Colton's Greenlane Charging Station: Revolutionizing Freight Transport and Air Quality
Key Ideas
- Colton celebrates the groundbreaking of Greenlane's flagship EV charging station, featuring over 60 chargers for zero-emission vehicles, a first in the nation.
- Supported by a $15 million grant, the project is a critical step in reducing the environmental footprint of the logistics industry and tackling air quality issues in the Inland Empire.
- Officials emphasize the need for diversifying transportation energy sources, highlighting the importance of hydrogen fueling stations to complement EV infrastructure and enable long-distance travel for cargo.
- The collaboration between Greenlane, Colton, and SCAQMD aims to pioneer a transformative model for the future of EV charging and hydrogen refueling while addressing global environmental challenges at a local level.
The City of Colton marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of Greenlane’s flagship commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging station, expected to be operational by the end of 2024. This project, supported by a $15 million grant from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), will feature over 60 chargers for heavy-, medium-, and light-duty zero-emission vehicles, making it the first of its kind in the US. Colton Mayor Frank Navarro and other officials highlighted the importance of diversifying transportation energy sources, advocating for the inclusion of hydrogen fueling stations to complement EV infrastructure and enable extended cargo travel. The Inland Empire, known for its air quality issues driven by heavy-duty truck traffic, sees this development as a critical step toward reducing the environmental impact of the logistics industry. The collaboration between Greenlane, Colton, and SCAQMD aims to pioneer a transformative model for the future of EV charging and hydrogen refueling, showcasing the role of local innovation in addressing global environmental challenges.