New Report: Buying Electric - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica discusses a new report advocating for the European Commission to implement zero-emission (ZE) procurement targets focused on large shippers rather than truck operators to accelerate the transition to zero-emission trucking. Large companies in the EU, defined as those with over 250 employees and more than €50 million in revenue, represent only 0.2% of companies but account for over half of the turnover and nearly 40% of road freight purchases. Setting annual ZE procurement targets for these large shippers to reach 100% by 2039 would align freight demand with truck CO2 emission standards, thereby driving demand for zero-emission trucks (ZETs). Alternatively, the report suggests targeting large manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers, who collectively purchase about a quarter of road freight, with a 100% ZE procurement target by 2036. Such targets would incentivize shippers to support hauliers in adopting ZETs through mechanisms like green premiums or longer contracts,