The goal is to “reduce the use of fossil fuel by the country’s logistics industry,” Globe said in an e-mailed statement.“Gogoro’s Smartscooters will serve as an eco-friendly alternative to fossil fuel-powered vehicles currently used by the logistics and last-mile delivery industry,” Globe said.“Users can quickly swap depleted batteries for fully-charged ones in seconds,” Globe noted.
“We are committed to help address the climate crisis by introducing Gogoro to logistics businesses, helping them in their sustainability efforts,” 917Ventures Managing Director Vince T. Yamat said. For his part, Jaime Alfonso Zobel de Ayala, Ayala Corp.’s head of business development and innovation, said: “Ayala supports the Department of Energy’s thrust to transition towards cleaner technologies. We are excited to contribute to a high-quality consortium focused on enhancing mobility through sustainable solutions, which aligns with our broader decarbonization and digital transformation ambitions.