- by Akshima Ghate, Chetna Nagpal, Clay Stranger, Dave Mullaney, Pranav Lakhina, Samhita Shiledar

In developing nations, trucking demand is growing steadily, driven by the increase in economic output. Zero emission trucks (ZETs) are a compelling alternative to diesel trucks, lowering operating costs and environmental impact. This policy brief highlights the strategies to fast-track ZET adoption in developing nations. It proposes formulating relevant policies and adopting ambitious targets for ZETs, underlining the need for concerted efforts towards a robust ZET supply chain. The brief also proposes ways to mobilise finance, deploy suitable charging/refuelling infrastructure, and promote research innovation and knowledge exchange to foster the ZET ecosystem in the G20 countries and the developing world.