Newmont Corporation announced on October 29, 2024, the commissioning of its first battery-electric large mining truck, the Early Learner Cat® 793 XE, at its Cripple Creek and Victor (CC&V) mine in Colorado, U.S. This initiative is a result of Newmont's strategic alliance with Caterpillar Inc.
The introduction of this battery-electric vehicle underscores Newmont's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its operations. Diesel combustion machines used in surface and underground mining are a significant source of the company's carbon emissions, making this a key step towards decarbonization.
This technological advancement is expected to contribute to a safer and more productive mining environment. Newmont and Caterpillar will focus on validating and testing the Early Learner 793 XE to gain insights into integrating battery-electric large mining trucks, setting a new industry standard for operational efficiency and sustainability.
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