Alternative fuels are energy sources used instead of conventional gasoline, diesel or natural gas, including electricity, hydrogen, biofuels and synthetic fuels. They matter to investors because shifts to these fuels change who wins and loses across energy, transportation and industrial companies—think of it like a neighborhood switching from wood stoves to electric ovens, creating new markets, costs, regulation and long‑term demand patterns that affect company profits and stock values.
advanced powertrainstechnical
Advanced powertrains are the systems that generate and deliver propulsion in vehicles using newer technologies—such as electric motors, hybrids that combine gasoline engines with batteries, hydrogen fuel cells, or more efficient internal combustion designs. Investors care because these systems determine fuel costs, emissions, reliability and the vehicle’s appeal, much like a phone’s battery and processor shape user experience; companies that lead in advanced powertrains can gain market share, pricing power and regulatory advantages.
lithium batterytechnical
A lithium battery is a rechargeable energy cell that stores and releases electricity using lithium ions moving between two internal parts, like a refillable fuel tank for electronic devices and electric vehicles. Investors care because these batteries are central to mobile devices, renewable energy storage and electric transport, so their cost, performance, safety and supply chain influence manufacturing costs, product demand and the valuation of companies tied to clean energy and consumer tech.
auxiliary power unitstechnical
Auxiliary power units (APUs) are compact onboard generators that provide electricity, heating or compressed air when a vehicle or aircraft's main engines are off, like a backup generator for a building. For investors, APUs matter because they affect fuel use, maintenance costs, emissions compliance and passenger or driver comfort—factors that influence operating margins, regulatory risk and aftermarket demand across transportation and manufacturing businesses.
scope 3 emissionstechnical
Scope 3 emissions are greenhouse gases produced indirectly by a company’s value chain—everything from the materials it buys and the goods it ships to how customers use or dispose of its products. Think of it as the full “carbon footprint” beyond a company’s own operations; investors watch it because these hidden emissions can signal future regulatory costs, supply-chain risks, reputational exposure, and opportunities for efficiency that affect long‑term profitability.
See more from StockTitan in Google Search and AI answers.Adds StockTitan as a preferred source · opens Google
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Werner Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, is pleased to announce its inclusion as a 2026 Top Green Fleet by Heavy Duty Trucking. This prestigious industry honor highlights Werner’s leadership in sustainable trucking, data-driven freight efficiency and its ongoing commitment to lowering real-world emissions. This marks the fifth time Werner has taken home the honor since 2020.
Heavy Duty Trucking’s Top Green Fleets program honors a select group of 20 industry leaders evaluated on comprehensive criteria, including alternative fuels and advanced powertrains, fuel economy, network efficiency, "green" facility infrastructure and robust long-term sustainability frameworks.
"We are honored to be included among this prestigious list of 20 companies actively finding solutions for the transportation industry's carbon impacts,” said Werner's Senior Vice President of Equipment Operations & Innovation, Chad Dittberner. “This award from Heavy Duty Trucking validates our efforts as we build a scalable sustainability framework. Werner continues to lean into both advanced technology and operational basics—optimizing routing, testing innovative equipment and engaging our drivers—to reduce our carbon footprint while providing exceptional service to our customers."
Werner has committed to reducing its CO2 emissions by 55 percent by 2035. To achieve this milestone, the company actively pilots and tests sustainable truck models, alternative energy options and cutting-edge solutions to maximize fuel efficiency and drive reductions in engine idling. Werner’s ongoing efforts focus on executing data-driven strategies, eliminating non-billable "deadhead" miles, and refining equipment specifications—such as aerodynamic profiles and lithium battery hoteling along with low-idle auxiliary power units—to ensure sustainable practices result in real-world environmental impacts.
As supply chains face increasing scrutiny regarding Scope 3 emissions, Werner continues to deliver actionable insights and collaborative sustainability partnerships to its customers, ensuring that environmental responsibility aligns with operational excellence.
The full feature detailing Heavy Duty Trucking's 2026 Top Green Fleets can be found at Truckinginfo.com. To learn more about Werner's sustainability goals and initiatives, visit here.
About Werner Enterprises
Werner Enterprises, Inc. delivers superior truckload transportation and logistics services to customers across the United States, Mexico and Canada. With 2025 revenues of nearly $3.0 billion, a modern truck and trailer fleet, more than 14,500 talented associates and our innovative Werner EDGE® technology, we are an essential solutions provider for customers who value the integrity of their supply chain and require safe and exceptional on-time service. Werner® provides Dedicated and One-Way Truckload services as well as Logistics services that include truckload brokerage, freight management, intermodal and final mile. Werner embraces inclusion as a core value and manages key risks and opportunities through a balanced sustainability strategy.
