All U.S. States Show Promise for Alternative Fuel Deployment
When it comes to the world of alternative fuel deployment, it’s a common mantra that no single technology will be the “silver bullet” for reducing the consumption of conventional fuels like diesel and gasoline. Instead, a combination of all viable fuels and vehicle technologies is necessary to improve the nation’s energy security and reduce environmental […]
CNG Vehicle Fueling Animation
From the Alternative Fuels Data Center: Use this interactive animation to learn more about how the outside temperature and fill speeds affect the final fill volume in compressed natural gas vehicle tanks. Learn more about filling CNG vehicle tanks.
E15 Expanding Across the Southern U.S.
BOCA RATON, Fla. — The South will soon welcome E15 to its part of the country, along with more E85. Protec Fuel is joining forces with fuel retailers in metropolitan areas in the South and Southeast in opening 28 E15 and E85 stations. This will be the first phase of a multi-phase introduction of E15 […]
Question of the Month
What fuel-specific information is available through the Alternative Fuels Data Center’s (AFDC) Station Locator website? Answer: Most Clean Cities coordinators and stakeholders are familiar with the AFDC Station Locator website (http://www.afdc.energy.gov/locator/stations/) and the general station information listed there, such as the address, phone number, hours of operation, payments accepted, and who can access the station. […]
Westport Expands 2015 Vehicle Line-Up with All-New Transit Van and Cutaway
From Westport WiNG Westport is expanding its 2015 vehicle lineup with natural gas fueling options for companies who are adding the all-new Ford Transit Van and Cutaway to their fleet. As Ford’s largest qualified vehicle modifier, Westport is offering the 2015 Ford Transit Van and Cutaway as a dedicated natural gas (CNG) Westport WiNG™ Power […]
Grant money available to make school buses cleaner
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2014 – from TCEQ The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality announced today that grant applications are now being accepted from schools statewide to retrofit eligible diesel-powered school buses with emissions-reduction technology. This grant opportunity is open to all public and charter schools in Texas that operate one or more diesel-powered school buses. A […]