The Port of Oakland is taking a leap toward a greener future with a recent announcement that has environmentalists and stakeholders taking notice. In 2024, the Port provided an impressive 86% of its electricity from renewable and zero-carbon sources to its tenants and facilities, according to their annual Power Source Disclosure Report as verified and submitted to the California Energy Commission; this figure nearly doubles California's Renewable Portfolio Standard soft target of 44% renewable energy requirements.
Amidst the market challenges, the Port's Utilities Director Andre Basler remains steadfast in their green commitment, stating, per the Port of Oakland, "This milestone reflects our continued commitment to building a resilient, affordable, and sustainable energy portfolio for the Port and its tenants." The renewable mix included 62% from sources such as geothermal, solar, and biomass, plus an additional 24% from large hydroelectric power. The additional percentages contributed by large hydroelectric sources further solidified the Port's position as a leader in clean energy.
Beyond just clean energy generation, the Port has also secured a 20-year Energy Storage Service Agreement for 4 megawatts of storage capacity at a total cost of $13.3 million with Trolley Pass Project LLC, as approved by the Port’s Board of Commissioners. This deal involves a battery energy storage system (BESS) facility with a capacity of up to 400 megawatts, based in San Bernardino County.
