Last Tuesday’s Propane Autogas event saw more than 30 fleet managers, drivers, and propane autogas professionals come together to discuss the benefits of this alternative transportation fuel. (Presentation materials available below.) The main message: propane autogas vehicles have proven performance records, can save fleet operators money, and are available now. Guest speakers Eric Bates (ROUSH[…]
Propane Autogas in the San Diego Region The most widely used alternative fuel in the world A domestically produced “green” alternative fuel that saves fleets money while significantly reducing harmful emissions, propane autogas, or liquid petroleum gas, is on the rise. Join the San Diego Clean Cities Coalition to learn about more about autogas and[…]
The San Diego Air Pollution Control District (APCD) announced today that they are now accepting applications for projects to be funded under the Carl Moyer Program. Approximately $3 million is available to “owners of eligible commercial vehicles and equipment that include: heavy-duty diesel trucks, marine vessels, locomotives, agriculture, emergency vehicle, and off-road equipment.” Funding will[…]
Here are some articles about what’s been happening with some alternative fuels in the last week. For fuel cells, GM and Honda announced they would collaborate on fuel cell development (NY Times) while Toyota hopes to repeat its Prius success with fuel cells – Toyota to offer fuel cell vehicle in 2015 (SF Chronicle). As[…]
Westport, a leader in natural gas engines, has just announced its next free webinar aimed at helping fleets shift to using natural gas. This looks to be a potentially beneficial hour for any fleet manager considering making the switch to natural gas vehicles. Westport’s email announcement states: “Making the Shift to Natural Gas: Best Practices[…]
A recent article in the Voice of San Diego looks at the challenges facing algal fuels and renewables even as local company Cellana signs a big deal with Finnish oil company. Some of the highlights: Investments in clean energy companies down 55% since 2004 Algal fuel still costs roughly twice what fossil fuels cost Cellana[…]
Give your old, gasoline-using lawnmowers to the County and get a new and improved model for free. On Saturday May 11, the County of San Diego is hosting its 14th Annual Lawnmower Trade-in Event. Starting at 8:00AM, San Diego County residents can get their old lawnmowers replaced by a new electric-powered Black & Decker mower.[…]
The EPA recently released its 2012 report on light duty automotive technology, CO2 emissions, and fuel efficiency. New to the report this year, due to the ever increasing selection of EVs, HEVs, and PHEVs, is Section VIII titled Alternative Fuel Vehicle Trends. In addition to this section, the report covered several interesting topics related to[…]
Are you curious about biofuels? Have you ever wondered what the future looks like for biodiesel and ethanol? If so, you do not want to miss this event! April 16, 2013 will be our next Clean Cities Coalition event. We will be holding a panel discussion with key biofuel users and and providers in San[…]
The demand for new battery technology for EVs and large scale power storage is driving investment and entrepreneurs into battery technology and development. There are several new start-ups working on new battery chemistry, nanotechnology, and high density structures for EVs and the grid. Several of these new startups are receiving grant funding from the DOE[…]