Zero Emissions Solutions

360° Solutions for ZE Fleet and Infrastructure

PLM’s electric and solar solutions pave the way in alternative energy for refrigerated transportation.  We offer:

  • A variety of Zero Emissions trailers
  • On-site consulting for facility and refrigerated trailers leveraging alternative energy
  • Programs designed to transition your business to clean energy
  • PLM is an approved dealer of the California Clean Air Off Road Equipment program and has worked with lease customers to reserve almost $6 million of vouchers to bring zero emission TRUs into California fleet operations.  

Electric Yard Tractors

Experience best-in-class yard management utilization in a reliable, zero-emissions Yard Tractor with a lower total cost of ownership than the diesel alternatives. Flexible lease options available.

  • EV 100% electric yard tractors help you meet your business sustainability goals
  • Leasing options to give you flexibility to grow fast without capital expenditures
  • Eliminates fueling expenses and lowers maintenance costs at your distribution center
  • Pay by the hour for preventive maintenance. Our technicians come to your location
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Electric Power Pack Solution

Power Pack System Provides 14+ Hours of Run Time​

  • Power pack fully recharged in 4 Hours – 137 KwH battery​
  • Charging options – DC and AC​
  • Hybrid over the road option​
  • 480VAC 60hz 3 phase output (Connect to electric standby on TRU)​
  • Versatile equipment includes 28’, 36’, 48’ and 53’ multi or single temperature​
  • Trailer agnostic, telematics agnostic, TRU agnostic (w/ electric standby)​

Cargobull from Utility

  • Available exclusively through Utility Trailer’s vast, reliable dealer network, Cargobull TRUs are taking fleets seamlessly into the future of sustainability and performance.
  • Zero local emissions and 100% cooling performance with shore power
  • 10% or more fuel savings and lower operating costs
  • Ultra-low emission TRU (ULETRU), cleaner burning with lower fuel consumption
  • “Evergreen” Lifetime regulatory compliance with California Air Resources Board (CARB)
  • Up to 50% fewer defrosting cycles for greater energy savings and continued cooling output
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Site Solutions

Allow PLM to access your facility and present you with efficient, profitable energy solutions, to prepare your business for clean technologies.

  • We can recommend ideal distributed energy solutions for each of your sites, i.e. Solar and Energy Storage
  • Consult on-site charging options
  • PLM will identify project partners best suited for your infrastructure needs
  • Identify applicable grants and program funding
  • Provide project plan, cost and revenue information with implementation resources

Electrify your fleet and facility with PLM and Grid Market

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Photo Credit:  Sean Sumlin, Courtesy of UNFI
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Clean Technology Financial Support

Expert step by step consultative guidance to earn applicable funds no matter your state.​ Let PLM expert step by step consultative guidance to earn applicable funds no matter your state.​Let PLM help you sort through the paperwork and details to earn credits.

CARB Compliance

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is imposing zero-emission requirements on TRUs sold or operated in California by December 31, 2029. PLM can help you meet this deadline by leasing now.

WAIRE Compliance If you have a warehouse in Southern California, or your fleet delivers to these warehouses, PLM can advise you on how to meet WAIRE (Warehouse Actions and Investments to Reduce Emissions) regulations.​

Effective now, all warehouses with 250,000 sq ft or above must meet compliance to avoid mitigation fees. All warehouses over 100,000 square feet are required to report beginning July 31, 2024.​

With our on-staff regulation experts, we can survey your facility and give step by step instructions to electrify operations, and how to earn WAIRE credits.

UNFI Adopts Emerging Transportation Technology to Reduce Emissions

Test and trial trailers available. Try a zero emission TRU deployed on your routes

  • Choose from 28, 38, 48 or 53ft trailers, charging units included
  • Personalized training and support structure
  • Remote temperature and operations management with ColdLink 
  • Complete site evaluation for infrastructure
  • Reservations available, ask about pricing and recommended trial periods
  • Currently available in California, Arizona and Oregon

Contact us for more information: zeroemissions@plmfleet.com

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