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 various 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 development will include a community-driven EV charging depot, a multi-purpose welcome center, and a workforce development hub. The project aims to serve as a gateway for clean energy innovation, job creation, and stronger community connections, aligning with the goals of the Hunts Point Forward plan to revitalize the area. The facility will be located at the GrowNYC parking lot at 298 Halleck Street in the Bronx and is scheduled for unveiling on July 23, 2025. Key stakeholders involved in the announcement include NYCEDC President & CEO Andrew Kimball, MN8 Energy Vice President Alan Dowdell, Volvo Group/Mack Trucks Vice President Dawn Fenton, NYSERDA Senior Vice President David Sandbank, and New