What is Renewable Diesel?
In early May of 2024, the New Jersey Township of North Brunswick conducted an initial trial of renewable diesel y fueling the township's DPW trucks with Neste MyRenewable Diesel. Now, all of North Brunswick's public fleet, including school busses, fire trucks, and backup generators are powered by renewable diesel. This move is projected use around 50,000 gallons a year and result in a reduction of GHG emissions by 470 tons annually.
Topics: Carbon Emissions, renewable energy, renewable diesel
The Clean Fuel Production Credit is part of the Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2022. The Act includes substantial provisions for climate initiatives including the aforementioned credit, and multiple provisions regarding EV incentivization.
Topics: Biodiesel Tax Credit, Biodiesel, Climate Change, Carbon Emissions, renewable energy, Inflation Reduction Act, Clean Fuel Production Credit
The Biodiesel Blender Tax Credit is set to expire at the end of 2024, at which point it will be replaced by the Clean Fuel Production Credit. The Clean Fuel Production credit (somewhat obviously) accrues credit to producers of clean transportation fuels produced at approved facilities for approved uses and does NOT carry through to blenders of clean transportation fuels like biodiesel and renewable diesel.
Topics: Biodiesel Tax Credit, Biodiesel, Carbon Emissions, renewable energy, Clean Fuel Production Credit
Uncovering the Hidden Culprit of Urban Methane Emissions
When we think of methane emissions, our minds often leap to images of sprawling agricultural lands or the vast, mechanical expanse of fracking sites. Yet, nestled within the heart of our cities, an invisible culprit lurks—aging natural gas pipelines. A recent study by Harvard University sheds light on this urban nemesis, revealing that Boston alone loses a staggering 15 billion cubic feet of natural gas annually due to leaks. This isn't just a financial headache to the tune of $90 million each year; it's an environmental crisis, with urban leaks emerging as a significant source of methane emissions.
Topics: natural gas, Massachusetts, methane, environmental justice
AI is revolutionizing both fleet management and office operations by making them more automated and efficient. These days, most of us are familiar with the cutting-edge safety features in new cars. Advanced driver assistance systems leverage AI algorithms to detect potential dangers, provide real-time alerts to drivers, and even take corrective actions to prevent accidents. This technology significantly enhances the safety of both drivers and passengers by reducing the risk of accidents caused by human error.
Topics: Safety, Safe Driving Policy, Oil & Energy Magazine, AI
“Competitive Electric Suppliers” will be banned in Massachusetts if the House passes the Climate Bill that the State Senate passed June 25th 2024....But what does that even mean?
Topics: Massachusetts, Climate Change, electricity rates
Two new nuclear reactors in Georgia at Plant Vogtle are the first new reactors built in the United States in 30 years. Each of them will power 500,000 homes and businesses with clean nuclear energy.
Topics: Oil & Energy Magazine, Carbon Emissions, renewable energy, net-zero, power plants, nuclear
Solid State Batteries could be a game-changer for EVs and their adoption, because the potential with solid state batteries is fast charge time and long distance range. The most pressing hurdles for drivers considering electric vehicles is the limited range per charge, and the time required for charging.
Topics: EV Charger, tesla, ev, solid state battery