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Fuel for Thought: Understanding Transportation Fuels and Alternatives
Until recently, when we thought about motor vehicle fuels, we thought simply in terms of gasoline or diesel fuel. These fuels were derived from crude oil and are currently used worldwide. Recently things have become more complicated with the introduction of several alternative fuels. This is one of a series of articles on alternate sources […]
American Lung Association and United Soybean Board Launch Biobased Academy Fleet Training Program
America’s fleet leaders have a new tool to support sustainability and worker health thanks to a partnership between the United Soybean Board and the American Lung Association. The ALA Biobased Academy® is a comprehensive online training program designed to educate fleet and facility professionals and technicians on the operational, health, safety, and environmental benefits of […]
Pace Makes Progress on 2040 Zero-Emission Goal – Case Study
Additional electric bus purchase approved; Facilities studies advance Pace’s strategic vision plan, Driving Innovation, includes operating a zero-emission fleet by 2040. Converting a fleet of more than 700 buses to zero emissions is a logistical challenge, but Pace is ready for the task. As the demand for electric buses far outweighs the supply, it is critical […]
USDA to Host Biofuel Infrastructure Webinars
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened a 90-day application window for Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program grants. The cost-share grants can meet up to 50% (or $5 million) of eligible costs for projects that install, retrofit or upgrade infrastructure to support consumer access to B5 and higher blends. The applications must be submitted through the […]
WasteNot Compost, From Bike to Nation’s Largest EV Waste Management Fleet – Case Study
CEO Liam Donnelly began WasteNot Compost in 2012, operating originally on bike & trailer to collect from his customers. Surging demand coupled with rapid service area expansion required a transformation of his bike operation to something more capable. Dedicated to delivering a sustainable service sustainably, Donnelly has transformed WasteNot into not only the first all-electric […]
Chicago-Area Communities See Benefits of Biodiesel – Case Study
Biodiesel blends of 20%, also known as B20, are growing in popularity. Here are stories of three suburban Chicago communities that have committed to B20, and the many benefits they’ve received. Illinois communities have been on the leading edge of biodiesel use for years. They were initially motivated by a state directive in 2006 to […]