2025 Port of the Future
April 1 @ 8:00 am – April 3 @ 5:00 pm PDT
DAY 1, APRIL 1, Track 3, 4pm:
THE FUTURE OF DRAYAGE: ELECTRIC V. HYDROGEN-POWERED VEHICLES
Synopsis: In recent years, the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Clean Ports” initiative has provided grants to fund battery electric container handlers, electric reachstackers, heavy electric forklifts, and electric-powered vehicles. However, recent advances in green hydrogen-powered engines may be a game changer. The panel presentation focuses on the advantages and disadvantages of electric-powered and hydrogen-powered engines with an eye to optimum investment in zero-emission drayage. This panel discussion will touch on the comparative efficiencies of battery powered electric vehicles (EV) and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), sourcing, refueling/recharging and accessibility, required support infrastructure, and ultimately production and disposal.
Moderator: Matt Fuhrman, CEO, Core Group Resources
Panelist: Spencer Pope, Product Manager, The Taylor Group