Washington ports to receive electrification grants

Billion tons of cargo packed on vessel in Port of Seattle. Mt. Rainier in background.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has allocated $26.5 million in capital improvement grants under the Port Electrification Program. This competitive grant initiative, funded through Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA), is aimed at assisting public port districts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions through electrification projects. Go to this link to read the full article published by WorkBoat https://www.workboat.com/washington-ports-to-receive-electrification-grants

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