Elmira Parviziomran’s PhD research on the costs and financing of sustainable freight transport has been awarded one of Sweden’s top honors by the ICHCA Foundation. Her thesis, focusing on the transition to zero-emission vehicles, was recognized as one of the best theses in freight transport and logistics in Sweden from July 2023 to June 2024, with a prize of 30,000 SEK.
Elmira Parviziomran’s research presents a novel static cost model designed to simulate the investment needs for decarbonizing the heavy-duty road transport sector. This model refines existing cost estimations by incorporating financing costs and testing different charging strategies for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). The study explores various cost factors and potential sustainable financing options to support companies in making this transition. Using methods such as data modeling and simulations, she highlights the importance of charging strategies and identifies financial barriers that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may face.
One of the findings is the impact of charging strategy—charging location, timing, power, and electricity source—on BEV costs, particularly in scenarios with higher adoption rates. The study also shows that high hydrogen prices can add significant costs for FCVs, while reductions in load capacity have a minor impact on overall costs. Additionally, Elmira Parviziomran discusses barriers to adopting a circular economy for BEV batteries and highlights the need for supportive financing frameworks.
The ICHCA Foundation awards theses that contribute significantly to the field. Elmira Parviziomran’s research focuses on financial sustainability and explores strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector. Her findings present a framework that companies and policymakers can use to better understand the financial and practical aspects of the green transition in freight transport.