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JULY 31, 2023

Biology provides a diverse array of structural motifs that can be leveraged for the synthesis of alternative fuels. Recent work has shown that chemoselective hydrogenation of ring-strained monoterpenes is an effective strategy for the generation of high-performance fuels.

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DECEMBER 24, 2021

The City of New York will invest $420 million in electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and alternative fuels to accelerate the transition to an all-electric municipal vehicle fleet. All light-duty, medium-duty, and non-emergency heavy-duty vehicles will be converted to electric by 2035.

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MAY 14, 2012

Chevron Lummus Global (CLG), a 50-50 joint venture between Chevron Products Company and Lummus Technology, has joined ARA’s ReadiJet Alternative Fuel Initiative to develop drop-in biofuels. ARA has developed a catalytic hydrothermolysis (CH) process to convert triglycerides (e.g., —Ed Coppola, ARA Fuels Principal Engineer.

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APRIL 10, 2015

The US Maritime Administration (MARAD) Office of Environment has issued a request for proposals (RFP) ( DTMA91R1500009 ) for projects that focus on converting a vessel to natural gas in an effort to measure in situ change in criteria pollutant emissions and greenhouse gas emissions before and after the conversion.

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JANUARY 25, 2022

The methanol engine order extends Wärtsilä’s leading position in support of the maritime industry’s decarbonization ambitions, and in the use of the fuel. Wärtsilä has more than half a decade’s experience with methanol, having converted the first of four engines on Stena Germanica to use the fuel in 2015.

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Engine Mariner Wind Alternative Fuels 366

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MARCH 18, 2022

The MethanolPac fuel supply system and Wärtsilä 32 Methanol engine comprise a full solution for methanol in marine applications. Methanol is a widely available fuel that is carbon-neutral when produced from renewable sources and is easier to handle than many other alternative fuels. © Wärtsilä Corporation.

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APRIL 26, 2023

Singapore—based Berge Bulk, one of the world’s leading independent dry bulk shipping companies, and ABS signed a joint project agreement to conduct a detailed feasibility study for the conversion of methanol-fueled propulsion system and aim to kickstart in Q1 2024.

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OCTOBER 25, 2022

Along with the direct injection of hydrogen, the new AFI-LP (alternative fuel injector – low pressure) injector from Bosch also allows the use of other fuels, such as methanol, both for port fuel and direct injection. inverter with its integrated DC/DC converter. Bosch basic system overview of the hydrogen engine.

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AUGUST 26, 2009

These projects put more than 9,000 alternative fuel and energy-efficient light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles on the road, and establish 542 refueling locations across the country. The project will deploy 502 alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles through 119 public and private fleets throughout the state.

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MARCH 17, 2017

will offer a new aftermarket gaseous fuels-prepped cylinder head package for GM 6.0L The new CDP cylinder head will be available for the popular GM engines that have been, or are slated to be, converted to a gaseous alternative fuel engine. CDP Technologies, the OEM sales division of Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.,

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FEBRUARY 29, 2020

US Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue has directed the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to acquire alternative fueled vehicles (AFV) when replacing conventionally fueled vehicles. Where biofuels are available, the USDA fleet is directed to use biofuels. Earlier post.).

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MAY 10, 2011

Freightliner Trucks announced that its new 114 Severe Duty (SD) set-back axle (SBA) truck will be available with natural gas technology. The 114SD SBA natural gas truck expands Freightliner’s alternative fuel product offerings.

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MARCH 11, 2020

The backhoe loader is perfectly suited for electrification as the varied use cycles, from heavy to light work, provide an excellent opportunity to convert wasted diesel engine hours into zero consumption battery time—yet provide the operator with instantaneous torque response when needed. and Moog Inc.,

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OCTOBER 12, 2018

Converting from internal combustion engines to electric depends on specific vehicle uses, the size and distribution of fleets across regions, the costs of electricity and access to charging infrastructure. This communication is important given 32% of survey respondents cited inadequate product availability as a barrier.

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MARCH 11, 2009

AT&T plans to invest up to $565 million as part of a long-term strategy to deploy more than 15,000 alternative-fuel vehicles over the next 10 years. The new deployments will bring AT&T’s alternative-fuel fleet to more than 15,000 vehicles by 2019.

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JULY 5, 2017

Among alternative fuels, n-butanol is superior to ethanol in terms of energy density, volatility, and hygroscopicity. Biodiesel has been utilized as an alternative fuel for transportation. The annual production yield of biodiesel increases substantially with the pressing need for renewable fuels.

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DECEMBER 3, 2020

The result is renewable methanol, which can be converted into climate-friendly fuel using an MTG (Methanol To Gasoline) technology to be licensed and supported by ExxonMobil. Part of the e-Methanol will be converted to e-Gasoline (130,000 liters per year). Electromobility is a top priority at Porsche.

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DECEMBER 14, 2022

By using components and software that are proven, and readily available, in the market, Provaris has developed a monitoring system that will be installed on the outermost layer of the cargo tanks. The propulsion platform is electric, including batteries for a hybrid configuration that allows for further fuel savings.

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DECEMBER 30, 2020

To provide further support, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and the New York Power Authority (NYPA) have reached an agreement which includes more than $1 million in funding for a new program to help the five large upstate and suburban transit operators develop plans to convert to all-electric transit buses.

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AUGUST 25, 2014

The dedicated version converts the vehicle to operate 100% on CNG, which allows users to take advantage of using CNG as a cleaner burning and more economical alternative fuel. Also available from Altech-Eco is the EPA-certified CNG systems for the 2014/2015 F-250/350 6.2L, 2014/2015 Transit Connect 2.5L

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NOVEMBER 20, 2017

The RNG agreements will help UPS reach a key sustainability goal: 40% of all ground transportation fleet fuel from sources other than conventional gasoline and diesel by 2025. Natural gas is a proven alternative fuel to gasoline and diesel and is a key building block for our goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our ground fleet.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2012

Smith said its decision to locate a facility in Chicago was influenced by the Mayor’s innovative voucher system created to accelerate the conversion from diesel to zero-emission, all-electric commercial vehicles, the large number of fleets interested in vehicle electrification, and the development incentives made available to Smith.

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JANUARY 28, 2015

Customers can tap into Ryder''s knowledge of natural gas and rapidly evolving alternative fuels maintenance network, along with its highly trained and experienced technicians, to ensure the safe operation, maintenance, and fueling of natural gas vehicles.

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OCTOBER 25, 2023

With technological advancements, we can now convert various primary energies into electricity more flexibly and efficiently, providing a cleaner and more efficient energy supply chain for electric cars. Due to its widespread availability and cost-effectiveness, electricity has become the fuel of choice for zero-emission fleets.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

In both electric- and hydrogen-favoring cases, availability of low-carbon electricity and hydrogen prolonged the use of petroleum-fueled ICE vehicles. For example, the study found that the availability of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology has a major impact on the lowest cost passenger vehicle fuel and technology choice.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2010

Greenville County, South Carolina and Light’N’Up, deployed 15 propane Autogas vehicles last month as part of a large-scale, Recovery Act-funded alternative fuel vehicle project in the Southeast United States.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2009

CleanFUEL USA , a leading supplier of alternative fuel infrastructure and propane engine systems has introduced its latest Liquid Propane Injection (LPI) system for the General Motors (GM) 6.0-liter Systems are available through CleanFUEL USA Master Dealers and Preferred Installers. liter engine. When the 6.0L

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

The innovative, fully automatic transmission, for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, will be available globally and is targeted for release in 2020. Allison Transmission also announced availability of its latest fuel economy technology for its 1000 Series and 2000 Series. Available in three packages, FuelSense 2.0

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DECEMBER 17, 2013

Loveland is now aiming to convert all of its light-duty fleet vehicles that work within a close distance of the city to EVs. Its efforts to incorporate alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) into its fleet began in 2002 with an initial purchase of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), mainly the Toyota Prius and Ford Escape hybrid.

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DECEMBER 3, 2014

Founded in 1986, Prins is a leading developer of high quality alternative fuel systems powered by liquefied petroleum gas (LPG or propane), compressed natural gas (CNG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG) for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty applications. Reported EBITDA was €1.5 million (US$2.0 million (US$0.5 Geographies. Operations.

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MARCH 3, 2013

Initially, tanks will be available through five approved upfitters with whom 3M is collaborating. Alternative Fuel Solutions of Mahaffey, Penn.; Chesapeake is currently converting its fleet of nearly 5,000 vehicles to run on natural gas. These companies include OEM Systems of Okarche, Okla.;

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MARCH 10, 2016

US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resource Board (CARB) require On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) to be implemented in heavy-duty alternative fueled vehicles for the 2018 model year. These tasks will further expand available engine options such as a remote mounted engine control unit (ECU) which allows the ISB6.7

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JULY 21, 2015

FedEx joins Southwest Airlines, which signed a purchase agreement with RedRock in November 2014 for about 3 million gallons per year, in purchasing Red Rock’s total planned available volume of jet fuel. Hydroprocessing refines the liquid hydrocarbons to produce jet, diesel, and naphtha fuels. Earlier post.).

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JULY 4, 2011

a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, has already secured lease agreements for 87 heavy-duty natural gas trucks from customers looking to take advantage of the fuel cost savings and environmental benefits of alternative fuel powered vehicles. Ryder System, Inc., Earlier post.).

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JUNE 7, 2010

Ford will begin offering an alternative-fuels engine prep package for its 6.8-liter F-450 and F-550 Super Duty are Ford’s latest commercial vehicles to get the alternative-fuel conversion option. liter F-450 and F-550 Super Duty chassis cab. liter and 6.8-liter

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Conversion Ford Transit Connect Alternative Fuels 240

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DECEMBER 20, 2011

The coal first decomposes into volatiles and char while CH 4 is converted into CO/H 2 mixtures; the char is converted into CO/H 2 mixtures via steam gasification on longer time scales. The Act requires alternative fuels to meet a standard of 50% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions compared to other fuels.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Life Cycle Associates will conduct the environmental analysis for the DG Energy Program, a large scale alternative energy project by The D’Arcinoff Group, Inc. (DG) DG) that converts natural gas and biomass to renewable liquid fuel and power. Earlier post.).

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