the unique needs of ZEV fleets, from proximity to key transit routes to securing necessary funding.”
Brett Hauser, Chairman of the Board at Voltera, emphasized that this expansion demonstrates the company’s commitment to managing the challenges of site development and speeding up the rollout of zero-emission fleet infrastructure throughout California and the United States.
Supported by infrastructure investor EQT, Voltera actively pursues site acquisition and development to expedite project timelines and provide power to ZEV fleet customers more efficiently.
The expansion of charging infrastructure is crucial for supporting the shift to sustainable energy in the trucking sector. Commercial fleets require reliable access to power near important freight routes, along with sufficient space for their vehicles to navigate.
By concentrating on strategic site acquisition and development, Voltera is well-equipped to address these critical demands and facilitate the broader electrification goals in the transportation industry.
