University of Michigan analysis finds both battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell heavy-duty trucks can slash lifetime emissions if powered by low-carbon energy.
Have you ever thought about the impact heavy-duty trucks have on our carbon emissions? It’s surprising, but even though there aren’t tons of them on the road, these beasts guzzle millions of gallons of diesel, racking up a hefty bill in terms of CO₂, NOₓ, and particulate emissions over their lifetimes. A recent life-cycle analysis from the University of Michigan digs deep into this issue, comparing conventional diesel trucks against battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell options. So, what’s the verdict? Both zero-emission choices could cut down greenhouse gas emissions significantly, but only if the energy powering them comes from renewable…
