All articles tagged with #alternative fuels
Toyota showcased new compact engines that can run on various fuels, including biofuels and e-fuels, aiming to meet tougher emissions standards. The engines, developed in collaboration with Subaru and Mazda, are designed to integrate with electric drive units and offer significant size and weight reductions. This move aligns with Toyota's strategy of promoting multiple powertrain options, including hybrids, amid a slowdown in EV growth.
Hyundai Motor Group has partnered with Georgia Tech to collaborate on research and development of hydrogen-fueled engines for large trucks and electric vehicle batteries. The agreement formalizes their partnership on EV and hydrogen research and establishes workforce training for Hyundai's EV and battery factory in Georgia. Hyundai's focus on hydrogen could pave the way for Georgia's first network of hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles. The partnership will explore hydrogen sourcing and fuel-cell improvements. The collaboration will also help Hyundai connect with young engineers and potential workers, as the company plans to employ thousands in the coming years.
Shippers are forming "green corridors" to fast-track cleaner technologies and reduce carbon emissions from the shipping industry, which produces nearly 3% of the world's total. More than 20 partnerships have been proposed, uniting marine fuel producers, vessel owners and operators, cargo owners, and ports in a common effort. The International Maritime Organization wants to halve its greenhouse gas releases by midcentury and may seek deeper cuts this year. Proposals range from slowing vessels down to charging them for emissions, as the European Union did last year.
The federal government's Joint Office of Energy and Transportation has opened applications for a $2.5 billion program to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure in underserved communities, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods and those with a low ratio of private parking. The program includes two $1.25 billion grant programs for community charging and fueling grants and alternative fuel corridor grants. The funds will also cover other alternative fuels, including hydrogen and natural gas. The program is part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021.