|
Written by Administrator
|
|
Friday, 06 November 2009 22:09 |
|
Our experience is with wheels on the road. We have put on over 150,000. Almost all have had some mix of bio diesel. In Boulder, we are a member of a co-op so we can make our own B-100 ( and great soap). We are also lucky to have Biodiesel producer Blue Sun nearby. While we want to make the largest impact on the carbon footprint transportation has, we are simply happy to have done what we have done so far. Many of our customers now know Biodiesel feels like regular diesel and vegetable works. This summer was fantastic fun. We helped Green Event Co move people and equipment for their Eco VIP concerts at Red Rocks ( Phish and David Byrne), and The Mile High Music Festival with Widespread Panic and Tool (among many great bands)... Thanks Green Event Co! Great Stuff! If you are doing a green event, from weddings to event touring, we can and want to help. We'll work with your budget and help you move green! If your business needs advice on logistics or using alternative fuels our real experience will help. |
|
|
Blue Sun and the benefits of biodiesel |
 |
 |
 |
|
Written by Administrator
|
|
Friday, 23 January 2009 01:20 |
|
Biodiesel is regularly misunderstood. Common questions are: Which has a better input to ouput ratio: bioiesel or ethanol? What are the ingredients of biodiesel? What does an emissions comparison show? Does biodiesel work with modern diesel engines? Did biodiesel contribute to this summer's high ethanol prices? A recent blog post by Blues Sun answers challenging questions and clarifies key points. To say that the subject of alternative fuels and commodity trading is complex is an understatement. But to summarize and paraphrase the essence of the blog in one statement, suffice it to say: Producing biodiesel has a similar effect on food prices as the gas consumption in Rhode Island has on oil prices GTR is proud to use biodiesel, while continuing to strive for even more sustainable solutions to the fuel crisis. |
|
Last Updated on Monday, 26 January 2009 03:55 |
|
Written by Administrator
|
|
Wednesday, 21 January 2009 00:04 |
|
If you own or manage one truck or a fleet, If you are moving to a new home, If you ship small items or large, within the U.S. or abroad... Green Truck Roadways can make it more sustainable and less expensive! |
|
Last Updated on Monday, 26 January 2009 04:01 |
|
|
Written by Administrator
|
|
Wednesday, 21 January 2009 23:38 |
|
Biofuels or electrics? Of all the viable options in alternative fueled vehicles compressed natural gas (CNG), biodiesel, and electric are the most compelling options. As is expected, each has its pros and cons. CNG may lack some power. This was demonstrated by a test drove a 16' box van which could function on either gasoline or CNG. We found that, while operating on CNG, on hills and under load the van nearly stalled and it was necessary to swtich to gasoline for strong performance. At present, electric vans are unavailable for comparison. Relatively soon, there may be hybrids such as Eaton, International, and Mitsubishi available. Each of which are unveiling new models. In all cases, battery capacity, durability and power remain significant performance issues. Therefore, biodiesel and waste vegetable oil prevail as the most viable alternative fuel option. After a year of operating our fleet on both, we have seen high performance, clean function and sustainable economics. But biodiesel is not without its criticisms, it is blamed (in part) for exacerbating poverty and food production in the developing world. Of course, one can't overlook the influence of commodity traders in the economics of poverty and food production, but regardless one musn't overlook biodiesel's possible contribution to the equation. Ultimately, Green Truck Roadways would prefer to run electric; however, given the lack of options in this category, the immediate term alternative to fit our mission focuses first on waste vegetable oil, and second on biodiesel. Let us know your thoughts on this hot topic.....what do you believe to be the best alternative, and why? Please share your suggestions and feedback:
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
|
|
Last Updated on Monday, 26 January 2009 03:53 |
|
Welcome to our expanded site! |
|
|
|
|
Written by Administrator
|
|
Tuesday, 20 January 2009 23:29 |
|
Join us in celebrating Green Truck Roadway's one year anniversary of bringing the U.S. sustainable alternative fuel transport. In response to our successful year, we are expanding our services, and the website is the place to learn about our progress and what we can offer you as you go green with your transport choices. Last year we moved over 40,000 miles on biodiesel. Join us on the road! Each of our customers reduced carbon and soot emissions as well as reducing the demand for gasoline to demonstrate that the petroleum industry does not hold this nation by a short leash. Here at GTR, we know biofuels are not a long term solution and we explore electric and wind alternatives. However, any move away from our dependence on oil demonstrates that there is a market for alternative fuels. Join us in our campaign, help us change our roads from grey to green...and help us keep toxic chemicals out of our water and off our land. Thank you for a great first year! |
|
Last Updated on Monday, 26 January 2009 03:54 |
|
|