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The Port of Vancouver USA is expected to receive $318,000 from the Washington State Department of Ecology toward the purchase of an all-electric forklift, the seaport announced July 25. The port itself is also spending $79,568 for the forklift acquisition. “We’re so pleased to have secured grant funding … to replace an old, diesel forklift with brand new electric equipment,” port CEO Julianna Marler said. “This upgrade represents another step in our journey to cut emissions in line with our Climate Action Plan, while enhancing our ability to move cargo and operate efficiently.” The new forklift, which is expected to…