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![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.plugpower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Walmart_GasCity2_1016.webp\")
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