Refrigerated trucks are essential for transporting perishable goods such as food and medicine, but they also consume a lot of fuel and emit a lot of carbon dioxide. Solar and battery powered refrigerated trucks are a promising innovation that can reduce the environmental impact of cold chain transportation.
Heuch Green Refrigerated Trucks (GRT) use solar panels installed on the roof of the trailer to capture and store energy in a battery system. This energy can then be used to power the refrigeration unit and other utilities such as air conditioning and lighting. This eliminates the need for diesel generators or additional batteries that are normally used to cool the trailer. By using renewable energy from the sun, these trucks can save fuel, cut emissions, and lower operating costs.
According to some estimates, solar and battery powered refrigerated trucks can save up to 90% of the operating cost of a diesel refrigerator. They can also reduce the carbon footprint of a fleet by up to 9 tonnes of CO2 per vehicle, per year. These trucks can also provide reliable and consistent cooling for longer periods of time, as the solar panels can recharge the battery system while the truck is parked or on the road. This can improve the quality and safety of the goods being transported, as well as reduce food waste.
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