Pacific Gas and Electric Company Partners with Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry Company to Electrify First Zero-Emission Short-Route Ferry

Strategic Insights -

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is collaborating with the Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry Company (Angel Island Ferry) to electrify the Angel Island vessel, which will become California's first zero-emission, electric propulsion short-route ferry in 2024. This project represents a significant milestone for PG&E's Electric Vehicle (EV) Fleet Program, expanding its support of transportation electrification to include the marine sector. The partnership will involve bolstering electricity transmission to the ferry terminal, installing charging infrastructure, and supporting the installation of electric propulsion technology.

Key Takeaways:

  • The electrification project marks a significant expansion of PG&E's EV Fleet Program beyond land-based electric vehicles, demonstrating the company's commitment to California's clean energy goals.
  • PG&E's Electric Vehicle Fleet Program provides comprehensive construction support and financial incentives to medium- and heavy-duty fleet customers to easily and cost-effectively install charging infrastructure.
  • The Angel Island vessel will be the first short-route ferry in California to operate on 100% zero-emission electric propulsion, supporting small family-owned businesses like The Angel Island Ferry in reducing emissions.
  • The electrification project requires significant capacity and upgrades to the existing electrical infrastructure to support fast charging between ferry runs, highlighting the challenges associated with electrifying the marine sector.
  • PG&E is committed to providing easy-to-use and affordable clean transportation programs and incentives, including rebates, tools, and education, to support California's clean air and greenhouse gas emission reduction goals.
  • As part of its 2030 clean energy goals, PG&E aims to proactively prepare the grid for 12,000 GWh of EV-related electric load and enable 2 million EVs to participate in vehicle-grid integration applications.

Statistics:

  • The Angel Island vessel will require 30 kWh of energy to power one mile, demonstrating the significant energy requirements associated with electrifying the marine sector.
  • PG&E aims to support 2 million EVs in vehicle-grid integration applications by 2030.
  • The company plans to enable 12,000 GWh of EV-related electric load by 2030, highlighting the significant growth anticipated in the EV market.
  • The Angel Island vessel will operate as a zero-emission short-route ferry, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting California's climate change goals.

Sources:

  • Press Release: Pacific Gas and Electric Company,
  • Climate Strategy Report: Pacific Gas and Electric Company,
  • Interview: Lydia Krefta, PG&E's Director for Clean Energy Transportation