Newmont Corporation announced the commissioning of its first battery-electric large mining truck at the Cripple Creek and Victor (CC&V) mine in Teller County, Colorado, U.S. The vehicle, dubbed the Early Learner Cat® 793 XE, is an important milestone for Newmont, made possible through its strategic alliance with Caterpillar Inc. Currently, surface and underground mining diesel combustion machines are responsible for a significant portion of Newmont?s carbon emissions. Introducing innovative solutions like the Early Learner 793 XE at the mine-site level demonstrates ongoing commitment towards reducing emissions. Newmont and Caterpillar will focus on validating and testing the Early Learner 793 XE.

These efforts will provide insights into how mining operations can incorporate battery-electric large mining trucks, setting a new standard for the industry.