Google partners with Nevoya to deploy electric heavy-duty trucks in Texas

Google has partnered with Nevoya and the Center for Green Market Activation to deploy 25 electric heavy-duty semi-trucks and supporting charging infrastructure along a freight corridor between Houston and Dallas, Texas. This initiative is part of a larger 63-truck project, which is noted as the largest known deployment of Class 8 zero-emission trucks in the state.

The project aims to cover approximately 11 million miles annually, with the potential to reduce carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by an estimated 92,000 metric tons compared to traditional diesel trucks over the contract period.

Google is utilizing an environmental attribute certificate (EAC) procurement model. Instead of directly operating the fleet, Google and other participating companies purchase these certificates to offset emissions related to their supply chain logistics. This pooled demand strategy is intended to send a strong market signal, helping to scale zero-emission technologies and provide predictable revenue for infrastructure developers.