University of Tennessee Electrifies Garbage Fleet with Local Manufacturing
The University of Tennessee has deployed a new electric garbage truck manufactured in Tennessee, aiming to reduce emissions and noise on campus.
The University of Tennessee has deployed a new electric garbage truck manufactured in Tennessee, aiming to reduce emissions and noise on campus.
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The University of Tennessee has introduced a new McNeilus Volterra ZFL electric garbage truck to its fleet at the Knoxville campus. This initiative integrates advanced battery-electric waste collection technology with manufacturing from Tennessee.
The university selected the McNeilus Volterra electric platform, built in Tennessee, to decrease tailpipe emissions and diesel fuel consumption. The electric truck also offers benefits such as regenerative braking and quieter operation, which is particularly advantageous for early morning collection routes near campus buildings.
Campus waste and recycling routes are considered a suitable application for electrification due to frequent stops and starts, low operating speeds under heavy loads, and the presence of significant pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
The McNeilus Volterra is a Class 8 electric refuse truck equipped with a 499 kWh battery pack, with an optional 665 kWh pack available. The manufacturer states the truck is designed for full-day operation on a single charge, with published specifications indicating a route capability of up to 110 miles over a 10-hour shift.
FAQ
What type of electric truck has the University of Tennessee deployed?
The University of Tennessee has deployed a McNeilus Volterra ZFL electric garbage truck.
What are the benefits of using electric garbage trucks on campus?
Electric garbage trucks can reduce tailpipe emissions, decrease diesel fuel use, and operate more quietly, which is beneficial for early morning routes near campus buildings.
