Forum Mobility is spearheading a major leap toward zero‑emission drayage with the development of its 4.4-acre Greenville Community Charging Depot just off I‑580 in Livermore—capable of simultaneously charging up to 96 Class 8 electric trucks serving the Port of Oakland and Central Valley freight routes. Backed by a $4.5 million low-interest loan from East Bay Community Energy, the depot showcases Forum’s “charging‑as‑a‑service” strategy—combining high‑power infrastructure with accessible economics to help carriers comply with California’s zero‑emission drayage mandate by 2035.
CEO Matt LeDucq emphasized that delivering fast charging alongside affordable service models is essential: “Forum is building a network of charging depots … to provide broad access to charging infrastructure and zero‑emission trucks”—ensuring that drayage operators don’t lose money during the transition. This depot in Livermore represents a cornerstone of Forum’s California-wide strategy, demonstrating scalable solutions to overcome grid, permitting, and capital challenges while enabling equitable freight electrification.
Forum Mobility to Power 96 Electric Semis with Northern California Charging Megahub
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