Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2011

In conjunction with the Memorandum, the General Services Administration (GSA) launched a pilot project to incorporate electric vehicles and technologies into the Federal fleet. Optimum fleet size. In addition, the VAM shall address composition for agencies’ light-duty fleets based on their missions.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 13, 2011

Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell has signed two pieces of legislation that promote the use of natural gas, electric or other alternative-fueled vehicles in the Commonwealth. He also signed a new executive order setting out the state alternative fuel plan required by House Bill 2282. —Governor McDonnell. Legislation.

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Alternative Fuels Virginia Gas-Electric Fuel 236

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2020

There are new opportunities in all commercial vehicle classes to increase efficiency and to introduce alternative fuel sources such as electricity, natural gas, biofuels, and hydrogen. Internal Combustion Engine, Powertrain, Fuels and Emssions Control. Batteries, Electrification, and Charging of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks.

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Hydrogen Affordable Alternative Fuels 2020 186

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2014

This is a landmark step in revitalizing our aging fleet and replacing expensive internal combustion engine vehicles with cutting-edge EV technology, all while reducing our dependence on oil and saving Indianapolis taxpayers thousands in fuel costs each year.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 9, 2022

Despite higher upfront costs, eco-friendly vehicles are better for not only the planet, but also your wallet. A study conducted by a team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) compared the lifetime costs of owning a gas-powered vehicle versus that of owning an eco-friendly vehicle. Hybrids and EVs can cost you less.

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Nickel Metal Hydride Lithium Ion Cars Cost Of 84

Green Car Congress

MAY 10, 2018

The building energy efficiency standards, which are the first in the nation to require solar, will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by an amount equivalent to taking 115,000 fossil-fuel cars off the road, CEC said.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2009

An IntelliChoice.com survey finds that most 2009 US hybrid and clean diesel cars, trucks and SUVs deliver a lower total cost of ownership compared to gasoline versions of the same (or comparable) vehicles. The point we make is that it is not just about fuel. Buyers also need to consider costs such as maintenance and resale value.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 13, 2024

Q: What is your view on the readiness of the component industry for the shift towards adoption of multiple fuel technologies and electric vehicles (EVs) in 2024? The Indian auto component industry is actively embracing the transition towards electric vehicles (EVs) and other alternative fuel technologies.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2013

LNG is a good alternative to petroleum-based fuel for long-haul delivery fleets as it is abundant and produces reduced emissions at less cost. We plan expansion through infrastructure partnerships and a broader fleet in states that are leading the way to make alternative fuel vehicles economically feasible.

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Las Vegas Purchase 2014 Building 273

Green Car Congress

JULY 18, 2016

As the propane-powered fleet ages and associated maintenance costs rise, NPS is working with NREL to use this drive-cycle information to optimize the conversion of 14 of its propane buses to run on electricity. Nearly 60% of NPS-owned vehicles operate on alternative fuels. Each bus pulls a passenger trailer.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2010

Cobalt Technologies has signed an agreement with Fluor Corporation for engineering consulting services as Cobalt gears up to commercialize its cellulosic biobutanol production technology. We believe Cobalt’s technology has great potential and are looking forward to helping them scale up rapidly.

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Corporation Companies Colorado Conversion 186

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2013

The US Department of Energy (DOE) will award up to $9 million in new funding ( DE-FOA-0000828 ) to accelerate the development of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in four topic areas: fuel-cell hybrid medium-duty trucks; advanced hydrogen refueling components; backup power systems; and hydrogen meters. Earlier post.).

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Hydrogen Fuel Hybrid Maintenance 210

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2016

One initiative, SuperTruck II ( earlier post ), will award $80 million to four projects to develop and to demonstrate cost-effective technologies that more than double the freight efficiency of Class 8 trucks. will design and develop a new more-efficient engine and advanced drivetrain and vehicle technologies. Navistar, Inc.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 29, 2022

Forecasts predict that the Breathe fleet will save 338 tonnes of CO 2 being released into the atmosphere per annum and will also achieve an annual average reduction in CO 2 emissions equivalent to £5,137 in cost per tonne of CO 2. Breathe analytics technology provides the intelligence to manage its operations proactively.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2013

found that the city’s LEAFs will cost 41% less to own and operate than gasoline-powered vehicles. Houston first began using electric vehicles for the environmental benefits they offer, but now we are planning to add even more EVs to our fleet because of the cost savings they bring. A similar study examining Loveland, Colo.

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Houston Fleet Tax Credit Plug-in 312

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

UQM Technologies Inc. will collaborate with New Eagle, a vehicle integrator and supplier of hybrid and electric drive control system technologies and hardware for a variety of vehicle classes and applications as well as electric marine propulsion solutions.

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Mariner Commercial Hybrid Alternative Fuels 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2009

The US Department of Energy has issued a $300-million Funding Opportunity Announcement ( DE-PS26-09NT01236-04 ) for applications for cost-shared projects that expand the use of alternative fueled vehicles and advanced technology vehicles. The other areas of interest include: Refueling Infrastructure for alternative fuels.

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Stimulus Alternative Fuels Golf Cart Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2014

The program’s 2012-2014 plan calls for investing $330 million between 2014 and 2015 in innovative technologies that provide benefits to electric ratepayers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Co., The seven awards approved will fund applied R&D projects that will develop utility-scale renewable energy generation technologies.

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California San Diego Energy Solar 271

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

DOE also announced up to $35 million to advance fuel cell and hydrogen technologies, including enabling the early adoption of fuel cell applications, such as light duty fuel cell electric vehicles. Reducing the cost of electric drive systems from $30/kW to $8/kW. Specific Power. Power Density. kilowatt (kW).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2015

The company expects additional benefits including annual savings of 10 million gallons of fuel and more than $300 million when ORION completes US implementation. Additional environmental benefits and cost reduction savings will be realized when vehicles outside the US are equipped with the technology in future years, the company said.

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Miles Alternative Fuels Fleet 2003 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 20, 2012

The vehicle was delivered with VSE’s prototype RFD6 Re-Power Kit which VSE claims may increase the current vehicle’s fuel efficiency by as much as 75% with a proportionate reduction in the vehicle’s carbon footprint. This solution is alternative fuels capable. If successful, replacing the LLV powertrain will enable the U.S.

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Corporation Engine Fuel Kits 218

Green Car Congress

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. We know exactly what fuel characteristics our engines need in order to operate with minimal impact on the climate. —Porsche CEO Oliver Blume.

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Chile Porsche Climate Energy 221

Blink Charging

OCTOBER 11, 2023

EV fleets offer benefits such as reduced fuel and maintenance costs , helping you achieve your sustainability targets , and even helping your business partners up and down your supply chain achieve their sustainability goals by reducing their Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions. Technology and market readiness resources.

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Fleet Tax Credit Charging Tax 52

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2019

2) We build a technical database containing parameters related to different travel tools, such as initial cost, operation and maintenance cost, life cycle, fuel price, energy efficiency level, annual mileage, and passenger load rate for vehicles that distinguish between fuel types and energy efficiency levels for each travel mode and vehicle.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 31, 2013

The California Air Resources Board (ARB) is holding a public workshop on 17 September 2013, in Diamond Bar, California, to discuss updates to the Zero Emission Bus (ZBus) regulation and to explore the status of, and future developments to, ZBus technology and related systems.

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California Emissions Future 2006 265

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 22, 2012

Through this program, 50 existing city-owned fleet vehicles—including 25 Nissan Leaf EVs—will be outfitted with Zipcar’s FastFleet proprietary fleet sharing technology for use by city employees across all departments. The City of Houston selected Zipcar as its fleet technology provider through a competitive bidding process.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2015

Twelve million dollars will go toward three alternative fuel projects, $4 million will help fund two geothermal projects and $3.5 Linde LLC: $300,000 for operation and maintenance costs and data collection for a new hydrogen refueling station that opened in West Sacramento in December. Modoc County: $1.1

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California Energy Clean Cleaning 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2012

Micro-hybrids and, to a lesser extent, mild hybrids, provide a cost-effective solution to fuel savings to bridge the gap to more disruptive technologies like alternative fuels, plug-in vehicles, and fuel cell vehicles. AGM battery technology will grow nine-fold. million units in the next five years.

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Blink Charging

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The US Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center also has a tool which compares the annual emissions of an EV versus internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle on a national or state level. They come with the latest technology, like driver assist lane tracking, emergency braking, and over-the-air updates. They’re safer.

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Emissions Nashville Electric Electrical 123

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 24, 2022

These prized possessions go for multiple thousands of dollars and cost more in maintenance costs. Check and confirm if you can afford your car’s insurance premiums and maintenance fees for the high-performance engine. Extra Costs. Every car comes with hidden and unhidden costs.

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Blink Charging

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

For hospitals and medical centers with an ambulatory or EMS fleet, switching from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to EVs could save as much as 75% in fleet maintenance costs. With less maintenance and lower fuel costs , switching to an electric fleet can significantly reduce the cost of operating your fleet.

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Charging Tax Credit Fleet Installation 75

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Today, Norway is the front-runner when it comes to LNG-fueled ships. Electricity stored in batteries on board ships is another opportunity in the future energy mix and another technology race has started. When an offshore supply vessel is operating on dynamic positioning, there will be a major fuel saving potential.

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Battery Powered Industrial Industry Power 250

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2012

Communities and utilities receiving the new technology were partially funded under the Wisconsin Clean Transportation Program jointly administered through the Wisconsin State Energy Office and the US Department of Energy Wisconsin Clean Cities Program. The trucks are used for construction and maintenance of the Marshfield utility grid.

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Wisconsin Plug-in Clean Cleaning 199

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

billion over the FY 2015 Enacted level, to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear weapons stockpile in the absence of nuclear testing and manage the research, development, and production activities and associated infrastructure maintenance and modernization needed to meet national nuclear security requirements. Within the $10.7

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2019

SEAT, a member of the Volkswagen Group, continues to spearhead the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) technology, giving customers the widest choice of vehicles that are cleaner, more sustainable and offer even greater efficiency. A CNG vehicle reduces CO 2 emissions by about 25% compared to a gasoline-driven equivalent.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 20, 2024

A small but growing group of analysts, though, are pushing for a zero-emissions technology that already plows the oceans: nuclear propulsion. The first was the American NS Savannah , built in the late 1950s at a cost of $46.9 Today, some 200 nuclear reactors are already operating on 160 vessels , mostly naval ships and submarines.

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Molten Salt Mariner South Korea Water 144

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

This technology adds to efficiency because there is no on-and-off the accelerator pedal eliminating jerky-jerky driving. Electrify America’s charging network were the backbone of our trip Cost Comparison We charged 412.23 kWh over the 1,796-mile trip at an estimated retail cost of $203. Approximate Cost: $20.64

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