NYCEDC to Unveil New York City's First Freight-Focused Electric Vehicle Charging Facility with the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center in the Bronx - CleanTechnica

The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), in partnership with MN8 Energy and other city and state officials, is set to unveil New York City’s first freight-focused electric vehicle (EV) charging facility at the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center in the Bronx. This new facility will serve multiple roles: a community-driven freight EV charging depot, a welcome center, and a workforce development hub. It aims to support clean energy innovation, create jobs, and strengthen community connections, aligning with the goals of the Hunts Point Forward plan. The project highlights a collaborative effort involving key stakeholders such as NYCEDC President Andrew Kimball, MN8 Energy Vice President Alan Dowdell, Volvo Group’s Dawn Fenton, NYSERDA’s David Sandbank, and local representatives like Councilmember Rafael Salamanca Jr. The facility will be located at the GrowNYC parking lot on Halleck Street and marks a significant step toward sustainable freight transportation and economic development in the Bronx. The official unveiling is scheduled for July