摘要: |
Freight volumes are expected to increase in the future, while at the same time, air quality regulations are becoming more stringent. Truck freight movements generate a significant amount of transportation greenhouse gas and particulate emissions. States and MPOs will need to look more closely at reducing truck freight emissions through emissions and fuel-reduction technologies, operational changes, and infrastructure investments, in order to meet new air quality standards. In addition, large freight -generating facilities such as medical centers, universities, airports, and convention centers need to understand how they can conduct their activities in ways that can mitigate the negative impacts of truck freight on air quality. While emissions-reduction technologies for heavy-duty diesel trucks are available, adoption rates have been slow and emerging technologies have not been adequately tested. Research is needed to understand (1) the emissions- and fuel-reduction technologies available, (2) the challenges to wider adoption of those technologies, (3) where these technologies best fit diverse geography and efficient supply-chain needs, and (4) the potential emissions reductions. In addition, operational changes and infrastructure investments, whether combined with technologies or on their own, could make significant impacts on truck freight emissions and fuel usage. With this understanding, research is then needed to encourage the best use of the technological, operational, and infrastructure investment alternatives that mitigate truck freight impacts on criteria air pollutants, fuel efficiency, and greenhouse gas emissions.' |