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For those overseeing a commercial fleet, FleetSmart - a program administered by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) - shows that there are several ways to save money and the environment simultaneously. The NRCan program covers all aspects of fleet energy management, from reducing fuel usage to offering rebates on alternative transportation technologies. It's free to become a member and the program has various alternative fuel and vehicle pilot projects. Furthermore, FleetSmart offers rebates on proven technologies in vehicles that were not previously equipped to use fuel alternatives. There is a rebate on in-cab heaters - fuel-fired heaters that provide warmth in the cold weather. They also run a similar incentive program for fuel-fired auxiliary power generators. On top of spreading the word about the latest fuel technologies, FleetSmart offers 'SmartDriver' training, which works at better managing fuel consumption.
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Smart Fleets Fuel the Future
NOWADAYS, GAS COSTS are soaring and the future only promises more of the same. As prices are keenly watched, fleet managers are increasingly seeking cheaper and greener alternatives.
For those overseeing a commercial fleet, FleetSmart - a program administered by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) - shows that there are several ways to save money and the environment simultaneously.Lynda Harvey, senior manager of FleetSmart, notes that, "first and foremost, you want to reduce your fuel consumption. Save money, reduce emissions - it's a pretty straightforward formula."The NRCan program (www.fleetsmart. gc.ca) covers all aspects of fleet energy management, from reducing fuel us...See the full content of this document
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