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0 May 19th, 2010. by: Barak Vaughn
“Not all oil and gas firms are the same.” While that statement is certainly true if one looks at the various market capitalizations of oil and gas firms, Congress, the all-knowing entity, with all its oil and gas experts, does not believe it to be the case. Is anyone surprised?
In another effort to eliminate the small business owner, Congress is now rushing to increase the liability cap …
0 May 18th, 2010. by: Barak Vaughn
Most consumers know that to install rooftop solar electric panels can be very expensive, even if you factor in the 30% federal tax credit and local utility rebates. For a growing segment of photovoltaic customers, leasing, rather than purchasing, is a better option because it allows the customers to pay for solar power at a monthly rate that is similar to–and cheaper–than their usual electricity bill. If …
0 May 18th, 2010. by: Barak Vaughn
General Motors announced today that they are returning to natural gas when it comes to vans for fleet customers. GM will offer compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquified petroleum gas (LPG) versions of the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans starting later this year. However, the average consumer and small business owner will not be able to purchase these vehicles. They are only available to …
0 May 15th, 2010. by: Barak Vaughn
The California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) has issued a new test procedure and related requirements to obtain Executive Orders (“EO’s) for emissions-related diesel performance parts. With this test, CARB has developed a “Parts In Progress list” that identifies the numerous companies that have submitted all EO requirements, but are waiting to address additional requirements imposed by CARB. As many companies have learned, an EO is a virtually …
3 May 7th, 2010. by: Barak Vaughn
AF&V 2010 showcases natural gas, ethanol, biodiesel, propane, electricity, and hydrogen, and their companion vehicles. The Conference embraces advanced technologies that result in fuel efficiency, petroleum displacement and emissions improvements. Included are hybrid-electric and plug-in hybrid technologies; blends, including hydrogen; fuel cells; and, idle-reduction devices. All of these are featured as part of the diverse program, Expo Hall and Ride-n-Drive. For more information, please go to www.afv2010.com.
0 May 6th, 2010. by: Barak Vaughn
Early this year Mercedes released their thought of the green future with an E-Cell which was a pure Electric Car and a F-Cell based on fuel cell technology. Now in Frankfurt, together with the new BMW EfficientDynamics and The Prius Plug-in they will show a very nice compromise of technologies.
An extended range plug-in Hybrid where the Turbo engine charges the batteries when its running out of juice at 31-62 …
1 May 5th, 2010. by: Barak Vaughn
Whether by the hands of Congress or the EPA, regulations on carbon emissions loom in the near future for material handlers. Here’s how some companies are mobilizing.
For energy-intensive industries, such as chemical production and metal processing, those cost spikes could prove devastating. Petroleum and natural gas, as a feedstock, represents a significant proportion of the chemical industry’s costs. Feedstock accounted for 70% of the chemical industry’s $85.1 billion in …
