Catalyst with Shayle Kann
What electric forklifts teach us about creative policy [partner content]
Oct 11, 2023
Learn about the potential of electric forklifts in boosting electrification and grid management. Discover the advantages of electric forklifts and the impact of federal dollars on electrification technologies. Explore the role of utilities in promoting emission reduction programs and the potential of the Inflation Reduction Act in clean energy investments.
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- Electrifying forklifts can be a cost-effective way to boost electrification efforts and add a resource for demand management to the grid.
- The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has the potential to drive decarbonization by bringing heat pump water heaters into broader awareness and supporting electrification efforts.
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Electrification of Forklifts: A Cost-Effective Path to Boosting Electrification
The podcast episode discusses the potential of electrifying forklifts to accelerate electrification goals. By leveraging lithium-ion technology, converting the 1.5 million forklifts sold in the US every year to run on lithium-ion batteries can be a cost-effective way to boost electrification efforts. The episode highlights the need to address traditional barriers, educate customers about the advantages of this technology, and involve utilities in the promotion process. It also showcases how this case study exemplifies how policy and programs can drive decarbonization in unique ways.
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