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Transporting fresh food such as fruits, vegetables, and other perishable items in urban areas is a complex task that significantly impacts the environment and city traffic. Traditional delivery trucks, which run on gasoline or diesel, produce a lot of pollution, worsening climate change and air quality. This study explores the use of Electric Vehicles (EVs) for delivering perishable goods in cities. EVs, powered by electricity, generate much less pollution. The main goal of this research is to show how using EVs for urban deliveries can reduce emissions and improve air quality.
The research starts with a detailed review of existing studies on electric vehicles, urban delivery systems, and transporting perishable goods. Next, we gather first-hand information by conducting surveys and interviews with key people in the logistics industry. This helps us understand the challenges in adopting EVs and find innovative solutions. The study also looks at food waste, emphasizing how EVs can help reduce waste by keeping food fresher during transport.
To get a clearer picture of how perishable goods move within urban markets, we performed logistic mapping. This involves tracking the entire journey of these goods from the point of origin to their final destination. By mapping out the logistics, we identified inefficiencies and areas where EVs can make a significant impact.
The results of this research are intended to help policymakers, city planners, and logistics companies make better decisions about sustainable urban deliveries. Promoting the use of EVs can lead to less pollution, better public health, and support global efforts to combat climate change. This study provides practical recommendations to speed up the adoption of EVs in urban logistics, aiming to create healthier and more sustainable cities.
Keywords: Electric Vehicles (EVs), Urban Deliveries, Fresh Food Transport, Environmental Benefits, Emission Reduction, Food Waste Reduction, Sustainable Urban Development, Logistic Mapping, Electric Mobility.
