Power technology for a sustainable future

The industries Cummins Inc. powers play a critical role in impacting climate change. We have the opportunity and responsibility to leverage our expertise to develop sustainable solutions that enable our customers’ success, positively impact our communities and protect our planet for future generations. The greatest opportunity Cummins has to meet our environmental goals is by continuing to exec

How do you build a strategy that guides a company, leads an industry through significant change and stands the test of time through the next decade and beyond? My role as Vice President of Corporate Strategy at Cummins Inc. requires defining the direction of our company’s global strategy – in other words, answering the question above. The thought of establishing a decades-long strategy can be d

We are living in transformational times. All will be affected. It is a business and moral imperative that companies ensure a just transition for all, particularly in the communities where we work and live. Effective corporate responsibility in times of change requires a flexible community engagement model, one that can both organize a company’s resources at scale and adapt to regional differenc

It’s human nature to resist change as much as we can. We gravitate toward the familiar, the known, the comfortable. Any disruption is a threat to our stability and routine. Change is difficult, and yet it’s one of the only constants in our lives. This is true in business, and even more so today in the power and transportation industries as we transition toward smarter, cleaner power solutions.&nbs

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

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

India's energy journey in the last six decades India has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070[i], a significant goal for a developing economy. However, coal-based energy production in India reached 80% in early 2024[ii]. As the world’s second-largest coal consumer, India faces the challenge of transitioning to sustainable energy. This paradox highlights India’s complexity in reduci

Vignesh V.’s path to Cummins is rooted in a lifelong curiosity about how things work, particularly in the world of automobiles. "I was always fascinated by airplanes and automobiles while growing up. I was always curious about how they worked," he recalls. "My interest in automobiles piqued during my graduate studies. I took part in an exciting inter-university competition. This experience solidif

As part of the Cummins HELM™ Platforms—Higher Efficiency, Lower Emissions, and Multiple Fuels—Cummins Inc. has introduced the 2027 X15, designed to help fleets achieve their decarbonization goals without compromising performance. With cutting-edge technology, a steadfast commitment to emissions reduction and a century-long legacy of innovation, Cummins continues to set the standard for reliable, f

The Planet and Me webinar series helps professionals thrive in today's fast-changing business landscape through focused, expert conversations. In this 30-minute episode packed with actionable insights, I spoke with Delphi Group founder Tom Kouropoulos about enhancing leadership while building innovative organizations. He shared why embracing a “license to fail” mindset drives transformative change

After working with Cummins Inc. and other major industry suppliers to slash emissions with a hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2-ICE), Southwest Research Institute is moving onto the next phase of its H2-ICE Consortium - drawing on real-world expertise from fleets. SWRI announced earlier this year that its converted hydrogen engine nearly eliminated tailpipe nitrogen oxides (NOx) with a mas