Bringing 42 EV Charging Plugs, “The Bolt” Welcome Center, and Jobs to South Bronx Community
MN8 Energy LLC, a New York-based leading renewable energy company, today announced the Gateway to Hunts Point FDC project, a transformative freight electric vehicle charging hub and workforce development center in the South Bronx. The comprehensive facility will feature 42 EV charging plugs designed specifically for medium and heavy-duty vehicles, a welcome center and workforce development hub called “The Bolt,” and a planned community solar installation.
The project represents one of the largest investments in freight electrification infrastructure in New York City and directly addresses key health and environmental concerns in the Hunts Point community, which experiences asthma rates 2.5 times higher than the city average due to heavy truck traffic.
“The Gateway to Hunts Point project exemplifies our commitment to building sustainable infrastructure that sparks economic development while bringing tangible environmental solutions to the communities where we operate,” said Alan Dowdell, Head of Distributed Energy Solutions at MN8 Energy. “This isn’t just about charging trucks – it’s about creating opportunity and jobs, improving air quality, and building a more equitable clean energy future for the Hunts Point community.”
Addressing Critical Infrastructure Needs
The facility will serve the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center, the largest wholesale food hub in the nation, which currently sees over 15,000 daily truck trips delivering fresh meat, fish, and produce to the New York City metropolitan area. The charging infrastructure includes:
- 32 DCFC EV charging plugs ranging from 180 – 360 kW
- 10 Level 2 EV charging plugs
- e-bike and e-scooter charging stations
- Future-proofed design to accommodate additional and higher-powered chargers to meet growing demand
“MN8 Energy’s development will serve as a critical element for EV charging while providing a space for high-quality job development in the Hunts Point peninsula as we continue to transform the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center into a modern place that exemplifies sustainability, resiliency, and economic development,” said NYCEDC President & CEO Andrew Kimball.
The Bolt: Community-Centered Design
The project’s centerpiece, “The Bolt” Welcome Center and Workforce Development Hub, will provide food and beverage options, flexible event and training spaces, and serve as a hub for job readiness, community engagement, and workforce development in collaboration with Bronx is Breathing partners. The facility is planned to include:
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