+
Hitachi unveils zero emission EV-Lab for green construction
ECONOMY & POLICY

Hitachi unveils zero emission EV-Lab for green construction

Hitachi Construction Machinery is set to inaugurate the Zero Emission EV-Lab, a collaborative research facility dedicated to attaining zero emissions at construction sites, located in Ichikawa, Japan, slated to open its doors in May 2024.

The lab will showcase a range of Hitachi-manufactured battery-powered excavators, including 2-ton, 5-ton, 8-ton, and 13-ton models, alongside other related construction equipment. Additionally, the facility will feature mobile energy storage systems developed in partnership with Isuzu Motors, Itochu Corporation, and Kyushu Electric Power Co. Hitachi has previously entered agreements with Kyushu for mobile energy storage solutions in the Japanese market and with Itochu and Alfen BV for the sale and rental of mobile energy storage systems in Europe.

Designed with demonstration areas mimicking operational sites for electrically powered construction machinery, the lab will provide a communication space where visitors can exchange opinions and ideas. Hitachi envisions the facility as a platform for customers and partners worldwide to collaboratively explore the challenges and possibilities of achieving zero emissions in construction.

Hitachi acknowledges that the realisation of zero-emission construction sites necessitates the introduction of charging infrastructure and other essential developments. The company aims to expedite collaborative initiatives with partners at the Zero Emissions EV-Lab to achieve comprehensive zero emissions across all construction site operations.

Hitachi Construction Machinery is set to inaugurate the Zero Emission EV-Lab, a collaborative research facility dedicated to attaining zero emissions at construction sites, located in Ichikawa, Japan, slated to open its doors in May 2024. The lab will showcase a range of Hitachi-manufactured battery-powered excavators, including 2-ton, 5-ton, 8-ton, and 13-ton models, alongside other related construction equipment. Additionally, the facility will feature mobile energy storage systems developed in partnership with Isuzu Motors, Itochu Corporation, and Kyushu Electric Power Co. Hitachi has previously entered agreements with Kyushu for mobile energy storage solutions in the Japanese market and with Itochu and Alfen BV for the sale and rental of mobile energy storage systems in Europe. Designed with demonstration areas mimicking operational sites for electrically powered construction machinery, the lab will provide a communication space where visitors can exchange opinions and ideas. Hitachi envisions the facility as a platform for customers and partners worldwide to collaboratively explore the challenges and possibilities of achieving zero emissions in construction. Hitachi acknowledges that the realisation of zero-emission construction sites necessitates the introduction of charging infrastructure and other essential developments. The company aims to expedite collaborative initiatives with partners at the Zero Emissions EV-Lab to achieve comprehensive zero emissions across all construction site operations.

Next Story
Building Material

UltraTech’s Limestone Mine Gets India’s First-Ever 7-Star Rating

UltraTech Cement, India’s largest producer of cement and Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC), has received top honours for sustainable mining practices. Thirteen of the company’s limestone mines were awarded star ratings by the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), Ministry of Mines, for FY 2023–24 during a ceremony held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Among these, the Naokari Limestone Mine—part of UltraTech’s Awarpur Cement Works in Chandrapur, Maharashtra—was awarded India’s first-ever 7-star rating for a limestone mine, in recognition of exceptional performance in ‘Green Mining’. The remain..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Sieger Parking Enters Mumbai Market, Expands West India Presence

Sieger Parking, a Coimbatore-headquartered specialist in automated and multi-level car parking systems, has announced its entry into Western India with the launch of a regional office in Mumbai. This move marks a key milestone in the company’s pan-India growth strategy and its commitment to delivering technology-driven, space-efficient parking solutions across urban India. The Mumbai office will serve as the regional headquarters for Maharashtra and neighbouring states, supporting end-to-end operations with on-ground sales, project management, and service teams. The aim is to fast-track..

Next Story
Resources

IGBC Green Kochi Conclave 2025 Champions Culture and Climate Action

The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), part of CII, hosted the Green Kochi Conclave 2025 on 4 July at Hotel Holiday Inn, Kochi, under the theme “Tharavadu to Tomorrow: Weaving Kerala’s Heritage into a Sustainable Built Environment.” The event brought together policymakers, architects, developers, and thought leaders to discuss Kerala’s progress in blending cultural heritage with sustainable design.  Kerala is emerging as a frontrunner in climate-resilient development, thanks to passive design strategies, rainwater harvesting, cool roof initiatives, and the widespread adopt..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?