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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Driers filling up their cars with petrol and diesel are used to the little things. Now, even EVs get to enjoy shade, water, windscreen cleaners and even a bin. The post At last, an EV fast charging site with shade, water, a windscreen washer, and even a bin appeared first on The Driven.

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Water Charging Petrol Cleaner 120

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OCTOBER 11, 2021

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is helping a client develop a simple post-refinery treatment process that reduces exhaust emissions from diesel engines by overcoming the soot/nitrogen oxides (NO x ) reduction trade-off that has plagued engine researchers for decades. The first is a non-polar substance and the second is a bipolar mixture.

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Cleaner Diesel Engine Fuel 321

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

At the 17 th Supercharging conference this week in Dresden, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) will launch what it says is the first water-cooled electric supercharger developed for “quasi-continuous” boosting of commercial diesel engines, including those developed for off highway applications. —Andy Dickinson.

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Water Engine Commercial Diesel 370

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JUNE 12, 2020

The independent testing on a generator showed the unit reduced diesel consumption in the range of 5–13%, lowered diesel particulate matter emissions by 25–80% and removed 7–25% of carbon monoxide. Wilson said based on a diesel price of A$1 a liter (US$2.62/gallon

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APRIL 20, 2018

For the first time, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has published state-by-state energy and water Sankey diagrams in one location so that analysts and policymakers can find all the information they need in one place. General location of energy and water categories. Energy and water generally “flows” from left to right.

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AUGUST 3, 2020

Anelise Lara, the head of Petrobras’ refining, announced that the company is ready to begin production of renewable diesel from soy or other edible oils at commercial scale. Petrobras recently successfully concluded tests on an industrial scale for the production of renewable diesel.

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AUGUST 4, 2016

The new Ford EcoBlue diesel engine production line at Dagenham Engine Plant will reduce water and energy consumption by more than 50%. Dagenham Engine Plant is Ford’s largest diesel engine production facility globally, and produced the first EcoBlue diesel engine ( earlier post ) in April this year. The all-new 2.0-liter

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Water Diesel Engine Energy 150

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MAY 16, 2021

During their experiments, the scientists happened to notice that a strange odor developed when commercial cement was mixed with water. Of the organic matter present in cement, phthalates have the highest effect on deterioration more than phosphates and AE water reducing agents. CT scans showing cracks in damaged concrete.

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Exhaust Diesel Water Maintenance 391

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MARCH 14, 2019

Researchers have identified two strains of diesel-degrading bacteria in pristine Antarctic soil and their optimal working conditions. Pollution from petroleum hydrocarbons such as diesel, which is widely used for heating, transportation and power generation poses a threat to wildlife in Antarctica.

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Diesel Pollution Malaysia Clean 301

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FEBRUARY 16, 2018

The life-cycle water consumption of fuel cell electric vehicles using hydrogen produced from natural gas with steam methane reforming is almost 50% less than the life-cycle water consumption of conventional internal combustion engine vehicles using gasoline, according to a study by researchers at Argonne National Laboratory (ANL).

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APRIL 26, 2023

Raven SR, a renewable fuels company ( earlier post ), and Cap Clean Energy, a clean energy development company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to co-develop biofuels facilities in Canada to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel (RD) for the heavy duty transport sector.

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Renewable Clean Cleaning Diesel 199

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 27, 2022

Diesel boats step aside, there is a new electric ferry in town and it flies wake-free with an assist from hydrofoil wings.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2019

(NEXT) and Shell Trading (US) Company (Shell) have entered a long-term purchase and sale agreement for the purchase of renewable diesel from NEXT’s planned Port Westward, Oregon facility. generation advanced biofuels, including renewable diesel, renewable propane and renewable naphtha to supply contracted off?

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

has developed proprietary, breakthrough processes that convert either low-carbon isobutanol or low-value fusel oils—a mixture of alcohols that are byproducts from fermentation processes such as alcohol production—into renewable diesel. Gevo expects this to open yet another door for Gevo products.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Diesel cars are a popular choice for those looking to buy a used vehicle in Asia, Europe, and elsewhere. After all, diesel cars cost less to maintain, burn less fuel, and have a longer engine life. To reduce emissions, diesel vehicles use filters that catch exhaust particles and other contaminants.

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Carbon Diesel Emissions Bangladesh 106

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DECEMBER 11, 2019

Rolls-Royce and Canadian vessel designers Robert Allan have developed the world’s first shallow-water push boat powered by LNG natural gas engines. LNG engines produce no particulate whatsoever, emitting significantly less NO x than diesel engines. In addition, gas, where available, offers lower running costs.

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Water Power Powered Mariner 195

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DECEMBER 22, 2018

Finland-based Neste has submitted three new Tier 2 Pathways for California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) for renewable diesel produced at its Porvoo, Finland refinery. Two pathways are for Renewable Diesel from Tallow & Animal Fat and one is for Renewable Diesel from Used Cooking Oil (UCO). gCO 2 e/MJ.

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JANUARY 21, 2010

(CTI) new HydroFuel water-diesel blend indicates that using 10-20% water-in-oil emulsion (diesel) allows the reduction of fuel consumption by up to 12% and reduces the emission of NO x by 40%, and that of sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide by 50%.

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Water Diesel Cleaner Emissions Mariner 186

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MARCH 22, 2014

liter diesel, prominently showing the closely attached exhaust aftertreatment system. liter TDI diesel (EA288) will eventually replace all the 2.0-liter liter TDI Clean Diesel engines fitted in Audi and Volkswagen TDI Clean Diesel models, and as such, is a strategically important engine. The new MDB EA288 diesel.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2018

liter EcoBlue diesel, both paired with a new 8-speed automatic. EcoBlue diesel to deliver an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of at least 30 mpg (7.8 liter EcoBlue diesel engine fuel economy estimates are expected in early 2019. The wagon, which comes in 5- or 7-passenger models, offers a choice between a new 2.0-liter

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DECEMBER 12, 2017

Nestlé Waters North America’s is deploying more than 400 additional medium-duty beverage delivery trucks fueled by propane autogas. Based on the proven emissions reduction compared with our older diesel units, and lower fuel and total cost of ownership, we knew this was the right application for us within the alternative fuel space.

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Water Fleet Alternative Fuels Fuel 150

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Audi has introduced the latest version of the SQ5 TDI diesel. The SQ5 TDI was first introduced in the fall of 2012 as the first Audi S model powered by a diesel engine. The intercooler has been changed over from an air/air cooler in the bumper to an indirect water/air cooler in the inside V of the engine. lb-ft) of torque.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2018

announced that planning is underway for the construction of a large-scale renewable diesel plant on the US West Coast. The plant would utilize REG’s proprietary Bio-Synfining technology for the production of renewable diesel fuel. Phillips 66 and Renewable Energy Group, Inc. removing sulfur molecules (hydrodesulfurization) ?from

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Renewable Diesel Energy Washington 278

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DECEMBER 17, 2019

A novel oxygenate molecule that can be produced from biomass shows promise for use as a blend for diesel fuel, according to researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The molecule, 4-butoxyheptane, contains oxygen while conventional petroleum-derived diesel fuel comprises hydrocarbons. —Derek Vardon.

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MARCH 6, 2014

High-pressure water jetting at pressures of up to 3000 bar (45,500 psi) is becoming increasingly widespread as a method of activating the cylinder bore surfaces of engine blocks prior to thermal coating. High-pressure water jetting as employed in today’s activation processes uses pressures of at least 2500 bar.

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Water Engine Downsizing Clean 225

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OCTOBER 11, 2013

New Duramax 4-cylinder diesel. Chevrolet Sales Thailand introduced the new-generation MY14 Duramax four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine in 2.5- liter diesel delivers 11% more power and 6% more torque, while consuming 4.3% When we launched the first generation Duramax four-cylinder turbo-diesel engines two years ago, both the 2.5-liter

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NOVEMBER 24, 2018

In Italy, Eni and Hera signed a partnership agreement with the aim of converting used vegetable oil into renewable diesel for Hera’s waste collection vehicles. Green Diesel—renewable diesel—is produced by Ecofining technology developed in Eni’s laboratories in collaboration with Honeywell UOP.

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Cars That Think

APRIL 16, 2024

And in the aftermath of a natural disaster like a tornado or wildfire, the vehicle, called H2Rescue , can supply electric power and potable water to survivors while acting as a temperature-controlled command center for rescue personnel. Any time the fuel cell is producing energy to move the vehicle or to export power, it’s generating water.”

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Hydrogen Water Diesel Fuel 142

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MARCH 26, 2021

A large-scale demonstration converting biocrude to renewable diesel fuel has passed a significant test, operating for more than 2,000 hours continuously without losing effectiveness. Ultimately, the project will result in a database of findings from various manures and sludges, which could help decide how facilities can scale up economically.

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JUNE 11, 2018

MAN Diesel & Turbo Schweiz AG has signed a cooperation agreement with ABB Switzerland for the development, production and commercialization of a three-way energy-storage system. At MAN Diesel & Turbo we have made it our mission to drive the transition towards a carbon-neutral world. Uwe Lauber, CEO of MAN Diesel & Turbo.

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MAY 4, 2018

The New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) will, for the first time, use renewable diesel, a low-emissions, 99% petroleum-free fuel, to power more than 1,000 City government vehicles, including in large vehicles such as sanitation trucks. removing sulfur molecules (hydrodesulfurization) ?from

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MAY 10, 2023

This project will complete key engineering design and demonstration tests to enable cost-competitive, carbon-neutral production of synthetic jet fuel and diesel using nuclear energy from existing light water reactors.

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JUNE 10, 2014

liter clean diesel engine making use of the company’s next-generation SKYACTIV technology. liter diesel unit in the Mazda Hazumi concept at the Geneva Motor Show in March. clean diesel engine available in models such as the Mazda CX-5, the SKYACTIV-D 1.5 diesels use a compression ratio of 14:1.) a newly developed 1.5-liter

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Diesel Mazda Fuel Economy Clean 239

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NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Together with the partners Ineratec GmbH ( earlier post ) and Energiedienst Holding AG , the company has plans for a new pilot facility for the production of e-diesel in Laufenburg, in Canton Aargau (Switzerland). The company is now taking the next step in e-diesel production. Audi is systematically building on its e-fuels strategy.

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JANUARY 31, 2012

Borla will combine this with its diesel exhaust technology to create a low-cost, novel system that doubles as a device to extract potable water from diesel and other internal combustion exhaust. The heat recovered could serve to preheat boiler feed water, thus providing an energy savings.

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Exhaust Water Industrial Industry 246

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DECEMBER 14, 2017

Researchers at the Naval Air Warfare Center, China Lake have synthesized a new class of renewable diesel fuels from a methyl ketone and diols including 2,3-butanediol, 1,2-propanediol, and ethylene glycol. These values are 20–30 units higher than conventional biodiesel and 40–50 units higher than petroleum-derived diesel fuel.

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Diesel Renewable Fuel China 207

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AUGUST 27, 2022

The Coradia iLint trains were developed by Alstom as an alternative to conventional diesel trains. The systems allow the train to emit only steam and condensed water while in service and operate with low noise levels that improve both operator and passenger comfort.

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