From Chula Vista to Anaheim: How the ZEV Fleet Electrification Showcase Proved Fleets Are Ready to Scale

Published on
June 20, 2025
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The transition to zero-emission fleets is no longer a question of if - it’s a question of how fast. And this year’s ZEV Fleet Electrification Showcase, hosted at Anaheim Angels Stadium in 2025, made that message clear. With more than 500 fleet operators, utility partners, government agencies, and infrastructure experts in attendance compared to just over 250 the year prior in Chula Vista - the event wasn’t just bigger. It marked a significant shift in the urgency, scale, and sophistication of fleet electrification in California.

A Year of Growth: From Regional Awareness to Statewide Momentum

At the 2024 showcase in Chula Vista, the focus was on building awareness. The event featured a limited number of EV trucks, several local agency booths, and a growing curiosity from municipal and regional fleets exploring early-stage electrification.

In contrast, Anaheim 2025 was a turning point.

  • Double the attendance: Over 500 attendees, up from 252 last year
  • Expanded vehicle display: More than 70 zero-emission commercial vehicles—buses, trucks, vans, and off-road equipment
  • Broader fleet participation: Transit, delivery, utility, construction, and school fleets from across California
  • Diverse exhibitors and funders: 20+ infrastructure partners, incentive program reps, and OEMs providing hands-on demos and funding consultations
  • Deeper conversations: Topics ranged from megawatt charging and depot design to strategies for meeting Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) mandates

This evolution reflects more than event growth—it signals a shift in mindset: fleets are no longer just exploring EVs. They're ready to scale—and need partners who can move as fast as they do.

Where Zero Impact Fits In: Making Fleet Electrification Scalable, Fundable, and ROI-Driven

Zero Impact Solutions (ZIS) and Zero Impact Builders (ZIB) are built for this moment.

We serve as California’s premier turnkey fleet electrification partner, supporting clients from concept to commission with solutions designed for speed, funding optimization, and long-term performance.

Here’s how we help fleets go further, faster:

Modular, High-Power Charging Infrastructure

  • Up to 1.2 MW of distributed charging capacity
  • Supports up to 16 dispensers per site
  • Dynamic power sharing ensures efficient load distribution without expensive utility upgrades
  • Compact footprint ideal for space-constrained fleet depots

Full-Scope Design, Construction & Maintenance

  • One team from start to finish: permitting, utility coordination, engineering, and construction
  • Factory-prepped components and streamlined construction accelerate timelines
  • Post-installation O&M programs ensure uptime and reliability

Incentive Navigation for Maximum ROI

  • California's incentive landscape is complex—but it’s also a massive opportunity
  • We help clients qualify for and stack rebates from HVIP, CORE, LCFS, utility make-ready programs, and more
  • Our designs are built with these programs in mind, ensuring maximum fundability and reduced capital outlay

Proven Experience Across California

With hundreds of successful projects completed or underway, we’ve built more than infrastructure - we’ve built trust. Whether it’s a municipal fleet seeking to decarbonize its operations or a last-mile logistics company expanding to a new depot, our team delivers measurable outcomes that align with business goals, environmental targets, and funding timelines.

Anaheim's Showcase: A Glimpse into the Future We're Building

If the growth from Chula Vista to Anaheim is any indication, California’s fleet electrification journey is entering a new phase: from pilot to program, from dozens to hundreds of vehicles, from planning to implementation.

And with aggressive policy mandates like ACF, more funding coming online, and rising market readiness, the need for integrated, scalable solutions is more urgent than ever.

At Zero Impact, we’re not just watching the momentum. In fact, we’re driving it.

Ready to Scale Your Fleet?

Whether you're just beginning your fleet transition or expanding existing operations, our team is ready to help you build smarter, faster, and with higher returns. Let’s talk about how we can future-proof your infrastructure today.

Contact Zero Impact Solutions to schedule a consultation.