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Moving on from LNG Myths

July 26, 2019Stakeholder engagement through in-person LNG demonstrations are an effective tool to frame how LNG can be safely handled, stored, and transported.

TRC

Utilities Poles

Utilities Work Hard to Drive EVs

July 23, 2019California utilities create incentive programs to reduce two major barriers for electric fleets—high infrastructure costs and demand charges.

Fleet Owner

Clean Energy RNG Station Opening in Bronx

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Clean Energy Opens Renewable Natural Gas Station in South Bronx

July 17, 2019Empire Clean Cities, New York City officials, and members of the community joined Clean Energy Fuels Corp. for the grand opening of their RNG fueling station located in New York City.

Empire Clean Cities

Mari Roberts, Frito-Lay

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EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Technology, Efficiency and Strategy Drive Frito-Lay’s Fleet Sustainability

July 16, 2019Mari Roberts, senior director of transportation at Frito-Lay, discusses how the company is at the forefront of sustainability and implementing advanced vehicle technologies and fuel efficiencies.

Climate Mayors Announcement

Climate Mayors EV Purchasing Collaborative Announces More Than 140 Cities and Counties Have Committed to Purchasing Over 2,100 EVs by 2020

July 15, 2019In late June, dozens of mayors took the stage to announce their commitment to purchasing EVs in partnership with the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative.

Electrification Coalition

The Promise (and Potential Pitfall) of VW Settlement Funding

July 10, 2019Fortunately, the first round of VW funds was not a flash-in-the-pan. However, should states fail to consider fleets’ recommendations for the next rounds of funding, the Volkswagen Settlement Funds may be a one-hit-wonder.

TRC

IMO Regulation and its Unknown Impact to Shipping

The Impending IMO Regulation and its Unknown Impact to Shipping

July 2, 2019A looming IMO regulation will require all ocean-going vessels to burn fuel containing no more than 0.5% sulfur. Is the world ready for this massive transition?

TRC

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Workshop at ACT Expo

The Growing Importance of Hydrogen Fuel Cells in Freight and Ports

July 2, 2019The California Hydrogen Business Council recently hosted two workshops focusing on the successful implementation of hydrogen vehicles across the freight and port sectors.

California Hydrogen Business Council (CHBC)

Mike Hasinec - Penske

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EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Penske Truck Leasing is a Proven Innovator in Vehicle Maintenance

July 2, 2019Mike Hasinec, vice president of maintenance at Penske Truck Leasing, talks about success in keeping up with the rapid pace of changing vehicle technology.

Port

We Know How to Nearly Eliminate Emissions at the Ports…Will They Listen?

June 27, 2019Based on a feasibility study, near-zero emission natural gas drayage trucks are a key component to achieve clean air at the ports—starting today and without compromise.

California Natural Gas Vehicle Partnership

Renewable Gas 360

Renewable Gas 360 (Formerly Rethink Methane) Places the Spotlight on All Renewable Gases

June 25, 2019Renewable Gas 360, formerly Rethink Methane, will bring together industry stakeholders to enlighten California policymakers on the economic and environmental benefits of renewable gas.

Renewable Gas 360

Electricity Pricing

How Does Electricity Pricing Affect Fleet Electrification?

June 19, 2019Understanding the mechanics of electricity pricing and how a utility operates can be a critical step in optimizing, and minimizing, the long-term costs of fleet electrification.

TRC

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Trillium Provides New Paradigm for EV Fleet Charging with PowerUP

June 19, 2019Kim Okafor, electric transportation manager at Trillium, discusses how the company has become a leader in sustainability and offers advice to women interested in the transportation sector.

Alternative Fuel Natural Gas UPS Truck

The “Ready Now” Alternative Fuel

June 17, 2019UPS’ significant investment sends a clear statement that RNG is a trusted, “ready now” solution to reducing emissions.

Fleet Owner

From Farm to Tailpipe: How California Dairies Are Supporting Clean Transportation Goals

June 12, 2019On-farm dairy digesters across California produce cost-effective and abundant renewable natural gas (RNG) which can be used as a transportation fuel.

Dairy Cares

Climate Mayors and Fleet Electrification

Major National Fleet Electrification Announcement Planned for June

June 6, 2019Climate Mayors will be making a major announcement at the June Climate Mayors Summit related to their near-term commitment to step up public fleet electrification.

Electrification Coalition