Petrol/electric hybrid cars have been around for a while, providing a fuel-efficency gain over standard petrol cars. I have noticed recently that similar hybrid technology has now been developed for other vehicles, plant and equipment.
I’ve seen hybrid generators available to hire and buy. Using these instead of standard generators will reduce the amount of diesel you need to have delivered to site, therefore reducing risk of spill, as well as the obvious improvements in energy efficiency, carbon footprint and other air pollution.
Hybrid technology is even being used on vehicles as large as car ferries.
What equipment will your company be buying or hiring in the next few months? You might benefit from some easy environmental, operational and financial wins by looking for and assessing hybrid options.