Walmart is a retail corporation that operates a chain which includes Walmart Supercenters, Sam\u2019s Club and Walmart Neighborhood Markets. Walmart\u2019s network of more than 150 distribution centers has proven to be a competitive advantage in the support of their retail operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Walmart supply chain network consists of distribution centers in various configurations to support specific types of retail business. Walmart\u2019s distribution footprint includes more than 120 million square feet of distribution space in configurations that range from 20\u00b0F Freezers to ambient temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Walmart distribution centers typically support more than 100 stores in a 150-mile radius. Walmart\u2019s fulfillment centers are strategically located to give them very quick and highly efficient access to consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Situation: <\/strong>Walmart has used hydrogen fuel cell-powered forklifts since 2012 and currently operates more than 10,000 fuel cell units across many distribution and fulfilment centers. Walmart\u2019s focus on sustainability drove its interest in fuel cells. The company began its sustainability efforts in 2005 and has since significantly grown its efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Plug Solution: <\/strong>After Walmart ran a series of fuel cell trials, it became apparent that fuel cells offered significant productivity gains in its operations with zero harmful emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Plug currently provides Walmart with end-to-end hydrogen solutions that include hydrogen fuel cells, fuel, and maintenance services for all the forklifts and hydrogen installations at various Walmart distribution centers across the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fuel cells can operate in forklifts at sub-zero temperatures and have been shown to improve sustainability and productivity significantly compared to alternate grid-powered battery solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Key Results: <\/strong>Significant improvement in warehouse space savings, electricity consumption, operator and equipment productivity and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Further Engagement: <\/strong>Since 2012, Plug has installed more than 10,000 fuel cell units for Walmart\u2019s forklift operations. What is more, in 2022, Plug and Walmart announced an agreement for an option to deliver up to 20 tons per day of liquid green hydrogen to power material handling lift trucks across Walmart\u2019s US distribution and fulfillment centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe challenges [of COVID-19] have increased demand for leading brands providing necessary goods and services to customers. At our distribution facilities across the country, our decision to be an early adopter of Plug Power\u2019s hydrogen fuel cells has helped us manage and meet the increased demand for food and basic supplies. This is why we\u2019re excited to expand Plug Power\u2019s proven solutions into our eCommerce network in 2021.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n -Senior Director Walmart Supply Chain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cHydrogen is critical to helping us power a more sustainable supply chain and Plug Power\u2019s hydrogen solutions allow us to continue making progress. Sourcing green hydrogen can help bring Walmart closer to reaching our goal of zero emissions by 2040.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.plugpower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Walmart_GasCity2_1016.webp\")
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