Porter-Jinan CATALYST™ Program
What is Being Done Now?
China
Our transportation depends on fossil fuels: Our buses, private cars, and motorcycles can’t run without gas and oil. Although there are some electric cars, they are expensive and they don’t have enough power. We hope that we can use electric-powered transportation more. There is a new kind of train in China which is driven by electricity; this kind of train are comfortable and also fast. So we think electricity can be a good renewable energy for most of people.
Click here to read more about transportation in Jinan, Shandong Province, China
USA
Private Transportation
Current incentives to purchase a Hybrid car:
- A tax break in the purchase of the car
- Higher gas mileage
- A write off on federal income tax
- A discount on auto insurance
Public Transportation
Alternative fuel sources for public transportation could help to reduce greenhouse gases in many ways. In cities such as L.A., New York, and Washington D.C., steps have already been taken to create buses and cabs that run on alternative fuels. Alternative fuel source buses and cabs may be harder to find. They may also be more crowded and slower. However, the idea of alternative fuel sources for public transportation is a reality and can be very helpful because many people can ride them.
Visit these sites to learn more about the new forms of transportation in D.C.
http://www.cleanfleetreport.com/vault/fta_h2.htm
http://www.isecorp.com/ise_products_services/hydrogen_ice_drive_systems/