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Three sustainable marine fuels showcased at Miami International Boat Show

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The North American recreational boating industry showcased three sustainable marine fuels during an opening day event at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. Sustainable marine fuels minimize CO 2 emissions from recreational boating while maintaining boats’ range and performance.

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Miami-Dade purchases 33 Proterra Catalyst E2 electric buses and Proterra charging systems; largest EV bus order on East Coast

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Miami-Dade, Florida, has agreed to purchase 33, 40-foot Proterra Catalyst E2 electric buses with DuoPower drivetrain technology and up to 75 plug-in Proterra chargers. With 33 electric buses and charging systems, Miami-Dade represents the largest electric bus order on the East Coast. —Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Giménez.

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Miami-Dade County orders 29 more hydraulic hybrid refuse trucks featuring Parker’s RunWise System

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Miami-Dade County, Fla., placed its third order for Autocar E3 hybrid refuse trucks that feature Parker’s fuel-saving RunWise Advanced Series Hybrid Drive System. The hydraulic hybrid technology can reduce fuel consumption by up to 50%. Earlier post.) The additional purchase of 29 new hybrid trucks brings the total fleet to 64.

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British Airways challenges UK universities to develop a new generation of sustainable aviation fuel; part of $400M investment from parent

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As British Airways looks towards its Centenary next year, the airline, in collaboration with Cranfield University, has challenged academics from across the UK to develop a sustainable alternative fuel which could power a commercial aircraft on a long-haul flight, carrying up to 300 customers with zero net emissions.

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Lehr to introduce propane-fueled outboard engine at the Miami International Boat Show

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a company that patented the use of propane canisters to fuel small engines, is introducing the first OEM marine outboard engines that run on propane. Lehr propane-fueled outboard engine. Lehr, Inc., No choke, no priming, no carburetor gum-up & no winterizing. No choke, no priming, no carburetor gum-up & no winterizing.

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FT and FT blends significantly reduce gaseous and particulate emissions compared to conventional JP-8 fuel in helicopter engine

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The goal of their study was to understand how alternative fuels affect the primary PM emissions, the semi-volatile nature of the these emissions, and the potential for the emissions to form secondary PM. A paper on the results is published in the ACS journal Energy & Fuels. 1 and 10 2 ?g

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Wärtsilä to provide engines, emissions control and navigational control for new Virgin Voyages cruise ship fleet

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The technologically advanced Wärtsilä 46F engine represents best-in-class fuel economy, and excellent power-to-weight and power-to-space ratios. Significant reductions in the emissions of nitrogen NO x and particulates will be made possible by the Wärtsilä SCR system. The other two vessels will be delivered in 2021 and 2022.

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