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$400 million electric heavy equipment order from China is biggest ever (so far)

Baua Electric

Fortescue says the use of this equipment will displace millions of gallons of diesel fuel at the company’s iron ore operations over the life of the assets, helping to push down global diesel demand even further. At that point, the reduced maintenance and downtime of BEVs compared to diesel vehicles becomes icing on the TCO cake.

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Electric, autonomous tech + EV demand driving mining equipment market growth

Baua Electric

Battery-powered Scooptram; image by Epiroc Rising demand for nickel, lithium, and phosphates combined with the natural benefits of electrification are driving the adoption of electric mining machines. At that point, the reduced maintenance and downtime of BEVs compared to diesel vehicles becomes icing on the TCO cake.

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From Tailpipe to Battery: The True Carbon Footprint of Electric Vehicles vs. Gas Cars

Clean Fleet Report

Consumers can verify required state codes based on national and global recommendations like the International Energy Conservation Code and ASHRAE 90.1. Batteries EVs predominantly have lithium-ion batteries, though many researchers are seeking alternatives with less heavy metals. Emission category EV ICE Car production 3.3