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As states continue to use less coal for electricity, driving electric vehicles becomes even cleaner

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West Virginia. West Virginia. West Virginia. The table below shows the top 10 states in terms of the percentage of electricity generated from coal in 2008, 2018, and 2020. from coal. North Dakota.

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EQT launches pilot program to convert Marcellus drilling rigs to LNG

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This program marks the first LNG rig conversion in the Marcellus Shale and will provide a cleaner burning alternative fuel for the region’s drilling operations. The LNG being used for EQT’s pilot program is produced locally from Marcellus natural gas reserves.

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EPA announces $46M for latest Diesel Emissions Reduction Act funding

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Over the last three years, EPA has provided nearly $300 million in grants and rebates to modernize diesel fleets with cleaner heavy-duty trucks and equipment, according to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. Under this competition, EPA anticipates awarding between 40 and 70 assistance agreements. Background.

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EPA announces ~$44M in DERA funding to reduce emissions from diesel engines

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Applicants may request funding to upgrade or replace diesel-powered buses, trucks, marine engines, locomotives and nonroad equipment with newer, cleaner technologies. Region 3 (Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia) will accept proposals requesting up to $2,500,000 in grant funds.

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GreenPower delivers its first electric school bus in Arizona

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Deborah Gonzalez, the Phoenix Elementary School District superintendent, said, “We are grateful to our community for passing bonds that allow us to invest in fostering a cleaner environment for our students, drivers, and community.”

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GE Durathon batteries successfully power underground mining scoop

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In trials, GE’s sodium metal halide Durathon batteries ( earlier post ) have successfully powered GE Mining’s Scoop, an underground vehicle that transports mining materials, at Coal River Energy, LLC in Alum Creek, West Virginia.

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DOE announces $139M in funding for 55 projects to advance innovative vehicle technologies

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Helping America’s Rural Counties Transition to Cleaner Fuels and Vehicles. West Virginia University Research Corporation. Develop and demonstrate a propane powered cabin heating system for battery- electric buses. Transportation Energy Partnership. 1,085,682.