Energy, Oil & Gas Magazine Issue 219 March 2024 | Page 70

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knowledgeable about energy transition , with a plan in motion that complies with mounting legislation and deadlines . Providing rebates , incentives , and financing options has become a much larger part of our energy , compliance , and mechanical departments . We ’ ve also partnered with several outfits at the forefront of green energy , reducing carbon emissions in the tristate area to strengthen our ability to service clients ’ needs .”
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As New York City ’ s Mayor , Eric Adams recently unveiled , New York City is striving to become the first East Coast city to transition its heavyduty fleet of over 12,500 vehicles from fossil to renewable fuel . “ With a rise of news stories requiring publicity , we ’ ve revamped and increased our marketing efforts ,” Vincent elaborates . “ We have a responsibility to educate customers on what they are doing versus
Sustainability now .
Clean fuels are critical in helping companies achieve sustainability milestones today . On average , biodiesel and renewable diesel reduce carbon emissions by more than 70 % when compared to petroleum diesel .
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Materials supported by United Soybean Board , soybean farmers and their checkoffs . what they could be doing to play their part in reducing emissions , as well as informing them of the practical sustainable liquid energy options now available .
“ Renewable diesel is increasingly being deployed in city agencies as they work to reduce emissions , and New York City is no exception . With Approved now on the front line of sustainable energy efforts , we ’ ve recently been awarded the contract for New York City ’ s transition to renewable diesel , which is a major accomplishment for us . Transitioning from conventional to renewable diesel will contribute to the city ’ s green initiatives to reduce emissions and improve air quality .
“ Following a full rollout of 16 million gallons of renewable diesel , which is estimated to be achieved at the end of 2024 , the city will eliminate around 128 billion grams of carbon dioxide pollution each year . Beyond New York City , our goal is to introduce renewable diesel to neighboring cities , states , and municipalities that share similar carbon reduction objectives .”
Aside from sustainability demands , Vincent is keen to tell us about other evolutions in the customer base . “ Customers are key ; they always have been and always will be ,” he states . “ Through continued education , we maintain a high level of customer service , conveying emotional intelligence to truly understand an issue from the customer ’ s perspective .
“ Customers are also more price conscious than we ’ ve previously seen , so we ’ re working
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