ZeroMission's Low or No Emissions Fleet Management Podcast - Unlocking the Future of Fleet Management for ICE and Electric Vehicles
Welcome to Plugged In, the podcast where fleet transformation gets real. Powered by ZeroMission, we explore the fast-evolving world of low and no emission transport. From battery electric to hydrogen, biofuels to blended fleets, to the demands of ESG regulations. We dive into how organisations are navigating the shift to sustainable mobility.
Each episode brings you insights from frontline fleet managers, tech experts, policy shapers, and innovators on how they’re planning, adapting, and succeeding with mixed-fuel strategies. Whether you're managing a national fleet or just starting your zero-emission journey, Plugged In delivers the practical tips, real-world stories, and bold ideas you need to stay ahead.
Smarter fleets. Cleaner air. One conversation at a time
ZeroMission's Low or No Emissions Fleet Management Podcast - Unlocking the Future of Fleet Management for ICE and Electric Vehicles
Powering Smarter Waste Management: How ZeroMission Supports Waste Management and the Recycling Industry
In this episode, Liam Nolan, Delivery Manager at ZeroMission, dives into the real-world challenges facing waste and recycling fleets and how smart technology can turn those challenges into opportunities.
From fuel-intensive routes and rising emissions to the complexity of managing mixed fleets, waste operators are under growing pressure to deliver more with less. Liam shares how ZeroMission’s unified platform is helping organisations modernise their operations with predictive maintenance, real-time emissions tracking, and dynamic route optimisation, all backed by dedicated service support.
We spotlight a powerful case study of a national waste and recycling provider that slashed fuel costs by 18%, cut idle time by 24%, and successfully rolled out 14 new electric vehicles with ZeroMission’s planning tools.
Tune in to hear how ZeroMission is helping waste fleets become more sustainable, data-driven, and future-ready, one collection at a time.
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Connect with our team Alan Crowley, Kevin Christopher, Brenda Shanahan, Eduardo Espinal, Stephen Breen, Liam Nolan, Callum Hennessy Cian Kavanagh, Niamh Quinn
In an industry where efficiency, compliance, and sustainability are non-negotiable, waste management and recycling operators face unique operational challenges. Vehicle downtime, inefficient route planning, emissions reporting, and rising fuel costs can all undercut mission-critical services.
At ZeroMission, we’re proud to support the organisations tackling these challenges head-on, helping them modernise operations, cut emissions, and create cleaner, more responsive systems for collecting and processing waste.
Making Waste Smarter with ZeroMission
Our platform provides more than just vehicle tracking or energy monitoring. We offer waste and recycling fleets a unified operational intelligence platform, blending real-time telematics, charge management, and emissions visibility into one easy-to-use system.
Here’s how we help:
- Dynamic route optimisation for collections across residential, commercial, and industrial sites, minimising wasted mileage and reducing emissions.
- Emissions and fuel tracking for compliance with ESG goals and regulatory requirements.
- Predictive maintenance alerts based on usage patterns and load data, keeping trucks on the road and reducing breakdowns.
- Charge and energy optimisation for electric or hybrid vehicles, ensuring the right vehicles are deployed for the right tasks.
And perhaps most importantly, every customer is supported by a dedicated Delivery Services Manager who ensures your teams know how to use the platform effectively and that we’re always adapting to your changing needs.
CASE STUDY: Transforming Fleet Performance at a Environmental Company
Client: Environmental Company
Sector: Municipal and commercial waste collection & recycling
Fleet size: 86 vehicles (mixed diesel, hybrid and electric)
The Challenge
An Environmental, national recycling and waste service provider, was facing several key operational challenges:
- High fuel costs and inefficient routing across dense urban areas.
- Pressure from local authorities to reduce emissions and report on environmental impact.
- Limited visibility over electric vehicle charge cycles and maintenance needs.
The ZeroMission Solution
ZeroMission deployed its Operate platform ‘Clarity’ across the entire fleet, creating a bird’s eye view for operational insights. The project began with a forensic fleet data review, identifying:
- Under-utilised vehicles,
- Overlapping routes,
- Peak-hour inefficiencies.
Using our Digital Twin planning tools, we simulated route changes and charge patterns before making real-world adjustments. We also worked closely with their depot managers and operations team to deliver tailored training sessions, supported by their dedicated Delivery Services Manager.
The Results
• 18% reduction in overall fuel and energy costs in the first 6 months
• 24% decrease in daily vehicle idle time
• Weekly emissions reporting automated and standardised
• Rollout of 14 new electric collection vehicles, planned using real-world data simulations
Hearing It First-Hand
It’s always rewarding to hear the impact directly from our customers. As one of their Fleet Operations Manager said:
“ZeroMission’s platform has helped us become a data-driven organisation. For the first time, we can clearly see how our mixed fleet is performing, where we’re losing time or fuel, and how to make practical changes that save money and reduce our carbon footprint.”
Looking Ahead
Waste and recycling fleets are essential to our cities and our climate goals. They deserve tools that are as tough and responsive as the work they do. At ZeroMission, we’re committed to supporting the industry with smarter software, real-time insights, and a human touch.
If you’re operating in the waste sector and want to explore how we can help, reach out to our team. We’d love to show you what your future fleet could look like.
