{"id":15832,"date":"2025-01-07T18:32:25","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T18:32:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sitelogiq.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=15832"},"modified":"2025-01-07T18:37:11","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T18:37:11","slug":"how-low-carbon-fuel-credits-can-offset-the-cost-of-ev-infrastructure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/blog\/how-low-carbon-fuel-credits-can-offset-the-cost-of-ev-infrastructure\/","title":{"rendered":"How Low Carbon Fuel Credits Can Offset the Cost of EV Infrastructure\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/LCFS-Blog-Header-1024x416.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/LCFS-Blog-Header-1024x416.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/LCFS-Blog-Header-300x122.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/LCFS-Blog-Header-768x312.png 768w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/LCFS-Blog-Header-1000x406.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/LCFS-Blog-Header.png 1138w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"authors-bio\">\n            <div class=\"author-bio-container\">\n            <div class=\"single-post-custom-status\">\n                Written by            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"single-post-author-info\">\n                                                        <div class=\"single-post-author-image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-150x150.jpg\" class=\"image-thumb\" alt=\"\" \/>                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"author-bio\">\n                                                    <div class=\"author-name\">\n                                Andrew Robertson                            <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"author-title\">\n                                Director of Sales, Fleet Charging                            <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"author-desc\">\n                                <a class=\"show-author-bio\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\" data-popup-id=\"andrew-robertson-1\">Click to show bio<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div id=\"andrew-robertson-1\" class=\"author-popup\">\n                <div class=\"popup-content\">\n                    <button class=\"author-popup-close\" data-close-id=\"andrew-robertson-1\">\n                        <span><\/span>\n                        <span><\/span>\n                    <\/button>\n                    <div class=\"popup-inner\">\n                        <p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n                        <div class=\"popup-author-container\">\n                            <div class=\"popup-author-image\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"278\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-300x278.jpg\" class=\"popup-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-300x278.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-1024x949.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-768x712.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-1536x1424.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-755x700.jpg 755w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-647x600.jpg 647w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479-1320x1223.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Andrew-Robertson-1-scaled-e1721343867479.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"popup-author-desc\">\n                                <p>Andrew Robertson is a Director of Sales, Fleet Charging for SitelogIQ\u2019s Commercial &amp; Industrial business unit. In his role, Andrew will partner with customers to provide portfolio-wide turnkey EV charging and infrastructure solutions for their fleets.<\/p>\n<p>As more states throughout the U.S. implement policies to achieve net zero emissions, fleet operators are rapidly adopting EVs. With extensive experience and industry knowledge, Andrew will help customers to transition their fleets to EV in order to stay ahead of these policies while also lowering their carbon footprint and total cost of vehicle ownership. SitelogIQ has the capabilities to seamlessly manage all phases of an EV fleet adoption project including site selection and prioritization, budget and design, detailed engineering, material and labor procurement, utility rebate optimization, and post-installation maintenance and support.<\/p>\n<p>Andrew brings over 10 years of experience in business development, energy infrastructure projects, sales strategy, and energy-as-as-service offerings. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Georgia Southern University with dual majors in Supply Chain Management and Marketing.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>When electrifying their fleet, many operators run cost calculations for EV trucks and vans, only to be left with sticker shock on charging infrastructure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>But there are plenty of funding options that are available for fleet operators to offset the costs of both electrified vehicles and the corresponding charging infrastructure. One example includes low carbon fuel standard (LCFS) credits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>LCFS credits help offset upfront infrastructure costs, while promoting clean transportation. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are Low Carbon Fuel Credits?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Low carbon fuel credits are part of state-run programs <a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.arb.ca.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/2020-09\/basics-notes.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">designed to reduce the carbon intensity (CI)<\/a> of transportation fuels. These programs encourage the use of <a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.arb.ca.gov\/our-work\/programs\/low-carbon-fuel-standard\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cleaner alternatives<\/a> like biofuels, hydrogen, and electricity by assigning a carbon score to different fuel types.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>LCFS programs require companies that produce high-carbon fuels (think: large oil companies) to offset their emissions by purchasing low-carbon credits. These credits are generated by entities using clean technologies like EVs or renewable fuels. The credits are then bought and sold on a private market, with transactions occurring directly between the credit generators (i.e. EV fleet operators) and the buyers (i.e. oil companies).&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"206\" src=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-1024x206.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-1024x206.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-300x60.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-768x155.png 768w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-1536x309.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-2048x412.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-1000x201.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-1920x387.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-1-1-1320x266.png 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Electricity has one of the lowest CIs, making EV charging infrastructure an advantageous option for generating credits. The revenue collected from the credits can be used at the company\u2019s discretion, but many fleet operators reinvest it into the purchase of more electrified vehicles or to offset the costs of charging infrastructure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which States Have Low Carbon Fuel Credits?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Three states currently have fully implemented LCFS programs:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>California&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Oregon&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Washington&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Other states, including Minnesota, Michigan, and New York, are exploring similar programs but are not yet operational.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-1024x541.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-1024x541.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-768x406.png 768w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-1536x812.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-2048x1082.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-1000x528.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-1135x600.png 1135w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-2-1320x698.png 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Within each state, the cost of the LCFS credit will fluctuate, sometimes as frequently as daily. You can view historic and future credit price predictions from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usefuse.com\/current-credit-pricing-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">partners at FuSE here<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How LCFS Credit Programs Offer Fleet Operators a New Revenue Stream&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Fleet operators often face higher upfront costs when electrifying their fleet compared to Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) vehicles. ICE refers to a collection of vehicles that are powered by internal combustion engines, meaning they run on gasoline or diesel fuel. The EVs themselves are typically more expensive to purchase, and the additional need for charging infrastructure adds another layer of expense.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>However, LCFS credits offer a compelling way to justify these investments. By generating credits through charging infrastructure, fleet operators can unlock a recurring revenue stream that helps to offset these initial or ongoing costs \u2014revenue that simply isn\u2019t possible with all-ICE fleets.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>The process is as follows:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Earn credits for charging the electrified fleet.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Sell credits to high-carbon generators.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Reinvest revenue generated from credits in upfront or ongoing infrastructure costs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>While this process can seem straightforward, keep in mind that<strong> &nbsp;buying and selling the credits on a private market isn\u2019t quite as simple<\/strong>. High-carbon generators are required by the state to purchase credits, and they typically prefer to buy credits in bulk to meet compliance without ongoing management. The buying and selling process is often cumbersome and can result in a major administrative burden. Having a partner that facilitates these transactions helps to simplify the process and ensures you\u2019re unlocking the full revenue potential of credits. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Offsetting EV Infrastructure Costs with LCFS Credit Program: Real-World Example<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Here\u2019s an example of how your company could benefit from generating and selling LCFS credits from an electrified fleet:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Using today\u2019s credit price of approximately $75, a class-2B vehicle would earn $536\/year assuming they drive 100 miles per day (251 days\/year). A class-8 vehicle driving 300 miles\/day (251 days\/year) would generate $15,340\/year. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Because LCFS credits are long-term programs, they often cover a significant portion (if not all) of the costs of the electrical infrastructure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"986\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-986x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15838\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-986x1024.png 986w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-289x300.png 289w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-768x798.png 768w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-1478x1536.png 1478w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-1971x2048.png 1971w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-674x700.png 674w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-578x600.png 578w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/3-LC-Fuel-Credit_Graphic-\u2013-3-1320x1371.png 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 986px) 100vw, 986px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Other Funding Options Exist to Offset EV Infrastructure Costs?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>In addition to LCFS credits, or if you operate a fleet in a state that does not have a LCFS program, there are other funding options that exist to offset upfront infrastructure costs. Federal tax incentives, state-level rebates and grants, and local utility programs offer reduced installation costs or charging rate subsidiaries. There are also plenty of financing options like leasing or loans, or lesser-known strategies including Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS).&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Check out this clip from our webinar about funding a fleet electrification strategy:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"1080\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920 \/ 1080;\" width=\"1920\" controls src=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-LCFS-Credits-Blog_Video-1.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><strong><em>Interested in listening to the full webinar?<\/em><\/strong><em> <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/pages.services\/info.sitelogiq.com\/fleet-webinar-part-two-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Click here to get access to an on-demand recording of the presentation<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your One-Stop Partner for the Full Electrification Process<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>At SitelogIQ, we help you forecast and monetize LCFS credits with our vetted intermediary partners that support on both the buying and selling side.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>We\u2019re also your one-stop partner for all phases of electrification infrastructure projects, including funding strategy and incentive management. Our team works hands-on with you from design through installation to warranty management and results tracking. We tailor a solution based on your current layout, charging capacity, number of charging ports needed, utility requirements, state and local mandates, accessibility requirements, financial needs, and more\u2014both for right now and for future planning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Let us help you navigate the low carbon fuel credits and other funding options. <a href=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Let\u2019s chat<\/a> about your fleet electrification needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/contact-us\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-1024x375.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-1024x375.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-300x110.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-768x281.png 768w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-1536x562.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-1000x366.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-1640x600.png 1640w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1-1320x483.png 1320w, https:\/\/www.sitelogiq.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/CI-ACF-Blog-CTA1.png 1892w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When electrifying their fleet, many operators run cost calculations for EV trucks and vans, only to be left with sticker shock on charging infrastructure.&nbsp; But there are plenty of funding options that are available for fleet operators to offset the costs of both electrified vehicles and the corresponding charging infrastructure. 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