Sec. 316. Study and report on the greenhouse gas and toxic pollutant emissions of the production and utilization of non-tactical vehicles of the Department of Defense
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The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct and submit to the Secretary of Defense a study on the greenhouse gas and toxic pollutant emissions lifecycle in the production and utilization of electric non-tactical vehicles over the lifetime of the vehicle relative to a comparable model of non-tactical vehicle possessing an internal combustion engine, which shall include— the estimated reduction in carbon emissions associated with the adoption of electric vehicles across the non-tactical vehicle fleet; a comparative analysis of non-tactical efficiency, maintenance costs, and lifecycle emissions of electric vehicles versus traditional combustion engine vehicles; and a cost-benefit analysis of investing in electric vehicle infrastructure versus the fully burdened costs, advantages, and disadvantages of internal combustion engines for non-tactical use by the Department of Defense.
Not later than 120 days after receipt of the results of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report on the use of electric vehicles by the Armed Forces, which shall include— an assessment of non-tactical capabilities to determine different mission profiles and scenarios, including deployment in combat zones, logistic support, and personnel and equipment transportation by electric vehicles; an estimation of the expected lifespan and durability of electric vehicles under non-tactical conditions by assessing the reliability of key components such as batteries, electric motors, and powertrains and an evaluation of maintenance requirements and costs; an evaluation of the logistical implications of integrating electric vehicles into the non-tactical vehicle fleet, including infrastructure requirements for charging or refueling, compatibility with existing supply chains, and potential challenges relating to spare parts availability and maintenance support; and an identification of risks and challenges associated with the procurement and deployment of electric vehicles, such as technological obsolescence, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and geopolitical dependencies on critical components.
In conducting the study required under subsection
(a)and submitting the report required under subsection (b), the Comptroller General of the United States and the Secretary of Defense, as the case may be, shall consult with relevant private sector stakeholders, including climate change mitigation experts, automotive industry representatives, and former members of the Armed Forces with expertise in vehicle operations and maintenance. Nothing in this section shall be construed to unduly impede ongoing efforts relating to compliance by the Department of Defense with section 2922g of title 10, United States Code.