evPORT is a turnkey, one-stop, online procurement portal providing ports across the country equal access to competitively bid electric vehicles and port equipment, charging infrastructure, related services, innovative financing options, and best practices and resources on electrification.
Medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) vehicles contribute significantly to local air pollution, making up 32% of nitrogen oxide (NOX) emissions and 23% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This is especially true for ports and neighboring communities, facing disproportional pollutant-related health impacts. Electrification of port vehicles and equipment can reduce emissions and the consumption of diesel fuel, improving air quality for port communities.
Seaports, inland river ports, and intermodal hubs face evolving challenges in electrifying equipment. This includes navigating vehicle and equipment options that meet performance standards, incorporating charging and shore power infrastructure, and identifying the best procurement pathways. Through the evPORT platform, port end users can identify procurement options for a variety of equipment needs, streamlining the deployment process.