SUSTAINABLE HEAVY-DUTY INITIATIVES FOR FUTURE TECHNOLOGY

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Port of Los Angeles “Shore to Store” Project

The Port of Los Angeles and partners launched the first phase of a long-term effort to scale a zero-emission goods movement system across California. The project had three key components, aligned with ongoing demonstrations at the Port to showcase a future zero-emission supply chain and provide a model for freight facility operations. Ten hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks were developed by Kenworth and Toyota, while Shell built and operated two high-capacity hydrogen stations in Wilmington and Ontario to support fueling needs. The Port of Hueneme demonstrated two electric yard tractors and an e-crane, with partial funding from the local air district. Toyota Logistics Services also operated two battery-electric forklifts, completing the “Shore to Store” concept and demonstrating the potential for end-to-end zero-emission freight movement.

Vehicles/Equipment Funded:

  • Ten hydrogen fuel cell electric Class 8 on-road trucks, developed by Toyota and Kenworth
  • Two large-capacity renewable hydrogen fueling stations in Wilmington, CA, and Ontario, CA
  • Two electric yard tractors at the Port of Hueneme
  • Two zero-emission forklifts at Toyota Logistics Services

Lessons Learned:

  • Extensive pre-deployment testing helps identify critical issues before demonstrations begin.
  • Permitting for hydrogen fueling projects can take longer than expected, as hydrogen production and storage are still new in many areas.
  • Strong collaboration with suppliers and upfront investment are essential before commercial vehicle OEMs can access high-quality, durable components.

Status Updates:

  • Completed a total of 59,212 miles of zero-emission operation using hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 heavy-duty trucks, with 21,650 miles driven in active fleet service.
  • Zero-emission yard tractors operated for a combined total of 2,749.6 hours.
  • Delivered localized emissions reductions in designated disadvantaged communities, including ZIP codes 90220, 90247, 90248, 90731, 90744, 90802, and 91761.
  • Over 59,212 miles, the project reduced an estimated 15.5 kg of NOx (0.163 g/km), 1.01 kg of SOx (0.0106 g/km), and 304.8 metric tonnes of CO2e (3.2 kg/km) compared to diesel trucks—including both tailpipe emissions and emissions from fuel production.

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Project Facts​

  • DATES: March 2019 – Spring 2023
  • GRANTEE: Port of Los Angeles
  • PARTNERS: Toyota Motor North America, Kenworth Truck Company, Shell Oil Products, Port of Hueneme, Toyota Logistics Services, South Coast Air Quality Management District, National Renewable Energies Laboratory, UPS, Total Transportation Services Inc., Southern Counties Express
  • GRANT NO.: G17-ZNZE-10

Grant Amount​

  • CARB Contribution: $41,122,260
  • Matching Funds: $41,426,612
  • PROJECT TOTAL: $82,548,872

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