SRP recently received a Kenworth K270E battery electric vehicle, a "first-of-its-kind electric truck," the utility provider has  announced.

“SRP has a major focus on sustainability and remains steadfast in its objectives to improve EV (electric vehicle) adoption inside and outside our organization,”  Brendan King, manager of SRP’s transportation services engineering operations, said. “Our goals associated with using Kenworth’s new battery electric vehicle include evaluating its suitability for our fleet and supporting strategic plans for future medium and heavy duty fleet electrification.”

SRP has Arizona’s largest workplace charging program and converted its entire sedan fleet to electric and hybrid vehicles in 2021, according to a release.

Among the organization’s sustainability goals is a goal to reduce the carbon footprint of its fleet, which will include the conversion of certain medium- and heavy-duty fleet vehicles to electric, where possible.

The Class 6 Kenworth K270E flatbed will be used by eight SRP departments, so the utility provider can observe how the vehicle serves a variety of requirements, including transporting various utility equipment during a trial period.

“It’s a pleasure to work with SRP and see our local utility provider receive its new Kenworth K270E. We expect the K270E to perform at a high level and help SRP support its sustainability goals,” said Don Blake, new and used truck sales manager of Inland Kenworth – Phoenix.