Why switch to natural gas
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Brookhaven, NY Enables Clean,
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Natural gas — the new Green Standard
for refuse truck operators in America
Refuse trucks powered by economical, clean-burning, environmentally friendly natural gas — a proven alternative to diesel-powered refuse trucks — are being deployed in increasing numbers by municipalities and refuse operators nationwide. They include over 60 fleets operating more than 2,000 vehicles in California, New York, Texas, Massachusetts, Illinois, New Jersey and Washington, DC. Why? To reduce costs. To clean the air. And to bolster energy independence.
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AUTOCAR Xpeditor® WXLL refuse truck with Cummins-Westport L Gas Plus natural gas-powered engine.
New natural gas-powered refuse trucks are cost-effective with good performance, are quiet and meet 2007 EPA emission standards.
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The natural gas success story
is gaining momentum across the country
In the West, California is home to a large number of natural gas refuse trucks serving municipalities statewide. Waste Management pioneered the move to natural gas in California in 1998. Clean Energy partnered with Waste Management to supply the fuel, and to build and operate its fueling station.
In the East, the Town of Smithtown, New York in 2006 required that all refuse haulers serving the community must switch from diesel-powered to natural gas-powered refuse trucks by January 2007. This requirement was the first of its kind for a New York State municipality. Clean Energy has partnered with Smithtown to provide a fixed fuel price for its contractors, as well as helpful financing for their purchase of new vehicles. Clean Energy operates the local full-service, public access CNG fueling station where Smithtown fuels its trucks. In early 2008, the Town of Brookhaven also made this mandate. Other municipalities are planning to mandate natural gas.
Natural gas costs less than diesel
The average price of natural gas is up to $1 less per gallon than diesel. And refuse truck operators can get fixed-price, multi-year natural gas fueling contracts from Clean Energy.
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| The Clean Energy Solution includes a long-term, fixed-price CNG or LNG fuel supply contract and fueling station in one turnkey package. |
Natural gas refuse trucks cost
about the same as diesel
Natural gas refuse trucks are more economical than ever as production scales up and with new federal tax credits of up to $32,000 per heavy-duty truck.
New diesel refuse trucks are more expensive than before due to technology add-ons required to meet EPA 2007 emission standards. These costs are expected to continue to increase as diesel engines require more technology add-ons to meet the rigorous 2010 EPA emissions standards.
This all adds up to lower capital costs and improved overall economics for refuse haulers using natural gas.
 Domestic natural gas
aids energy independence
The use of natural gas as a vehicle fuel helps reduce U.S. dependence on foreign crude oil. In 2005, 64% of the crude oil used in the United States was imported from foreign sources other than Canada. By comparison, in 2005, an estimated 97% of the natural gas used in the United States was supplied from the United States and Canada, making it less vulnerable to foreign supply disruption and price volatility.
Clean the air while cleaning the community
When it comes to protecting public health and the environment, natural gas is the cleanest fuel available. In the battle against air pollution, compared to new diesel-fueled vehicles, new natural gas vehicles are the clear winners.
New natural gas heavy-duty vehicles:
- Reduce smog-causing NOx emissions by over 80%
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10 -15%
Natural gas refuse trucks reduce noise pollution
Refuse trucks with natural gas engines are up to 90 percent quieter than their diesel counterparts, reducing noise pollution in neighborhoods and cities. This is particularly important in urban communities where refuse trucks operate at night.
The Clean Energy Refuse Industry Solution
Clean Energy is the leading provider of natural gas (CNG and LNG) fuel and related services for vehicle fleets in the United States and Canada. Clean Energy serves over 200 fleet customers in varied markets, including refuse hauling, public transit, airports, taxis and regional trucking with over 14,000 vehicles fueling at strategic locations.
For a limited time, in a special program designed for refuse fleet operators, Clean Energy can provide a complete package that includes:
- Long-term fixed-price CNG or LNG fuel supply contract and fueling station in one turnkey package
- Natural gas truck purchase financing options
This is a comprehensive, turnkey solution that enables low-cost, state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly refuse hauling for operators and municipalities.
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