FAQ

Zero Emission Forklift Mandate
With the Zero Emission Forklifts Regulation, CARB plans to ban sales of all new forklifts that are not zero-emission by 2026 to improve air quality and reduce pollution.
- Starting 2026, businesses cannot purchase or lease new internal combustion (IC) engine forklifts
- Mandates the replacement of propane forklifts with zero-emission engines
Learn More: Zero-Emission Forklift Regulation – Fleet Impact?

Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Program
California’s LCFS program, administered by CARB, is designed to reduce carbon intensity while driving economic growth. It pushes the adoption of low-carbon and renewable fuel technologies, making it a win for both the environment and your business.
Electrifying forklifts and fleets earns LCFS credits that deliver cost savings, efficiency, and sustainability.
Learn More: LCFS Agreement Form

Quarterly LCFS Credits for Your Electric Fleet
LCFS credits are available every quarter to owners of chargers for electric forklifts, vehicles (EVs), and heavy-duty trucks. Credits are calculated based on key factors:
- Charger Efficiency: How effectively your chargers operate.
- Battery Size: The capacity of your fleet’s batteries.
- Fleet Usage Data: Metrics that quantify CO2 emissions saved through low-carbon fuel alternatives.
The data is submitted to CARB for evaluation. After a 90-day review, CARB allocates and deposits the credits into your account.
Learn More: LCFS Agreement Form

How do LCFS Credits work?
LCFS credits reward businesses for reducing emissions, including those using electric forklifts.
- Earn credits by cutting carbon emissions
- Sell credits to emitters who need offsets
- Generate revenue while promoting sustainability
Learn More: LCFS Agreement Form

We Handle Your LCFS Enrollment
We enroll you in the LCFS program at no cost and unlock cash incentives for your fleet.
- We manage application and enrollment from start to finish
- Specialists audit your fleet and estimate potential earnings
- First check typically arrives within 2 months, then every 90 days
- Open to businesses of all sizes—even with just 1 EV
Learn More: LCFS Agreement Form

Complete Energy Solutions
We provide complete energy solutions and power analytics that maximize uptime, extend battery life, and ensure safe, efficient charging.
Why it matters:
- Reduces downtime and costs from battery-related issues
- Extends battery life and ensures energy-efficient charging
Power & Energy Analytics
- Analyze battery & charger specifications and conduct testing & analysis
- Review regular maintenance and inspection schedule
- Ensure safe charging environment and emergency equipment
Learn More: Total Warehouse’s Electric Energy Solutions
THE TOTAL IMPACT
Electrify Your Business
CARB’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) program provides cash incentives for companies that opt for electric material handling equipment in CA, OR, and WA.
Let us manage the LCFS program enrollment and switch your forklift fleets to electric for savings and a greener future.
Learn More: LCFS AGREEMENT FORM


MHE Eligible for LCFS
SAVE YOUR GREEN BY GOING GREEN.
Material handling equipment that qualifies for LCFS include:
- Electric Forklifts
- Electric Order Pickers
- Electric Pallet Jacks
- Electric Walkie Riders
- Electric Reaches
- Increased Productivity
- 0% Emissions
- Decreased Maintenance Costs
- Decreased Carbon Footprint
- Over 50% Reduction in Fuel Cost
- Cleaner Work Environment
Still not convinced?
Let us help you decide.
The warehouse experts at TOTAL WAREHOUSE have decades of experience with every type of industry and operation. We know the exact equipment and storage system combination needed to increase your output. Give us a call and let's grow your business together.