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The implementation of alternative-fuel, heavy-duty engines is promoted under the Clean Air Act of 1990. The move toward alternative fuels finds impetus from the emission-reducing properties of alternative fuels and the need to reduce dependence on foreign petroleum supplies. The widespread use of alternative fuels faces three major integration challenges: (a) the leading alternative fuels have handling requirements that are different from petroleum fuels, and some are hazardous; (b) some have low energy densities and, at current prices, are more expensive per diesel fuel-equivalent unit of energy; and (c) the United States lacks an adequate ready supply of alternative fuels, as well as a high-volume, nationwide distribution network.

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Alternate fuels; Costs; Equipment; Fuels; Handling characteristics; Networks; Physical distribution; Public transit

Fuel costs; Handling

Energy; Finance; Freight Transportation; Highways; Public Transportation; I10: Economics and Administration

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