Rio Tinto and BHP, two of the world’s largest mining companies, have announced a collaboration to trial battery-electric haul trucks. This is a significant development in the mining industry’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The companies will test two types of battery-electric haul trucks from Caterpillar and Komatsu in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The trials will assess the performance, productivity, battery life and charging systems of these trucks. This is a critical first stage in proving the viability of battery-electric haul trucks for commercial use in the mining industry.
The success of these trials could have a major impact on the future of mining. Battery-electric haul trucks have the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from mining operations. This would make mining more sustainable and help to meet the growing demand for clean energy.
The trials are also expected to provide valuable data on the performance and productivity of battery-electric haul trucks. This data will be essential for mining companies to make informed decisions about investing in this new technology.
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