Intelligence Squared The Great Energy Transition: What needs to happen between 2030 and 2050 to reach net zero?
Nov 23, 2022
Srikanth Padmanabhan, President of the Engine Business at Cummins, dives into the transformative changes needed to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. He discusses the future of transportation and the importance of technology tailored to regional needs. Srikanth outlines Cummins' strategic plan, emphasizing the need for immediate action and robust accountability in sustainability claims. He also contrasts hydrogen and electric powertrains and envisions a future filled with eco-friendly transportation, calling for collaborative efforts towards a sustainable energy future.
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Emissions Improvement
- Srikanth Padmanabhan has worked at Cummins for over 30 years and seen vast improvements in commercial vehicle emissions.
- 67 trucks today emit the same as one truck in 1988.
Transition to Net-Zero
- The transition to net-zero isn't a sudden switch but a gradual process.
- Continuous improvement is better than waiting for a perfect solution.
Commercial Vehicle Needs
- Commercial vehicle users prioritize total cost of ownership and infrastructure availability.
- They need solutions that fit their specific applications, not one-size-fits-all technologies.