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Three sustainable marine fuels showcased at Miami International Boat Show

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The North American recreational boating industry showcased three sustainable marine fuels during an opening day event at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. Since 2000, emissions from marine engines have decreased more than 90% and fuel efficiency has increased more than 40%. of US transportation CO 2 emissions.

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Oshkosh Corporation unveils Volterra platform of electric fire and emergency vehicles

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The first Pierce Volterra zero-emissions pumper has been placed on duty with the City of Madison Fire Department in Wisconsin, making this the first electric fire truck in service in North America. Internal combustion engine for continuous and uninterrupted power to the pumping system or drive system. Integrated onboard batteries.

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Promising Delphi 1st-gen Gasoline Direct Injection Compression Ignition engine meeting ultra fuel efficient program targets

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In 2010, The US Department of Energy (DOE) selected Delphi, along with partners Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc (HATCI); Wisconsin Engine Research Consultants (WERC); and the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW) for a $7.48-million BSFC of 280 g/kWh was measured at 2000 rpm-2bar BMEP. Earlier post , earlier post.).

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OPOC maker Achates Power now concept-ready; ready to develop multi-cylinder engines for competitive demonstrations

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We’ve had breakthroughs in the past year to 18 months that have allowed us to demonstrate that basically for any emissions standard around the world.we A common-rail fuel injection system supports injection pressures up to 2000 bar, and can deliver multiple injection events per engine cycle. The Achates engine. what we are doing.

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Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

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states (Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin) and one Canadian province (Manitoba). The United States must reduce its global warming pollution emissions at least 80 percent below 2000 levels by 2050 to avoid some of the worst effects of global warming. In 2015–nearly 90% of emissions. Another three U.S.

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