Cummins’ business and environmental strategies are intentionally and intricately aligned through Destination Zero, our commitment to sustainability and helping our customers navigate the energy transition while growing our business. We are guided by our mission in action; making people’s lives better by powering a more prosperous world requires a healthier planet, vibrant communities and engaged citizens.
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Cummins Inc. has a long history of setting ambitious sustainability goals and leading our industry in those efforts. We have worked diligently to align business and sustainability strategies to achieve the company’s mission of making people’s lives better by powering a more prosperous world. Our work impacts our customers, the communities we serve and the planet. It’s our ongoing mission to find n
July 18, 2024
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted as gases from a variety of products and processes, including paint and coating operations. While paint can provide protection and aesthetic benefits to products, the VOCs emitted during the painting process also have environmental implications. VOCs can react with nitrogen oxide when exposed to sunlight to create ground-level ozone, contributing to
September 20, 2024
Single-use plastics, like bags, bottles, and packaging, are a common part of our daily lives. Unfortunately, their convenience comes with serious harm to the environment. Cummins is committed to doing its part to tackle plastic pollution. Cummins defines single-use plastics as petroleum or nonbiodegradable plastics designed to be used one time before they are thrown away or recycled, exclud
November 25, 2024
At a press event on October 29, 2024, Cummins Inc. was in attendance to applaud customer Rio Tinto as they announced that Kennecott — home to the world’s deepest open pit mine — would fully transition all heavy machinery from conventional to renewable diesel. “We’re thrilled to see Rio Tinto reach this significant milestone in reducing its carbon footprint,” said Ginger Lirette, Cummins Mining
November 06, 2024
New Zealand company TR Group is acknowledged as a world-class heavy transport lease and rental company with a strong vision and culture throughout the organisation. Andrew Carpenter formed the company in 1992 as a 21-year-old, when he and his father, New Zealand transport industry icon Ron Carpenter, bought a small trailer hire business from CHEP. The fleet comprised 65 used trailers, none b
November 07, 2024
Just like a person needs a well-equipped desk to work, the trucking industry needs robust infrastructure to operate efficiently. As the world transitions into a decarbonized future, the role of infrastructure cannot be overlooked. The trucking sector is an integral part of our society and economy. Think about medical supplies, food, or even fuel to power our cars; over 70% of all goods in Ameri
October 29, 2024
Twenty-two 1000 hp Cummins Inc. CustomPaks, built in Australia and equipped with Weir Multiflo high-capacity dewatering pumps, have been delivered to one of the world’s largest coal mining contractors for dewatering operations in Indonesia. The mining contractor is one of Weir’s key customers for dewatering in the Asia Pacific region. Weir’s dewatering equipment is manufactured and assembled fo
October 28, 2024
Earlier this year, Satya Nadella, CEO and Chairman of Microsoft, aptly described our current era as "...the golden age of systems." This phrase perfectly captures the essence of the digital age, which goes far beyond mere technology or data. It is a profound transformation in how we evolve—shaping our lives, work and interactions with the world around us. Consider the simple act of seeing an ad
October 17, 2024
A decade ago, turbochargers for natural gas and diesel engines were not very different. However, new emissions regulations have driven the development of turbochargers specifically designed for natural gas engines. These turbochargers are adapted to stoichiometric burn conditions, where the mix of oxygen and fuel is precisely balanced. This balance ensures efficient combustion, leaving no unburnt
October 03, 2024
The state of California has positioned itself as a central figure in a revolutionary shift from a 100-year path of internal combustion engines (ICE) used in commercial transportation. Within a three-year span, the state has adopted the world’s most stringent commercial vehicle regulations: Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT), the Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Omnibus Regulation and Advanced Clean Fleets (
September 30, 2024
Partnering for progress on climate change
Accelera™ by Cummins, Daimler Truck, and PACCAR are launching a joint venture to produce lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries for electric commercial vehicles in the U.S. With a $2-3 billion investment, the venture aims to lower costs, improve safety, and reduce reliance on rare materials. This partnership will create U.S. jobs and support the transition to zero-emissions transportation, aligning with the Paris Climate Agreement.
Cummins’ Water Works program is addressing the global sanitation crisis by partnering with nonprofits to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in underserved communities. The company is collaborating with organizations like Water.org, Americares, and WaterAid to provide clean water and sanitation in India, Brazil, Colombia, Nigeria, and Zambia, impacting over 1.4 million lives.
Cummins supported Rio Tinto's announcement on October 29, 2024, that its Kennecott mine would fully transition its heavy machinery to renewable diesel, marking a significant step in reducing carbon emissions. After a successful seven-month trial using Cummins QSK78 engines and renewable diesel, Rio Tinto has committed to using this clean fuel across its entire fleet.