“There is a growing awareness that the construction industry has a large impact on global carbon emissions, as we are looking at electrification as a leading piece of the puzzle to address our climate needs. Our participation in piloted usage of (this equipment) is a good first step in showing the construction industry that electrification is possible and is becoming an increasingly


feasible option on job sites.” – Mason Ford, director of sustainability and equipment services, Skanska USA Civil


Los Angeles Metro Purple Line Project Pilots Electric Equipment


Mason Ford


As part of one of the biggest construction conglomerates in the world, Skanska USA Civil is a leader in sus- tainable and techno-


logical innovation, delivering indus- try-leading performance on an array of civil construction projects. Recently, the company has taken the lead helping


reduce carbon emissions and imple- menting new technology that help meet public agencies’ needs on several of its California jobsites. On the high-profile Los Angeles Metro


Purple (D Line) Extension Transit Project in the heart of Los Angeles, Skanska’s Los Angeles-based team tested two different pieces of all-electric heavy machinery: the Volvo EC230 Electric excavator and Te Wirtgen Group’s battery-powered HAMM HD 12e VV compaction roller. Te results of the Volvo pilot’s initial findings indicate reduced emissions and lowered costs, according to Mason Ford,


director of sustainability and equipment services at Skanska USA Civil. He pointed out that the unit reduced carbon per hour by 66% (34 kilograms) and saved an estimated 74% in fuel cost per hour ($15.15). Both pieces of machinery emit- ted less vibrations and noise than their diesel-powered counterparts. “Not only does this create a less ex-


haustive and better working environment for operators, but it also results in less construction noise for the surrounding community. Favorable feedback from operators also included its ease of use and capacity,” Ford commented.


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