Exhaust from diesel trucks and buses is a leading source of harmful air pollution that sends New Yorkers to the hospital every year.
One promising route towards addressing toxic diesel pollution is the adoption of electric trucks and buses, which are available and ready today in most use cases and produce no tailpipe emissions. Transitioning to electric trucks and buses will not only allow New Yorkers to breathe more freely, but will also cut down on climate pollution, save money for truck and bus fleets, and result in lower electricity bills.
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Exposure to Diesel Particulate Pollution in New York State
Map of NY state showing exposure to diesel particulate pollution
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