Sustainable Technology
on Construction Equipment
Rod Beeler
Vice President,
Caterpillar Inc.
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Caterpillar & the Pipeline Industry
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The Realities of Our World
ƒ One billion people live on less than $1 a day
ƒ One billion people lack clean water – two billion lack sanitation
ƒ Global population is expected to reach 9.1 billion by 2050
ƒ Two thirds of ecosystems are being degraded or used unsustainably
ƒ Energy consumption is expected to increase 70% by 2030
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Does Business Have a Role?
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Sustainability & Profitability
ƒ Business can make money by responding to the world’s challenges
ƒ Challenges represent unmet market needs
ƒ New products, technologies and business models are needed
ƒ Sustainability of our world and our business are inseparable
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Sustainability at Caterpillar
ƒ Reducing GHG emissions
Our Potential Impact
ƒ Minimizing waste
ƒ Managing water consumption
In our
operations
ƒ Increasing recycling – Cat Reman
ƒ Helping our customers operate more sustainably
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Through our
products and
services
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Innovation for the Pipeline Industry
583T
Pipelayer
SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY – PRODUCT
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Machine Productivity & Efficiency Gains
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Emissions Reduction, Fuel Flexibility & Hybrids
98% fewer emissions
50% fewer
emissions
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Today’s Reality: Fleet Management Solutions
SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY – JOBSITE
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Machine Control & Guidance Solutions
AccuGrade GPS
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High-Tech Operator Training Tools
Equipment
Simulators
SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY – PEOPLE
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The Ultimate in Safety: Autonomous Vehicles
DARPA
Grand Challenge
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Endless Challenges & Opportunities
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Questions?
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