California Zeroing Out Forklift Emissions
California Zeroing Out Forklift Emissions
California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved a new regulation requiring forklifts used in California to transition to zero-emission models between 2028 and 2038. The regulation stipulates different implementation timelines for fleets of certain sizes and various forklift classes. The mandate to shift to zero-emission forklifts will initially apply only to 50 percent of designated fleet sizes. Additionally, exemptions will be provided for forklifts used in low-utilization, emergency, and certain specialized applications.
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The transition to zero-emission forklifts will take place between 2028 and 2038.
\n By the initial compliance date, 50 percent of large fleets must transition to zero-emission forklifts.
\n Exemptions exist for certain forklifts, such as low-utilization and emergency-use units.
\n The industry has raised concerns over implementation costs and infrastructure challenges.
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