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Self-Assessment

Select where your organization currently operates and where you want to get to. There is no obligation to reach "Leading Org." — choose the target that is right for your business context and investment capacity.

📍 Current Level
🎯 Target Level
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Fundamental
Market Standard
Above Average
Leading Org.

Technology

  • Diesel or CNG trucks with basic fuel and emissions tracking
  • Telematics for mileage, idle time, and fuel use monitoring
  • Aerodynamic add-ons and low-rolling-resistance tires

Process

  • Establishing Scope 1 fleet emissions baseline across vehicle classes
  • Driver training for reduced idling and fuel-efficient operation
  • Route and load optimization to reduce empty miles

Financing

  • Standard fleet procurement via internal capital or commercial truck leases
  • SmartWay program participation for fuel economy benchmarking and incentive access

Technology

  • Fundamental technologies +
  • Battery electric medium-duty trucks (Class 4–6) for regional routes
  • CNG or RNG drop-in fuel conversion for long-haul diesel fleet
  • Fleet management platform integrating emissions and cost data

Process

  • Segment fleet by duty cycle and range to identify best-fit zero-emission technology per route
  • Evaluating depot charging capacity and utility upgrade requirements
  • RNG procurement strategy evaluated as bridge fuel for harder-to-electrify routes

Financing

  • IRA Section 45W commercial clean vehicle tax credits (up to $40K/vehicle)
  • EPA and CARB voucher programs (HVIP) accessed for eligible vehicle purchases

Technology

  • Market standard technologies +
  • Battery electric Class 7–8 trucks for long-haul and heavy duty applications
  • Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) piloted for high-payload, long-range routes
  • High-power depot charging (150–350 kW) with load management systems

Process

  • Multi-year fleet transition plan aligning vehicle replacement with decarbonization targets and OEM availability
  • Coordinating utility service upgrades and depot infrastructure alongside vehicle procurement
  • Hydrogen supply chain feasibility assessed (green H₂ sourcing, on-site electrolysis vs. delivery)

Financing

  • Truck-as-a-Service (TaaS) or power purchase structures shifting CAPEX to OPEX
  • DOE and FHWA grant programs leveraged for charging infrastructure and hydrogen pilots

Technology

  • Above average technologies +
  • 100% zero-emission fleet (BEV + FCEV mix) optimized by route and payload class
  • On-site green hydrogen production (electrolysis powered by onsite renewables)
  • Megawatt Charging System (MCS) infrastructure for ultra-fast depot charging

Process

  • Fleet emissions tracked in real-time and aligned with SBTi FLAG or transport sector targets
  • Hydrogen and charging operations integrated with onsite renewable generation and storage microgrid
  • Engaging OEMs and suppliers via advanced market commitments (AMCs) on next-gen ZEV platforms

Financing

  • Bundled project financing across vehicles, depot infrastructure, H₂ production, and onsite renewables
  • IRA Section 45V clean hydrogen production tax credits monetized to lower H₂ fuel cost

Related Pathways

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