The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has certified the Environmental Impact Report and authorised the issuance of a Coastal Development Permit for the Tidelands Avenue Electric Truck Hub proposed by Skychargers, marking a significant milestone in the port’s efforts to advance zero-emissions freight infrastructure. T
he Board has also authorised staff to sign a non-binding Term Sheet with Skycharger as lease negotiations continue.
The proposed electric truck hub will support the Port’s Maritime Clean Air Strategy, a programme designed to significantly reduce diesel pollution from maritime and industrial operations in and around the port and improve air quality for all communities surrounding San Diego Bay.
The EIR, published for public review on January 29, 2026, analysed potential environmental effects across air quality, energy, hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, noise and transportation.
Chair Ann Moore described the project as reflecting the Port’s continued commitment to cleaner air and a healthier San Diego Bay, highlighting the role of zero-emissions infrastructure in improving air quality while creating greater opportunities for the community to access and enjoy the waterfront.
Commissioner GilAnthony Ungab framed the project as an investment in public health, expressing appreciation for the community engagement that shaped the proposal over the course of the review process.
Andy Karetsky, CEO of Skycharger, expressed gratitude for the milestone following three years of community engagement and commissioner input, describing the charging facility as a means of jumpstarting the electric truck transition at the port and delivering cleaner air to communities that have long borne the burden of diesel pollution.
He committed to being a good partner to the Port and the National City community and expressed eagerness to break ground.
