July 27, 2021
Fleets and organizations alike have become accustomed to hearing of California’s LCFS, Oregon’s CFP, and the United State’s federal RFS. However, fewer are aware of British Columbia’s LCFS (BC-LCFS). To find out how this standard compares to others and the impact it has on the adoption of alternative fuels within Canada, keep reading below. BC-LCFS: PROGRAM OVERVIEW Established…
June 4, 2021
Electric vehicles are here for many commercial applications and emerging for others, but the question remains: are fleets ready? Vehicle manufacturers have been diligently working to expand fleet access to electric vans, trucks, and buses. As of January 2021, there were 44 electrified medium-duty models, 24 heavy-duty, and over 40 bus models on the market. However,…
October 27, 2020
When natural gas engines were re-introduced to the market in the early 2000’s, adoption quickly followed. In some cases, a little too quickly. Seeking an alternative to the high diesel prices, many fleets were eager to take advantage of natural gas vehicle technology. However, in response, some trucks were ordered with the available 9-liter engine…
August 13, 2020
RENEWABLE FUEL STANDARD: OVERVIEW The United State’s Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) is a national program that focuses on reducing the country’s dependence on foreign oil, achieving greenhouse gas reductions, and growing the nation’s renewable energy industry. It was created in 2005 under the Energy Policy Act, refined in 2007 as part of the Energy Independence…
August 6, 2020
CLEAN FUELS PROGRAM: OVERVIEW Oregon’s Clean Fuels Program (CFP) is a market-based program focused on reducing the carbon intensity (CI) of transportation fuels used in Oregon. It was enacted by the Oregon legislature in 2016 and is managed by its Department of Environmental Quality Commission (DEQ). By 2035, the CFP is set to reduce fuel…
July 20, 2020
Many people have heard about California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS)—from energy developers to station owners and fleets. But with all its complexity, the program can be difficult to navigate. Read below to understand more about why the Low Carbon Fuel Standard was created, how it works, and how it can benefit you. LCFS: PROGRAM…
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