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Blue Bird first to offer ultra-low NOx, Type-C school bus fueled by compressed natural gas

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School districts and transportation contractors can now purchase buses fueled by compressed natural gas that are 90% cleaner than the national emissions standard, opening more opportunities for funding that supports reduced emissions. As a lower-carbon fuel, CNG is naturally cleaner than diesel and gasoline. V10 engine.

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EU research project IDEALFUEL seeks to develop marine low-sulfur heavy fuel oils from biomass; Bio-HFO

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The IDEALFUEL project aims to create sustainable alternatives by developing new efficient and low-cost methods to produce low-sulfur heavy fuel oils from wood-based non-food biomass. Although cleaner fuels are available, many companies opt for HFOs due to their low cost.

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Shell, ITM Power to install 10MW electrolyzer for refinery hydrogen

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Electrolysis using low-cost renewable electricity could be a key technology for CO 2 -free hydrogen production in the Shell Rheinland Refinery. Hydrogen is a promising technology, even beyond direct use as a cleaner fuel for transport. This project would allow us to test new technologies in the refinery context.

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Raízen breaks ground on Iogen cellulosic ethanol facility in Brazil

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Iogen Energy, the original owner of the technology, has granted comprehensive licenses to both Raízen and Iogen Corp. We see tremendous potential for this technology in meeting the world’s growing demand for cleaner and more sustainable fuels, and we anticipate a long and profitable future. —Vasco Dias, CEO of Raízen.

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How to Choose the Right Vehicle for Your Fleet

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Evaluating the carbon footprint of your fleet and opting for cleaner alternatives can have financial benefits, too, with many governments and municipalities offering incentives for environmentally friendly fleets. Electric and Hybrid Options The rise of electric and hybrid technology is revolutionizing the commercial vehicle sector.

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Department of Energy Announces $57M for Small Businesses in Phase III Xlerator Program; Algal Biofuels, Advanced Vehicle Technologies and Fuel Cells Included

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Other awards included funding for renewable energy resources, industrial and building energy efficiency, a modernized electricity grid, cleaner fossil fuels, and the next generation of nuclear power. Companies that had previously received DOE SBIR or STTR funding were eligible to apply for the Phase III grants. DOE Funding: $3,000,000.

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California ARB Report Finds Fine Particle Air Pollution Responsible for 9,000 Premature Deaths in State Each Year; Based on US EPA Peer-Reviewed Study

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In 2006, voters approved Proposition 1B, a $1-billion bond initiative to transition to cleaner technologies and clean up emissions from school buses, heavy-duty trucks and diesel equipment. Additionally, up to $140 million annually is available through the Carl Moyer grants which are designated for early or extra emission reductions.

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