Duke Energy's first-of-its-kind microgrid solution offers carbon-free charging option for commercial vehicle fleets
Duke Energy has launched its innovative Fleet Mobility Microgrid in Mount Holly, N.C., marking the first zero-emission, carbon-free microgrid option for fleet charging in the US. In collaboration with Electrada, the facility features six fleet charging stations (120-300kW) and two Level 2 chargers, designed for light to heavy-duty vehicles. The microgrid integrates solar, battery storage, and hydrogen generation, allowing vehicles to charge either from the grid or 100% renewable sources. Daimler Truck North America joins as a founding participant, utilizing the facility's proximity to their East Coast manufacturing plant. The project aims to support commercial fleet electrification while helping businesses achieve sustainability goals.
Duke Energy ha lanciato la sua innovativa Fleet Mobility Microgrid a Mount Holly, N.C., segnando la prima opzione di microrete a zero emissioni e priva di carbonio per la ricarica delle flotte negli Stati Uniti. In collaborazione con Electrada, la struttura presenta sei stazioni di ricarica per flotte (120-300kW) e due caricabatterie di livello 2, progettati per veicoli leggeri fino a quelli pesanti. La microrete integra energia solare, stoccaggio di batterie e produzione di idrogeno, consentendo ai veicoli di ricaricarsi sia dalla rete che da fonti rinnovabili al 100%. Daimler Truck North America partecipa come fondatore, sfruttando la vicinanza della struttura al loro stabilimento di produzione della Costa Est. Il progetto mira a supportare l'elettrificazione delle flotte commerciali, contribuendo nel contempo ad aiutare le aziende a raggiungere gli obiettivi di sostenibilità.
Duke Energy ha lanzado su innovadora Fleet Mobility Microgrid en Mount Holly, N.C., marcando la primera opción de microredes sin emisiones y libres de carbono para la carga de flotas en EE. UU. En colaboración con Electrada, la instalación cuenta con seis estaciones de carga para flotas (120-300kW) y dos cargadores de Nivel 2, diseñados para vehículos de ligeros a pesados. La microred integra energía solar, almacenamiento de baterías y generación de hidrógeno, lo que permite que los vehículos se carguen desde la red o de fuentes 100% renovables. Daimler Truck North America se une como participante fundador, aprovechando la proximidad de la instalación a su planta de fabricación de la Costa Este. El proyecto tiene como objetivo apoyar la electrificación de flotas comerciales mientras ayuda a las empresas a alcanzar sus objetivos de sostenibilidad.
듀크 에너지는 노스캐롤라이나주 마운트 홀리에서 혁신적인 플릿 모빌리티 마이크로그리드를 출범하였으며, 이는 미국 내 차량 충전을 위한 첫 번째 제로 배출, 탄소 없는 마이크로그리드 옵션을 의미합니다. 일렉트라다와 협력하여 이 시설은 경량 차량부터 중량 차량까지 설계를 고려한 120-300kW의 여섯 개 플릿 충전소와 두 개의 레벨 2 충전기가 갖춰져 있습니다. 이 마이크로그리드는 태양광, 배터리 저장 및 수소 생성을 통합하여 차량이 전력망이나 100% 재생 가능한 에너지원에서 충전할 수 있도록 합니다. 다임러 트럭 북미는 설비의 동부 해안 제조 공장과의 근접성을 활용하여 창립 참여자로 합류합니다. 이 프로젝트는 상업용 차량의 전기화 지원을 목표로 하며, 기업들이 지속 가능성 목표를 달성하는 데 기여합니다.
Duke Energy a lancé son innovant Fleet Mobility Microgrid à Mount Holly, Caroline du Nord, marquant la première option de micro-réseau sans émissions et sans carbone pour la recharge des flottes aux États-Unis. En collaboration avec Electrada, l'installation comprend six stations de recharge pour flottes (120-300kW) et deux chargeurs de niveau 2, conçus pour les véhicules légers à lourds. Le micro-réseau intègre l'énergie solaire, le stockage de batteries et la production d'hydrogène, permettant aux véhicules de se recharger à partir du réseau ou de sources 100 % renouvelables. Daimler Truck North America se joint en tant que participant fondateur, tirant parti de la proximité de l'installation avec son usine de fabrication sur la côte Est. Le projet vise à soutenir l'électrification des flottes commerciales tout en aidant les entreprises à atteindre leurs objectifs de durabilité.
Duke Energy hat sein innovatives Fleet Mobility Microgrid in Mount Holly, North Carolina, vorgestellt, das die erste emissionsfreie, kohlenstofffreie Mikrogrid-Option zum Laden von Flotten in den USA darstellt. In Zusammenarbeit mit Electrada verfügt die Einrichtung über sechs Ladesäulen für Flotten (120-300kW) und zwei Level-2-Ladegeräte, die für leichte bis schwere Nutzfahrzeuge ausgelegt sind. Das Mikrogrid integriert Solarenergie, Batteriespeicher und Wasserstofferzeugung und ermöglicht es Fahrzeugen, entweder aus dem Stromnetz oder von 100% erneuerbaren Quellen aufgeladen zu werden. Daimler Truck North America tritt als Gründungsteilnehmer bei und nutzt die Nähe der Einrichtung zu ihrem Werk an der Ostküste. Das Projekt zielt darauf ab, die Elektrifizierung von kommerziellen Flotten zu unterstützen und gleichzeitig Unternehmen bei der Erreichung ihrer Nachhaltigkeitsziele zu helfen.
- First-of-its-kind zero-emission fleet charging infrastructure in the US
- Strategic partnership with Daimler Truck North America enhances commercial adoption
- Electrada provides capital investment, reducing financial risks for fleet owners
- Flexible charging options between grid and renewable sources increase reliability
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This innovative microgrid project represents a strategic positioning in the growing EV fleet infrastructure market. The collaboration with Electrada creates a unique value proposition by offering zero-emission charging solutions while mitigating grid impact concerns. The facility's dual functionality as both an operational charging site and a testing ground provides valuable data for future scaling.
The partnership with Daimler Truck North America adds significant credibility and immediate commercial application. The project's ability to switch between grid power and 100% renewable energy through the microgrid demonstrates technical sophistication that could become a blueprint for future fleet electrification infrastructure.
The projected
The microgrid solution addresses critical ESG metrics while creating new revenue streams. The zero-emission charging capability aligns with corporate sustainability mandates and regulatory trends toward decarbonization. The capital-light model, where Electrada provides "behind the meter" investments, reduces Duke Energy's direct capital exposure while maintaining strategic control of the infrastructure.
The project's focus on medium and heavy-duty vehicles targets a important decarbonization segment with higher per-mile environmental impact. This positioning could provide Duke Energy with valuable carbon credits and ESG-focused investment opportunities as fleet electrification accelerates.
- Collaboration with Electrada provides resources for fleets considering electrification, specifically for interoperability, power flexibility and reliability
The center serves a dual purpose as a model for utility-grade, reliable fleet electrification that can help businesses meet sustainability goals and as an active charging site for light-, medium- and heavy-duty electric fleet vehicles. Duke Energy and Electrada are prepared to support any commercial fleet's journey to fleet electrification by helping them design, deploy and manage a reliable and customized electric fleet depot solution, using any configuration or capacity option showcased at the Duke Energy + Electrada Fleet Mobility Microgrid. Vehicles can either be connected to the Duke Energy grid, charging from the bulk electric system, or powered by
"As companies with sustainability goals seek new ways to decarbonize their operations, vehicle fleets have increasingly become a top focus," said Harry Sideris, president of Duke Energy. "The Duke Energy + Electrada Fleet Mobility Microgrid is open and ready to help with opportunities for cost savings, new charging options for zero-emission vehicles and strategic guidance."
Innovation on wheels
Electrada, an electric fuel solutions company, provides all required capital "behind the meter" on behalf of fleet owners. The company delivers reliable charging to fleet electric vehicles through a performance contract, eliminating the complexity and risk that fleets face in transitioning to this new source of fuel. The Electrada model provides secure and seamless conversion for fleets that helps ensure grid integrity, guarantees performance and reliability, and removes electric fleet charging price volatility. Electrada's investment on the depot side complements Duke Energy's focus on distribution system performance to support the predictable addition of electric load over time.
"While fleet electrification in
The Duke Energy + Electrada Fleet Mobility Microgrid includes six total fleet charging stations ranging from 120 to 300 kilowatts (kW) along with two Level 2 chargers. It is the first depot designed for medium- and heavy-duty trucking in the
The site's functionality as an innovation hub allows Duke Energy to study charger use, performance, energy management and integration. Identifying EV charging technologies and how they may be used to power any type of fleet with vehicles ranging from Class 1 (pickups) to Class 8 (over-the-road haulers) is modeling for the industry a clear, integrated and cost-effective path to fleet electrification. Testing various models of charging scenarios enables energy load shaping, which can be used to ensure proper grid or microgrid distribution.
Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA), the leading manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in
"Our collaboration with Duke Energy and Electrada goes beyond infrastructure development – it's about creating a sustainable, scalable fleet electrification solution," said Jeff Allen, senior vice president of operations and specialty vehicles at DTNA. "By providing seamless, carbon-free charging, the Fleet Mobility Microgrid enables our inbound logistics partners to operate with minimal environmental impact. This is a critical step in decarbonizing our supply chain and ensuring that our electric vehicles continue to drive the future of sustainable transportation."
Fleet Electrification in the Fast Lane
Fleet electrification has the potential to have the largest environmental impact per mile driven on a greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction basis per transportation use case, especially in medium- and heavy-duty trucking. EV adoption in the
"We expect energy consumption to grow at an average annual rate of nearly
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