 COMMERCIAL TRUCKING
Trucking is a vital part of our national economy—getting food, materials, and consumer goods to the people that need them. But semi trucks are also major contributors to air pollution, especially as they sit idling while waiting for the next load or even overnight.
Excessive idling doesn’t just create pollution, it creates expenses: fuel burned while idling can cost $6,000 for one truck over the course of a year. And what’s more, extended idling can shorten the life of the truck’s engine, lead to more frequent maintenance expenses, and health concerns for drivers.
Find out more about how to Clear the Air in the trucking industry—from reducing idling to installing an energy-efficient APU unit—with the EPA’s SmartWay Program.
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