Editor's Note: This article appears in Cummins' 2014-2015 Sustainability Report. Download the 2014-2015 report in its entirety here.  Cummins made significant progress on all of the goals it established in 2014 to reduce its use of water and energy and the waste it produces in its facilities.

The transportation industry is continuously evolving, incorporating advanced technologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and minimize environmental impacts. One key technological advancement is Model-in-the-loop (MIL) testing, a process that is revolutionizing how engineers approach engine development and testing. This article explores the concept of model-in-the-loop testing and dives into the various benefits as well as challenges. 

Accelera™ by Cummins launched March 2023, achieving impressive results during its first action-packed year. The impact of Accelera continues to build momentum in supporting Cummins’ Inc.'s mission to make people’s lives better by powering a more prosperous world. 

For Cummins Inc. and its employees, February highlighted a full month of celebratory events recognizing Black History Month 2024 taking place at its locations throughout the U.S. This year’s theme was “African Americans and the Arts” and Cummins Black Network (CBN), one of Cummins’ 150 Employee Resource Groups, didn’t miss a beat in planning and delivering exciting activities. From art shows to health panels to open mics and more, employees came together, both physically and virtually, to interact, share and learn more about the impact made in our world by African Americans.

Editor’s Note: This is the fourth in a series of articles highlighting Cummins’ 2014 Environmental Challenge winners. Water is a fundamental need for health, sanitation, agriculture and economic prosperity, yet just a few years ago, the people of Nandal Village near the Cummins Megasite in Phaltan, India did not have a reliable supply of water to live healthy, productive lives.

If you read about women who have pushed the societal narratives and have brilliantly shined to show way to others, you will find that there are some common characteristics that often emerge – resilience, perseverance, self-belief, and confidence.  We’d like to introduce you to Neha Mishra, our Technical Director, Corporate Shared Services, and Aftermarket Engineering, whose excellence challenges us to think – Are engineers born or made? 

Circular life cycle planning is gaining traction as an alternative to traditional manufacturing practices. By comparing the principles of circular and linear life cycles, we can understand their implications for businesses and the environment. This article discusses the importance of circular life cycle planning, its advantages and its adoption by Cummins Inc. Let's explore the benefits and practices of this sustainable approach.

What are virtual sensors and how are they different from traditional sensors?  Virtual sensors are an emerging software-based technology that can make a big difference in how we monitor and manage engines and vehicle performance. Unlike traditional sensors, which are physical pieces of hardware that need to be installed in specific places within the engine to work, virtual sensors work by using data from other sources within the vehicle's system.

Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) has commissioned its diesel hybrid solution in partnership with one of China’s leading rigid mining truck manufacturers, North Hauler Joint Stock Co., Ltd. (NHL), demonstrating progress in decarbonization for industrial customers. 

From the Cummins Water Works (CWW) initiative, a project together with Micorriza Association, who work to preserve the natural heritage in Spain, is underway to recover water linked ecosystems in the Molina-Alto Tajo UNESCO Geopark, located close to Cummins’ new Accelera electrolyzer plant.