Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2012

The West Virginia University (WVU)-based National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium ( NAFTC ) has created a suite of modern technology products that put knowledge about specific electric drive and alternative fuel vehicles at the fingertips of first responders. This version of the QRG is available for a nominal cost.

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Alternative Fuels West Virginia Fuel Vehicles 225

Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2020

(ANGP) and Ingevity, the ANG system is made possible by the performance of Ingevity’s Nuchar activated carbon that significantly lowers the natural gas storage pressure, reduces the system’s complexity and captures the environmental benefits and cost savings of natural gas when used as a transportation fuel.

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Gas F-150 Fuel Energy 415

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Fuels: the energy source used to power vehicles and the facilities that produce them. Transitioning away from conventional ICE vehicles is part of the solution, but there must be an adequate supply of zero-carbon alternative fuel and distribution is available to power these vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2022

The benefits of methanol are that it is relatively inexpensive to produce, is widely available, and easy to store. This will include the use of future carbon-free fuels and other integrated technology solutions. It is made using hydrogen from renewable-sourced electricity and recaptured carbon.

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Engine Mariner Wind Alternative Fuels 366

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Similarly, the hydrogen will be delivered to customers directly through simple decompression from the ship’s cargo tanks, largely utilizing the energy stored in the cargo tanks, and there will be no need for facilities at the receiving terminal to store and/or crack, change, or regas the cargo before distribution.

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Hydrogen Design Store Gas-Electric 259

Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2021

Sustainable Fuels. FedEx will continue to invest in alternative fuels to reduce aircraft and vehicle emissions. Fuel Conservation and Aircraft Modernization. FedEx will build on its successful FedEx Fuel Sense initiatives designed to reduce fuel consumption in its aircraft.

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Carbon Emissions Store Alternative Fuels 186

Blink Charging

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

And this is where truck stops and roadside convenience stores come into play. Drivers are already used to stopping at these types of places to fuel their internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, so it only makes sense that EV drivers would also associate these types of businesses with refueling for their vehicles.

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Store Installation Electric Vehicles Tax Credit 104

Green Car Congress

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.

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Fleet Grant Renewable Diesel 320

Baua Electric

MARCH 5, 2024

The company is looking to establish India as a technical hub for research and development while exploring new offerings in the alternative fuel market. Plastic Omnium is a key player in the car module space with its bumpers and tailgates, and exterior systems as well as in plastic fuel tank systems.

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India Sale Carbon Fiber Alternative Fuels 52

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2022

estimated that with conversion by hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) and upgrading, the wet waste resource availability in the United States could be converted to jet fuel that is equivalent to about 24% of the U.S. Skaggs et al. demand in 2016.

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Waste Diesel Renewable Convert 434

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

The hybrid systems were partially funded by Drive Clean Chicago, a program that aims to accelerate the adoption of alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure in Chicago. Hydraulic pumps and a lightweight accumulator brake the vehicle, store the braking energy, and then use that stored energy to provide power to the wheels.

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Fleet Hybrid Chicago Store 150

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The NEVI Formula program requires EV charging stations to be available every 50 miles and within one travel mile of the Alternative Fuel Corridor. Nine other projects also received NEVI funding in Tennessee’s first round. The EnviroSpark team chose a Waffle House because it’s 24/7, ticking one of the NEVI program’s boxes.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 7, 2014

Alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs)—including battery-electric (BEVs), plug-in hybrid (PHEVs), propane autogas (PAGVs) and natural gas vehicles (NGVs)—will grow from 5.0% As such, the adoption of MHDV alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and fuel efficient technologies varies significantly from region to region.

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Market Alternative Fuels Engine Gas-Electric 273

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Oregon-based Fred Meyer Stores, a division of The Kroger Co. The new LNG trucks will replace 40 diesel trucks currently in use, and will deliver product to Fred Meyer stores as far south as Corvallis, Ore., LNG is a viable alternative fuel for Kroger in the future. and as far north as Longview, Wash.

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Diesel Oregon North Carolina Fleet 255

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

SMMT figures also revealed that alternatively-fueled vehicle registrations accounted for 2,859 units in January 2013, up 25% from January 2013, resulting in a 1.8% A total of 154,562 new cars were registered in the UK in January, up 7.6%. according to figures from the UK’s Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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Nissan Lithium Ion 2013 Alternative Fuels 199

Green Car Congress

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 Operations.

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Companies Fuel Alternative Fuels Turkey 220

EV Adoption

APRIL 9, 2023

As of April 6, 2023, using Alternative Fuel Data Center (AFDC) data, 285 Walmart/Sam’s Club stores had DC fast chargers. Target has the second most with 178, 108 less than Walmart, and convenience store chains WaWa (127) and Sheetz (91) rank third and fourth. The reason is simple.

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DC Charging Store America 52

Green Car Congress

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. OBD also aides with the diagnosis of emissions related faults and repair of emissions equipment.

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Grant Gas Engine Alternative Fuels 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

15 years ago, the Norwegian cluster was looking into opportunities for gas-fueled ships. 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.

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Battery Powered Industrial Industry Power 250

Green Car Congress

JUNE 20, 2014

BlackPak plans to build a storage system from carbon materials that will allow natural gas to be stored at a lower pressure. Alternative Fuel Readiness Plans: The Commission also approved two more ARFVTP projects to help various regions of the State develop strategies for the deployment of alternative fuel infrastructure.

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California Energy San Diego San Francisco 225

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Hydrogen will come to play an increasingly important role in storing and transporting energy. We know exactly what fuel characteristics our engines need in order to operate with minimal impact on the climate. Which is why the German government’s support for the project is an important signal. —Christian Bruch, CEO Siemens Energy.

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Chile Porsche Climate Energy 221

Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2016

Propel is the largest retailer of low-carbon fuels in California, operating stations across the state, and providing commercial and bulk delivery for business and government fleets. Drivers can find the nearest Propel locations and fuel pricing by downloading Propel’s mobile app, available in the Android and Apple app stores.

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Renewable Fleet Diesel Alternative Fuels 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2016

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) rolled out its new fleet of 77 buses fueled by propane autogas. The alternatively fueled buses will help the agency reduce its operating costs, and will reduce emissions by 2 million pounds per year. MTS purchased 31 minibuses and 46 paratransit buses fueled by propane.

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San Diego Ford Fuel Alternative Fuels 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

According to the US Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center, renewable diesel’s high combustion quality results in similar or better vehicle performance compared to conventional diesel, while California Air Resources Board studies show that renewable diesel can reach up to 70% greenhouse gas reduction compared to petroleum diesel.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2013

The consortium has been formed in parallel to a draft European Directive to promote the development of alternative fuels such as electricity and hydrogen, which is currently being considered by the European Parliament and the European Council. To join the consortium, contact AFHyPaC.

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France Hydrogen International Vehicles 334

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium at West Virginia University (WVU) has received a $1.15-million million grant to develop the state’s second hydrogen production-fueling station. The resulting hydrogen will be stored as a gas at a pressure of up to 5,000 psi (345 bar). and will continue through 30 Sept.

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West Virginia Virginia Hydrogen Grant 199

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 18, 2013

With the transition from a diesel-fueled fleet to trucks powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), Lowe’s expects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions nearly 20% and control fuel costs as it transports up to 68 truckloads each day to stores in Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2013

The new partners announced today join with 18 other major national companies that are improving the fuel economy of their commercial fleets, integrating alternative fuels such as natural gas and electricity into their daily operations and reducing their overall fuel use.

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Charging Alternative Fuels Fleet Clean 199

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

It is based around a modular platform (standard freight containers) and can be expanded at any point after the initial installation enabling a staged roll-out of hydrogen fuel. HFuel generates hydrogen by electrolysis, compresses it, stores it and dispenses the gas on demand at high pressure (nominally 350 bar/35MPa).

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Hydrogen Alternative Fuels Store 2010 199

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2015

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Fuel Cell Technologies Office (FCTO) has issued a request for information (RFI) ( DE-FOA-0001420 ) on advanced thermal insulation for sub-ambient temperature alternative fuel onboard storage systems. Background.

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Gas Fuel Hydrogen Alternative Fuels 150

Driivz

JANUARY 28, 2024

Intended to remove the speedbumps from building a high-speed EV charging network along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors , NEVI grants cover up to 80% of the cost of new or upgraded EV charging infrastructure. Teaming is encouraged!

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Charging Puerto Rico District of Columbia Alternative Fuels 52

Green Car Congress

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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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 26, 2023

With the automotive industry now keen on propulsion systems that don’t emit a lot of carbon, we’ve seen decades of manufacturers toying with alternative fuels. It’s relatively energy intensive to produce and brutally difficult to store.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

million) research project to investigate the use of alternative fuels that could offer customers the power and performance of modern internal combustion engines with environmental benefits comparable to an electric vehicle. Like liquefied petroleum gas, DME must be stored in a slightly pressurized tank. million (US$3.9-million)

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EV Adoption

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Analysis of US property types using the Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC) database reveals that hotels are far and away the most popular property type with at least one EV charger on site.

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Charging Alternative Fuels Volt Store 111

Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

In John Petsche's case, he not only built a motorcycle that runs on store-bought vegetable oil, he managed to take home a world speed record for the 350cc Alternate Fuel class. Combine a whole bunch of parts from motorcycles, go-karts, industrial machinery, and even generators, and what do you get?

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Motorcycles Alternative Fuels Store Oil 94

Green Car Congress

MARCH 19, 2012

The gases can thereby be stored and transported as a liquid, and used later in carbon-neutral energy applications, simply by adjusting the pH. Scientists at the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory and collaborators have developed a novel catalyst that uses CO 2 and hydrogen to store energy in formic acid.

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