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Natural fuel (such as compressed natural gas or liquid petroleum gas,) or a blend (such as gasohol) used as a substitute for fossil fuels, and which produces less pollution than the alternatives is known as Clean Fuel
Clean fuel means fuel without sulphur and lead. The unleaded petrol that we use contains 0.05g/ltr lead, that level has to further reduce to 0.0013g/ltr so that the traces of lead almost vanish from petrol and the human body as a whole.
The level of sulphur has to be brought down from 0.25% to 0.05% in diesel so that we can have clean fuel.
Alternate Fuels
Everyone is aware of the decreasing rate of the most popular fuel on which almost the entire transport of the earth is running. The production of domestic crude is decreasing and the increase in the transport industry is only making things worst. There is a growing concern that the earth may soon run out of petrol producing resources making it imperative for the search of a substitute fuel which is as good as petrol.
Bio diesel
Bio diesel the best alternative fuel so far is made of natural, renewable sources such as vegetable oils. The use of bio diesel in conventional diesel engine results in substantial reduction of carbon monoxide, unburned hydrocarbons and particulate matters.
Electric Fuel
Electric fuel is unique among all the other alternatives because mechanical power is derived directly from it. The most common form of electric fuel is batteries which act as storage devices of power. Apart from batteries fuel cells are also being explored which directly convert chemical energy to electricity. The first and most important benefit of using electricity as fuel is that there is no question of any pollutants hence making the environment pollution free.
The need of the hour is not just fuel but clean fuel therefore the best possible option out of the above mentioned fuels has to be chosen keeping in mind the availability and the level of pollution or maybe destruction that the particular fuel can cause.
Reva Electric: The Reva Electric by Reva Electric car Company is a small four seater which can accommodate 2 adults and two children. This car runs on battery and promises a speed of 80 kmhr .The running cost of the Reva in India is 40 paise per kilometer. The price of this electric car is ` 2,99,000 in India.
Santro Eco: This car was launched by Hyundai motors in the year 2008. This car is known as Santro eco because it comes with a factory fitted LPG kit. The Santro Eco offers separate petrol and LPG Tanks and the customers can choose from the desired mode. Santro Eco with lowest levels of greenhouse gas emissions is an environment friendly car priced at ` 376,000.
Maruti Suzuki 800 Duo: The Maruti Suzuki 800 Duo was introduced by Maruti in 2008.The Maruti Suzuki 800 Duo works on gas mixer systems which result in optimum performance and lower emissions. The customers have a choice to switch between the petrol and the LPG modes. This car is priced between ` 205,000 and ` 226,000.
Indica V2 Xeta LPG: This is a dual fuel engine car launched by Tata Motors which can run on both petrol and LPG. The dual engine reduces carbon monoxide emissions by about 10% with good fuel efficiency on highways and roads both. The Indica V2 Xeta LPG is priced at ` 327,000. However the The new Xeta LPG comes with a 1.2 litre MPFI engine with two ECUs (Electronic Control Units) which meets the BSIII emission norms but with an upgradation can meet Euro IV norms.
Hero Ultra Advantage: Hero ultra advantage is a product of the Hero Group which offers a number of advantages like low-cost, low-emission and high-performance.The Hero Ultra Advantage boasts of a powerful motor of 250 watts and an efficient battery support offering a range of 45 km per charge. This vehicle by the Hero group adds to the number of eco friendly vehicles and offers a series of environmental and user friendly features. This two wheeler sports a light weight body structure and is priced between `15,000 - 20,000.
Yo Spin Electric Scooters: Indus Electrans, a division of Electrotherm (ET) has launched its latest eco friendly electric scooter which is powered by a motor of 250 watts that offers a satisfactory range or mileage of 55 kmpl. The Yo Spin Scooter is stylish, trendy and spacious.
Eco Friendly Buses: The Delhi government launched a fleet of low floor eco friendly buses to reduce the level of air pollution due to bus emissions. With the launch of the Eco Friendly Buses in Delhi the entire public transport system has undergone a change reducing not only environmental pollution but also traffic congestions.
Last Updated on 26 june 2011
The level of sulphur has to be brought down from 0.25% to 0.05% in diesel so that we can have clean fuel.
Alternate Fuels
Everyone is aware of the decreasing rate of the most popular fuel on which almost the entire transport of the earth is running. The production of domestic crude is decreasing and the increase in the transport industry is only making things worst. There is a growing concern that the earth may soon run out of petrol producing resources making it imperative for the search of a substitute fuel which is as good as petrol.
Examples of a few Alternate fuels
Bio diesel
Bio diesel the best alternative fuel so far is made of natural, renewable sources such as vegetable oils. The use of bio diesel in conventional diesel engine results in substantial reduction of carbon monoxide, unburned hydrocarbons and particulate matters.
Electric Fuel
Electric fuel is unique among all the other alternatives because mechanical power is derived directly from it. The most common form of electric fuel is batteries which act as storage devices of power. Apart from batteries fuel cells are also being explored which directly convert chemical energy to electricity. The first and most important benefit of using electricity as fuel is that there is no question of any pollutants hence making the environment pollution free.
The need of the hour is not just fuel but clean fuel therefore the best possible option out of the above mentioned fuels has to be chosen keeping in mind the availability and the level of pollution or maybe destruction that the particular fuel can cause.
List of vehicles working on clean fuels
Reva Electric: The Reva Electric by Reva Electric car Company is a small four seater which can accommodate 2 adults and two children. This car runs on battery and promises a speed of 80 kmhr .The running cost of the Reva in India is 40 paise per kilometer. The price of this electric car is ` 2,99,000 in India.
Santro Eco: This car was launched by Hyundai motors in the year 2008. This car is known as Santro eco because it comes with a factory fitted LPG kit. The Santro Eco offers separate petrol and LPG Tanks and the customers can choose from the desired mode. Santro Eco with lowest levels of greenhouse gas emissions is an environment friendly car priced at ` 376,000.
Maruti Suzuki 800 Duo: The Maruti Suzuki 800 Duo was introduced by Maruti in 2008.The Maruti Suzuki 800 Duo works on gas mixer systems which result in optimum performance and lower emissions. The customers have a choice to switch between the petrol and the LPG modes. This car is priced between ` 205,000 and ` 226,000.
Indica V2 Xeta LPG: This is a dual fuel engine car launched by Tata Motors which can run on both petrol and LPG. The dual engine reduces carbon monoxide emissions by about 10% with good fuel efficiency on highways and roads both. The Indica V2 Xeta LPG is priced at ` 327,000. However the The new Xeta LPG comes with a 1.2 litre MPFI engine with two ECUs (Electronic Control Units) which meets the BSIII emission norms but with an upgradation can meet Euro IV norms.
Hero Ultra Advantage: Hero ultra advantage is a product of the Hero Group which offers a number of advantages like low-cost, low-emission and high-performance.The Hero Ultra Advantage boasts of a powerful motor of 250 watts and an efficient battery support offering a range of 45 km per charge. This vehicle by the Hero group adds to the number of eco friendly vehicles and offers a series of environmental and user friendly features. This two wheeler sports a light weight body structure and is priced between `15,000 - 20,000.
Yo Spin Electric Scooters: Indus Electrans, a division of Electrotherm (ET) has launched its latest eco friendly electric scooter which is powered by a motor of 250 watts that offers a satisfactory range or mileage of 55 kmpl. The Yo Spin Scooter is stylish, trendy and spacious.
Eco Friendly Buses: The Delhi government launched a fleet of low floor eco friendly buses to reduce the level of air pollution due to bus emissions. With the launch of the Eco Friendly Buses in Delhi the entire public transport system has undergone a change reducing not only environmental pollution but also traffic congestions.
Last Updated on 26 june 2011
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