Community members in Hillsboro may notice a cleaner, quieter waste collection experience on their streets.

Pride Disposal, a locally operated waste-collection company serving areas of Hillsboro, has added two fully electric waste collection trucks to its fleet. Both of these eco-friendly trucks now operate in Pride’s Hillsboro service areas.

Certified as zero-emission by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, these state-of-the-art trucks are built to meet strict environmental standards. 

“These trucks represent a significant step toward more sustainable waste collection, helping reduce emissions, while providing top-tier service & safety for residential customers, said Robin Straughan, Sustainability & Resiliency Manager at the City of Hillsboro. We’re grateful to Pride Disposal for making this investment in our collective future.”

Additional Safety Features

The trucks also feature advanced safety technologies that enhance efficiency and safety on every route. Features include:

• 360-degree camera system
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Lane departure warnings
• Advanced emergency braking

Pride Disposal’s investment in electric vehicles supports broader sustainability goals for the Hillsboro community. Keep an eye out for these innovative trucks as they help power a cleaner future, one collection at a time.

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Learn More

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• More EV Charging Stations Coming to Hillsboro
• Hillsboro’s Sustainability Goals & Initiatives