Energy-saving powder Nov 12, 2009
Although there are chemical ways to convert methane to methanol, which is easy to transport and which is suitable as a raw material for the chemical industry, "the processes commonly used up to now for producing diesel fuel - steam reforming followed by methanol synthesis or Fischer-Tropsch synthesis - are not economical," says Ferdi Schth, Director at the Max Planck Institute for Coal Research in Mlheim an der Ruhr. He and his colleagues have been working with Markus Antonietti and his team... (EurekAlert!)
Fuel Leaks From Sinking 65-Foot Boat Nov 11, 2009
The former fishing boat rode lower in the water during each in a series of live reports on KIRO 7 Eyewitness News Tuesday morning, said reporter Rick Price, who added he could smell the strong scent of diesel fuel leaking from the vessel. "When we first got there, the pilothouse was visible at the dock. By 7:30 a.m., the pilothouse was submerged to the roof on one side," Price said. (KIRO TV, WA)
Monitor-Herald chronicled Nov 10, 2009
More than 14,000 to emphasize, FOURTEEN THOUSAND marijuana plants were pulled on McPhail land, counted, documented and burned with 230 gallons of diesel fuel. A pickup drove around the county for a while afterward with a sign in the back that read, Keep Calhoun County Green: Vote Speedy McPhail. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Angoon hydro project gets preliminary permit Nov 9, 2009
The mayor said Angoon, as well as most communities off the road system, are getting hit hard by the rising cost of diesel fuel, which powers the generators that currently provide electricity. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Investigator: Utah explosion caused by burst pipe Nov 9, 2009
The pipe was attached to a reactor that removes waxes from diesel fuel. The pipe normally carries diesel and hydrogen, but the refinery was performing maintenance at the time of the failure and only hydrogen was in the pipe, Holmstrom said. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
"The September Issue" Nov 8, 2009
It most definitely does not leave you thinking that everything will be OK if you make your own diesel fuel out of corn husks scavenged from Dumpsters. Hero: Up-by-the-bootstraps Ecuadoran lawyer Pablo Fajardo, a one-time oil-field worker turned indigenous-rights crusader. (Salon)
Preliminary hdropower project permit granted to city of Angoon Nov 7, 2009
The mayor says Angoon, as well as most communities off the road system, are getting hit hard by the rising cost of diesel fuel which powers the generators that currently provide electricity. Share this page. (Juneau Empire)
Redefining America Nov 5, 2009
He is absolutely correct about America's profligate consumption of imported petroleum and the huge social, economic and political costs we incur because we are unwilling to tax gasoline and diesel fuel the way virtually all of Europe does. How might we benefit from a tax on gasoline. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
10 homes damaged in blast at nearby Utah refinery Nov 5, 2009
Federal investigators expressed alarm over the extent of damages caused by a refinery that has had a history of trouble dating to 2003 (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Fuel spill on Miami River Nov 5, 2009
Authorities first responded to the scene when several people complained of the strong smell of diesel fuel near the Titan Express cargo vessel. Though the fuel was seen near the ship, it remains unclear whether or not it was the source of the spill. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Fishing boat sinks in Sedanka Pass Nov 4, 2009
ANCHORAGE - Authorities said a fishing vessel with 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel on board sank as it was being towed through Sedanka Pass ... ANCHORAGE - Authorities said a fishing vessel with 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel on board sank as it was being towed through Sedanka Pass. (Juneau Empire)
Driver rescued from hood of truck in Clackamas River Nov 4, 2009
Authorities said the truck was carrying 30 gallons of diesel fuel and crews were working to try and prevent it from leaking into the water. The driver's name has not yet been released but authorities said the 57-year-old man was being treated at an area hospital for injuries that were not life-threatening. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Into the engine Nov 3, 2009
Yes, used cooking oil can be turned into biodiesel that is just as good, if not better, than normal diesel fuel available in petrol stations ... The fuel produced can be used on any normal diesel engine, and works just the same as normal diesel fuel, albeit with nicer-smelling fumes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Diesel spillcauses problems Nov 3, 2009
Diesel fuel spilled out, and the fire department was called to clean up the mess. About one-quarter of the shopping center lot was covered by the fuel, Weeks said, but the rest of the lot was usable and business continued as usual for the stores in the strip mall. (NJ.com -- Times)
Feds say Muni workers let fuel spill into bay Nov 3, 2009
Muni workers disabled an alarm system that would have notified them that at least 39,000 gallons of diesel fuel were leaking from a refueling station and endangering the bay, according to a complaint released Monday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ... Between 39,488 and 53,988 gallons of diesel fuel leaked over four weeks in November and December 2005 from an underground storage tank at the John Woods Motor Coach yard at 1095 Indiana St., federal investigators found. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Our view: Wood heat Nov 3, 2009
One place that can happen is in Southeast Alaska, which has to bring in large amounts of diesel fuel. The region's forests may be able to supply wood for fuel and offset diesel imports. (Anchorage Daily News)
Toll from India oil blaze rises Nov 2, 2009
The depot, 16km (10 miles) south of Jaipur, stocks gasoline, kerosene and diesel fuel for state-owned oil firms. Huge explosions were heard before the fire broke out, and the blaze was visible from more than 25km away. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Comings and Goings: Coyote Wash businesses change hands Nov 1, 2009
The Chevron station at 592 E. 16th St. will be closed a little longer than anticipated while new pumps are being installed that will dispense diesel fuel. By the way, an earlier report of the station's temporary closure misnamed the restaurant inside the convenience store at that location. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Owners plan salvage attempt for capsized fishing boat Nov 1, 2009
The Carley Renee carried an estimated 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel and 20 gallons of lube oil, Ferko said. A Coast Guard helicopter returned to the scene Saturday to check on the condition of the boat. (Anchorage Daily News)
Capsized boat tied to governor's aide Nov 1, 2009
The vessel carried an estimated 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel and 20 gallons of lube oil, and the Coast Guard said it will need to be salvaged. Share this page. (Juneau Empire)
Gas prices hit peak for the year Oct 31, 2009
Still, supplies of gasoline, heating oil and diesel fuel also remain well above normal. This article appeared on page DC - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Retail gas prices highest in a year; up 17 straight days Oct 31, 2009
Still, supplies of gasoline, heating oil and diesel fuel also remain well above normal. Meanwhile, the dollar has fallen to nearly a 14-month low against the euro. (USA Today -- Money)
* India oil depot fire leaves five dead and 150 injured Oct 31, 2009
The depot, 16km south of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan state, stores gasoline, kerosene and diesel fuel for several state-owned oil companies. The bodies of five people had been pulled out of the fire, while efforts were being made to rescue six others who were trapped inside, Soni said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
4 Alaska fishermen rescued after mayday call Oct 31, 2009
It's estimated to have 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel on board. Have something to say about this story. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Five die in huge India oil blaze Oct 30, 2009
The depot, located 16km (10 miles) south of the tourist city of Jaipur, stocks gasoline, kerosene and diesel fuel for state-owned oil companies. It is unclear what caused the fire, which broke out on Thursday evening, and it was still raging early on Friday, officials said. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Fire safety ssues discussed at asphalt plant hearing Oct 30, 2009
It was further noted that there would be no stored diesel fuel at the plant, only #2 fuel to mix with the asphalt. Mike Mancusso responded to environmental concerns raised by residents who noted that all drainage from the plant would be contained. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Fire at India Oil Depot Kills 5; 150 Injured Oct 30, 2009
The depot, 16 kilometers (10 miles) south of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan state, stores gasoline, kerosene and diesel fuel for several state-owned oil companies. The bodies of five people had been pulled out of the fire, while efforts were on to rescue six others who were trapped inside, Soni said. (Time.com)
Teck Reports Third Quarter Results for 2009 Oct 29, 2009
The decrease in unit cost of product sold for the third quarter compared with the same quarter in 2008 primarily reflects lower strip ratios and reduced diesel fuel prices. Additional stripping of waste during the first half of 2009, when production levels were much lower, benefitted strip ratios and unit costs in the third quarter. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
4,400 miles sailing Rising Tide from Cohasset Oct 29, 2009
62 gallon on diesel fuel per hour. In fact, other parts of the cruise were affordable, too. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
* EPA eyes stricter emissions regulations Oct 28, 2009
The EPA also announced tougher restrictions on diesel fuel. The new rules limit sulfur content to 10 parts per million (ppm), down from the original 50ppm. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hidden Costs Of Energy Production And Use Oct 28, 2009
Fully implementing federal rules on diesel fuel emissions, which require vehicles beginning in the model year 2007 to use low-sulfur diesel, is expected to substantially decrease nonclimate damages from diesel by 2030 -- an indication of how regulatory actions can significantly affect energy-related damages, the committee said. Major initiatives to further lower other emissions, improve energy efficiency, or shift to a cleaner mix of energy sources could reduce other damages as well, such as... (Science Daily)
Women Who Mean Business: Elaine Gruener Oct 28, 2009
She expects to soon see dividends from products developed for the diesel fuel and marine-based sectors, which are new for the company. After work. (Albany Business Review, NY)
VRE isn't the only issue in Spotsylvania Oct 28, 2009
Arguments to the contrary hinge on excuses about subsidizing commuters, inability to withdraw from VRE, and the cost of gasoline and diesel fuel. It is unfortunate that the election debate in the Lee Hill and Battlefield districts has been reduced to membership in VRE. Lost in this discussion are all of the other critical issues affecting Spotsylvanians, such as smart growth, taxes, public safety, and comprehensive planning for the inevitable economic recovery. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Cleaning Up Polluted Harbors With Greener Ships Oct 28, 2009
Ships' bunker fuel is a thick, black sludge leftover from the refining process and has about 2,000 times the sulfur of regular diesel fuel. When bunker fuel burns, it releases a host of toxins, including sulfur oxides and nitrogen oxides, that can lead to respiratory problems and acid rain. (Time.com)
Bombing makes Oct. deadliest US month in Afghanistan Oct 28, 2009
The bombs often are made from readily available ingredients such as fertilizer and diesel fuel and have proven capable of destroying any vehicle US soldiers have. The military, in a statement, described the attack as complex but Rear Admiral Gregory Smith, a military spokesman, said it was a single IED, obviously a large IED, that hit a single vehicle. (Boston Globe)
Costs for U.S. project in Afghanistan balloon, benefit hyped Oct 25, 2009
The Afghan government is expected to need up to $70 million in aid a year to truck in diesel fuel for the plant and at least another $60 million to maintain and repair it ... "But the reality is that it's totally dependent on diesel fuel, which comes from outside sources.". (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Fire doused at Salt Lake City refinery Oct 23, 2009
City fire spokesman Mark Bednarik says parts of the refinery were evacuated while emergency crews joined refinery firefighters battling the blaze just after 9 p.m. Wednesday. No injuries were reported. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Knight Transportation reports 18 percent earnings decrease Oct 22, 2009
Total revenues fell 17 percent to $173 million, in part because a lower price for diesel fuel reduced the fuel surcharge. Kevin Knight, chairman and chief executive officer, said the good news is that load volumes have been steadily and slowly growing this year. (AZCentral -- Business)
IDB approves PILOT for Praxairs gas line Oct 22, 2009
It produces gasoline, diesel fuel and the majority of jet fuel consumed at. The board also delayed possible changes to the PILOT program which would help retain businesses, as opposed to the current program which focuses on luring new businesses to the area. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Crew abandons burning ship near Funter Bay Oct 20, 2009
The state Department of Environmental Conservation said the Pride had about 400 gallons of diesel fuel and an unknown amount of lube and engine oil on it when the fire broke out Tuesday. A DEC spokeswoman says most of the petroleum products likely burned off in the fire. (Juneau Empire)
U of Ls College of Education reopens Oct 20, 2009
The flooding caused a diesel fuel leak in the basement. Floors, walls, duct work and furniture had to be replaced and surfaces had to be sanitized. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Gas prices up more than 8 cents to 5-week high as oil nears $80 a barrel Oct 20, 2009
Separately, the average price for diesel fuel increased 10 ... The Gulf Coast region had the cheapest diesel fuel at $2. (USA Today -- Money)
Used-tyre exports dump health concerns in Asia Oct 20, 2009
The Total Environment Centre said a lack of national direction had left tyre recycling languishing for decades, even though tyres can be profitably reused as adhesive mixtures, as road base and even as a diesel fuel. Key agencies in the Rudd Government have perpetuated this approach,'' the centre's director, Jeff Angel, said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Billionaire Pickens focusing on natural gas Oct 20, 2009
Redirect natural gas that is now being used for power plants to use in transportation, replacing imported gasoline and diesel fuel. When the plan was announced, much of the response focused on the sheer irony of a man who made his fortune in oil advocating for a massive deployment of wind energy. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Computer healing Oct 19, 2009
These come from a machine which can release the scent of burning rubber, Middle Eastern spices, cordite, diesel fuel - even body odour. Commander Scott Johnston, a clinical psychologist, runs the programme at the Naval Medical Center San Diego. (BBC News -- Americas)
Dialysis center moves to new facility Oct 18, 2009
New pumps are being installed that will dispense diesel fuel as well as gasoline, said John Bornt, general manager for Shay Oil Co., which owns the station. Bornt said he expects the new pumps to be up and running and the station reopened by Nov. 2. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Great complexity of the MBTA adds to its costs Oct 18, 2009
And it had to be able to run both on an overhead electrical wire for trips inside a new tunnel and on diesel fuel for driving on regular roads. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority commissioned a fleet of 32 vehicles, the only set of its kind in North America. (Boston Globe)
Subway, bus costs high; light and commuter rail compare well Oct 18, 2009
The system s 1,000-bus fleet has at least five types of equipment, including buses of two different sizes that run on diesel, some that run on compressed natural gas, others that run on electric wire, and dual-mode buses that alternate between overhead electrical wire and diesel fuel. The T will introduce a sixth type of bus, a hybrid diesel, sometime next year. (Boston Globe)
Train rips up semi at elevator Oct 17, 2009
Zacher said the accident caused about 75 gallons of diesel fuel to pour onto the pavement. Bodine Services of Decatur was called to the scene to help with the cleanup. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
'Green' mobile light system in the works Oct 17, 2009
Normally, such lighting systems are powered by diesel fuel generators that produce pollutants such as soot, carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides. The generators not only pollute, but they re noisy, which can be a safety hazard when construction crews, for example, can t hear oncoming traffic. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Praxair to build $50M gas line for Valero Oct 17, 2009
It produces gasoline, diesel fuel and the majority of jet fuel consumed at. aashby@bizjournals. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
And they call the thing rodeo (3) Oct 17, 2009
With diesel fuel costing nearly five dollars per gallon, transportation to and from the event will add up quickly. Laura hopes community support will help offset the void of financial support from Seymour High School. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Honolulu airport opens $13.2M concourse with moving walkway Oct 16, 2009
Starting today, thousands of travelers arriving in Honolulu from international destinations can walk through an air-conditioned corridor instead of braving the heat on the sidewalk or smelling diesel fuel as they board the aging Wiki Wiki shuttle buses. The first phase of construction improvements at Honolulu International Airport's ewa concourse has been completed at a cost of $13. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaiian Electric signs with biodiesel supplier Oct 15, 2009
The new plant was tested in August using regular diesel fuel. HECO said a second request for proposals to supply 3 million to 7 million gallons of biodiesel per year for two years closed Sept. 30, and a completed contract for consideration is expected by the end of November. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Oil Prices Rise To 1-Year High Oct 15, 2009
Some analysts expect an increase in diesel fuel demand from U.S. truckers supplying inventory for the year-end holiday shopping season will trigger a sustained rise above $75. Others are more cautious, pointing to high inventory levels, but burgeoning oil supplies this year have weighed on oil prices. (KWTX.com, TX)
Oil prices top $75, first time in a year Oct 15, 2009
Some analysts also expect diesel fuel demand to rise soon as US truckers get in gear for the year-end holiday shopping season. But burgeoning oil supplies have weighed on oil prices. (Boston Globe)
'Imagineer' touts geothermal energy invention Oct 14, 2009
"After we purchased the hot spring, I couldn't believe it, the swimming pool and the hot spring were being heated by diesel fuel, 1,000 gallons every month!" Karl said ... In a little more than three years, Karl and his wife have severed the facility's dependence on diesel fuel and have saved $625,000, he said. (CNN -- Tech)
Energy policy ignores facts Oct 14, 2009
Meanwhile there were hundreds of tractor trailers going both ways on Interstate 80 burning diesel fuel ... In addition, our farmers, trains, planes, ships, military, and countless small businesses rely on diesel fuel on a daily basis ... Recent experience has proved that as the price of diesel fuel rises, so does the cost of our goods. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Lower Heating Costs Predicted for This Winter Oct 14, 2009
"Heating oil is a distillate, like diesel fuel," he said. "If there's less diesel fuel used in manufacturing, less diesel fuel used to ship goods across the country because of the downturn in the economy, the good news is there's less demand and that reduces the price.". (WCAX.com, VT)
Fisherman rescued after his boat sinks near Sitka Oct 13, 2009
The vessel contained an estimated 450 gallons of diesel fuel. On Sunday, the Coast Guard was reporting a light rainbow sheen about 500 yards wide and two miles long in the area, indicating the fuel was moving toward Cape Edgecumbe. (Anchorage Daily News)
Energy crisis postponed, new gas rescues world... Oct 13, 2009
" This technology would go a long way to solving the energy crunch exxcept that it is: 1. Very inefficient (less than 10% of incident energy is converted to electricity) 2. Very expensive (to buy the panels as the cells use lots of rare earth materials) 3. Requires batteries for storage (which are expensive - and have to be replaced every 10 years) 4. An inverter + electronics to convert to AC 5. A grid to feed it into (there ain't likely to be one of them in an African village). All in all, a... (The Drudge Report)
Sunoco Joins Valero Shuttering Refineries as Winter No Match for Fuel Glut Oct 12, 2009
The heating oil futures contract has become a proxy for diesel fuel because households have turned to natural gas ... As a result, the U.S. market has become more tightly linked to Europe, which uses more diesel fuel than it makes. (Bloomberg -- US)
MI winter home heating costs expected to be lower Oct 11, 2009
Supplies of electricity, natural gas, gasoline and diesel fuel are expected to be more than adequate, as demand is down for all four fuel sources. Michigan Energy Appraisal. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
AAA: Pump prices show little movement Oct 10, 2009
The greater volume of economic activity taking place globally and domestically, the greater the consumption of petroleum-based products like diesel fuel and gas for transportation and manufacturing. Demand for gasoline historically falls at this time of the year, usually reaching a bottom in November, December or January, AAA Texas/New Mexico Corporate Communications Manager Dan Ronan said. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
ANALYSIS: The Alleged Zazi Plot to Strike New York Mass Transit Oct 10, 2009
Ten rental trucks or even coffee carts - packed with easily purchased fertilizer, diesel fuel and cotton would create even more destruction and death. My former law enforcement colleagues say this is the chilling scenario of what and his associates might have done. (ABC News)
