TRUCK ELECTRIFICATION IN BRAZIL: ECONOMIC, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

Abstract

This article presents an economic, health and environmental analysis of the implementation of alternative technologies for heavy-duty trucks in Brazil, with a special focus on the state of São Paulo. The research evaluates different technological scenarios, including electrification, hybridization, and alternative fuels, quantifying their impacts in terms of reducing pollutant emissions and greenhouse gases, as well as the associated economic costs and benefits. The results demonstrate that electric technologies offer the greatest environmental and economic benefits in the long term, while fossil fuel-based alternatives present significant limitations. The study contributes to the debate on public policies and corporate strategies for decarbonizing freight transport in Brazil, highlighting the role of major manufacturers in accelerating this transition.