Full Title: Accelerating Zero-Emission Trucking Policies: A Global Policy Handbook with a Roadmap for India
Author(s): Akshima Ghate, Pranav Lakhina, Abhishek Murali, Chetna Nagpal, Vaibhav Sabharwal, and Samhita Shiledar
Publisher(s): Rocky Mountain Institute
Publication Date: February 20, 2025
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Description (excerpt):
With global trucking demand expected to double by 2050, transitioning to zero-emission trucks (ZETs) is critical to reducing emissions, improving public health, and enhancing energy security. While ZET sales are gaining momentum — global sales surged by 170 percent since 2020 — many regions remain in the early stages of adoption, requiring a dedicated push for ZET-specific policy measures. This report provides a comprehensive policy handbook, detailing how demand, supply, and infrastructure-related interventions can accelerate ZET adoption.
Drawing from successful global case studies, the report illustrates how targeted policies can de-risk investment and scale up adoption, providing valuable insights for regions with limited ZET uptake. The report further presents a phase-wise policy roadmap for India, outlining short-, medium-, and long-term interventions to accelerate ZET deployment. By aligning with India’s growing freight sector and emerging initiatives, the roadmap provides policymakers with actionable steps to establish a thriving ZET ecosystem, ensuring a cleaner, more efficient future for freight transport.