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California Energy Commission publishes investment plan for alt and renewable fuel and vehicle technology, 2014-2015

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2015 Investment Plan Update covers the sixth year of the program and reflects laws, executive orders, and policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, petroleum dependence, and criteria emissions. carbon alternative fuels, fueling infrastructure, and advanced vehicle technologies. million for natural gas fueling stations.

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High Performance Computing key enabler for accelerating development of high efficiency engines

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Next-generation engines will likely operate at higher pressures, with greater amounts of dilution and utilize alternative fuels that exhibit a wide range of chemical and physical properties. Fuel spray processes. However, designers now primarily use empirical methods that limit the efficiency achievable.

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California Energy Commission Adopts $176M Green Transportation Plan

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The Alternative and Renewable Fuels Vehicle Technology Program was established by Assembly Bill 118 (Núñez, Chapter 750, Statutes of 2007) and is an essential element of the California's climate change and energy policies. Vehicles are the major contributor to global warming pollution. Vice Chair James Boyd.

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Scania unveils new heavy-duty global engine platform

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Eleven EEV engines between 230 and 730 hp include one ethanol and two gas/biogas versions. Scania customers can choose between EGR and SCR technology, provided that low-sulfur fuel (less than 10 ppm) is available in the market. Alternative fuels. The range of sixteen Euro 5 engines spans from 230 to 620 hp.

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