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The Dashboard for Rapid Vehicle Electrification – DRVE Tool – developed by the Electrification Coalition, provides quick and easy analysis for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty fleet electrification. The Microsoft® Excel-based tool can evaluate various procurement ownership structures, vehicle types, electric vehicle charging configurations, and other scenarios.

The Electrification Coalition (EC) developed the EV Funding Finder, a tool to identify federal transportation electrification funding opportunities, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL),  the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and other programs that have increased EV and EV charging infrastructure eligibility. This user-friendly tool can help your entity identify funding opportunities to electrify your fleet and community.

The Port Electrification Network facilitates the effective deployment of electric vehicles and equipment at ports by creating a platform for port stakeholders to share successes and challenges in electrification.

Port Electrification Network members convene monthly for focused collaboration sessions on port electrification topics, such as shore power, EV charging infrastructure, and microgrids. The Electrification Coalition develops technical and informational resources based on member needs. Together, all network members will identify aligned policy priorities for engagement with federal and state agencies. For questions related to the Port Electrification Network or to get involved, contact us at pen@electrificationcoalition.org.

The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) has released a Port Electrification Handbook (PEH) referencing how maritime ports can navigate clean energy transition across the country. The handbook covers various topics, highlighting barriers and opportunities for advancing and leveraging electrified technology across port operations. The PEH includes consideration for microgrids, renewables deployment, and other planning and design approaches above and beyond transportation and equipment options.

Electrification of public safety vehicles across the country is becoming more prevalent as cities and municipalities seek to electrify their fleets fully. For ports, electrification is not just about cargo handling equipment. Though there are challenges to finding the right vehicle to ensure optimal functionality, there are options available today for electric police vehicles, paratransit vehicles, and fire trucks for ports to consider when developing a holistic electrification strategy.