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Member Spotlight – Inwinic Technology

Located in Shenzen, China, Inwinic Technology provides comprehensive training solutions in vocational and technical education for those interested in learning about new energy automotive technology training services. The organization has signed on as the National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium’s (NAFTC) newest international member. As an NAFTC Consortium member, Inwinic has access ...

Jun. 30, 2016

By National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC)

The 1st International Conference on Alternative Fuels: Future and Challenges

ICAF 2016 Date: 2 Dec 2016 - 4 Dec 2016 Location: Kayseri, Turkey The purpose of the International Conference on Alternative Fuels (ICAF-2016) is to bring together researchers, industry and engineers to share and discuss advances and developments in Alternative Fuels and their recent applications. This Conference is the first conference to be held in Kayseri. The conference will be organized ...

Sep. 15, 2016

By World Bioenergy Association (WBA)

Oil Incumbents Building Empires to Dominate Biofuels and Other Alternative Fuels

Over the past decade, hundreds of start-ups, corporations, financiers, and universities have developed compelling alternative fuel technologies, such as bio-based jet fuel and cellulosic ethanol. Now, as alternative fuels march to scale, partnership networks in this field are increasingly dominated by the same giant multinationals that control petroleum, ...

Apr. 17, 2012

By Lux Research

Auto industry gets US$44 billion boost

Global Automotive Industry Gets US$44 Billion Boost from Governments for Alternative Fuel ...

May 14, 2010

By CSRwire - Corporate Social Responsibility Newswire

Making alternative fuels cheaper

Original story at MIT News MIT chemical engineers have devised a cheaper way to synthesize a key biofuel component, which could make its industrial production much more cost-effective. The compound, known as gamma-valerolactone (GVL), is attractive because of its versatility, says Yuriy Román, an assistant professor of chemical engineering and leader of the research team. It has more ...

Jun. 17, 2013

By MIT - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

NAFTC Connects WV State Parks to Electric `Plug-in` Vehicle Charging

The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC) helped the West Virginia State Parks system personnel learn more about electric vehicle chargers that will soon be featured at state park lodges alongside the state’s natural beauty. The state parks system worked with the West Virginia Division of Energy and its Clean State Program to secure the funding for the chargers and to ...

Jun. 30, 2016

By National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC)

EP transport committee vote on alternative fuels strategy

The TRAN committee vote was today - 26 November 2013. The final outcome was 30 members in favour, with 7 members against and no abstentions. Following this vote, the file now moves to trilogue and then back to the EP for a rubber stamp plenary vote. Two key amendments that were adopted today: Adopted - Compromise Amendments 4 and 8 on Electricity supply for transport The Commission’s ...

Nov. 26, 2013

By Transport and Environment (T&E)

Lindner-Recyclingtech Limited/Austria picks up the Global Fuels Award 2009 in Canada

And the Award goes to... Lindner-Recyclingtech Limited/Austria. At the 'Global Fuels Conference & Exhibition“ in Toronto/Canada the Carinthian company gained pole position in the category of 'Most Innovative Technology for Alternative Fuel Use'. Through innovative developments and perfect solutions, Dipl.-Ing. Manuel Lindner and his team are on the way to being world leaders. ...

Jul. 13, 2009

By Lindner-Recyclingtech GmbH

Leading Alternative Fuel Developers Set to Ramp Revenues

It will be a make-or-break year for alternative fuel developers as leaders race to show real revenue in order to cement their place in the industry, says Lux Research. Laggards will be caught between a rock and a hard place as government support has become unpredictable and private investment dollars are fast drying up. “Real revenue is the meme of 2013. With several expensive ...

Feb. 19, 2013

By Lux Research

Report maps future of alternative fuel vehicles

Original story at MIT News Cars that run on alternative fuels like biofuels and liquefied natural gas can cost less, cut emissions, and reduce dependence on foreign fuels, according to a report by the MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI). The report looked at the future of natural gas, biofuels and gasoline as fuels for light-duty vehicles over the next two to three decades. Specifically, it studied ...

Jul. 10, 2013

By MIT - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Prospect of Economies of Cost and Reduced Emissions to Drive Alternate Fuel Vehicles, Says Frost & Sullivan

The low cost of conversion and prospect of significant emission reduction will increase the penetration of alternate fuels in Europe and North America. However, the key to sustained growth in the alternate fuel vehicle market will be legislation and the development of enhanced refuelling infrastructure. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (http://www.automotive.frost.com), Executive Analysis ...

May 24, 2012

By Frost & Sullivan

Iberdrola USA to convert vehicle fleet to alternative fuel

Iberdrola USA recently signed a commitment agreement with the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) to spend at least five percent of its annual fleet acquisition budget on plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) and equipment. This commitment is the latest step in Iberdrola USA’s ongoing strategy to utilize and support alternative-fuel vehicle technology throughout its utility operations. The EEI ...

Sep. 16, 2014

By IberdrolaUSA, Inc.

EPA DEQ Model Updated to Include Alternative Fuel Emission Factors

The U.S. EPA has updated the Diesel Emission Quantifier tool to include new emission factors for alternative fuel vehicles including natural gas-powered vehicles. The DEQ website indicates that the changes were made over the summer and that the model now includes inputs from the Argonne National Laboratories GREET model. The change had been sought by NGVAmerica and Clean Cities ...

Nov. 5, 2019

By Natural Gas Vehicle for America (NGV)

IRS Releases AFTC Guidance

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released guidance on claiming the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (AFTC) for past years 2018 and 2019. The $0.50/gallon credit for natural gas motor vehicle fueling began in 2006 and was recently extended through calendar year 2020. IRS Notice 2020-8 indicates that retroactive claims for 2018 and 2019 should be submitted using Form ...

Jan. 28, 2020

By Natural Gas Vehicle for America (NGV)

Shanks expands alternative fuels market

Waste management firm Shanks wants to broaden its development in markets for solid recovered fuel this year. SRF is produced after recyclable material is extracted from black bag waste and the residue is stabilised and dried at mechanical biological treatment plants. Shanks has supplied five of the UK’s cement kilns with SRF as a viable alternative to fossil derived fuels, and achieved the ...

Jan. 8, 2009

By MRW - Materials Recycling World - EMAP Publishing Limited Company

WIH Resource Group launches Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) group on LinkedIn

WIH Resource Group announces the development of the Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFV) Group on LinkedIn. The Group was created in response to what WIH Resource Group sees as negative consequences of the United States ever-increasing dependence on foreign oil. In addition, WIH Resource Group believes strongly that the air quality benefits of the use of alternative fueled vehicles, in both personal ...

Aug. 14, 2009

By WIH Resource Group

GE Capital Fleet Services Launches New Interactive Website Focused on Alternative Fuels and Sustainability

GE Capital Fleet Services today announced the launch of a new eco-focused website that provides access to the company’s depth of knowledge regarding alternative fuels and related sustainable products. The website can be accessed via this link: www.gefleet.com/eco. The new website provides interactive tools that allow visitors to learn more about how GE Capital ...

Aug. 22, 2012

By General Electric

KBC introduces new alternative fuels and feedstocks service

KBC Advanced Technology plc (KBC) announces the introduction of an Alternative Fuels and Feedstocks service (AFFS). In response to market demands, KBC now offers an Alternative Fuels and Feedstocks service. Several factors contribute to the quickly growing and complex market for AFFS including the high price of crude oil, challenges of crude supply, pressures to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) ...

Oct. 31, 2008

By KBC Advanced Technologies plc.

Partnerships Drive Biofuels and Other Alternative Fuels to Scale

Bringing new alternative fuel technologies like biofuels to scale poses technical, financial, and market hurdles that few companies – large or small – can tackle alone. Not surprisingly, the industry has already seen a wave of strategic partnerships form to navigate these challenges. The breakaway success stories yet to be written will be based on ...

Apr. 27, 2011

By Lux Research

Edward Davey statement on Grangemouth

Energy Secretary Edward Davey said: “I am pleased that Unite have called off this weekend’s strike. I would urge both parties to continue to talk with the help of ACAS in order to reach a fair, sustainable resolution of their differences and ensure the long term future of the Grangemouth complex.” “We have been working closely with the fuel industry and Scottish ...

Oct. 16, 2013

By Department of Energy and Climate Change

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