3 bins placed at Roger Adams Laboratory
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P10G96441 placed on ground floor, P10G96443 placed on second floor, P10G96442 placed on third floor.
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63 buildings on campus have at least one of the new 3-bins
Associated Project(s):On March 27, 2023, it was recorded that 63 buildings across campus have at least one of the new 3-bins.
2 bins placed at Harding Band
Associated Project(s):P10H08409 north of main hallway and P10H08410 south of main hallway.
3 bins placed at Education Building
Associated Project(s):P10E62230 placed in the basement, P10H08411 placed on second floor, and P10H08412 placed on third floor.
2 slim bins and 1 regular bin placed at Bevier Hall - first of the 28 bin order
Associated Project(s):P10H08408 placed on first floor near room 180, P10H8407 placed on second floor near main stairs, and P10H8406 placed at the east stair main entry.
Clean vehicle tax credits
Associated Project(s):Following is Pete Varney's response to the question from Morgan, "In addition to the Ford Lightning EVs, could we potentially get EV versions of the turtle-top 15-person vans? Also, is there any discussion about getting Hybrid buses for UI Ride?"
When discussing EV we have to look at manufacturer availability and operational needs. Car Pool vehicles, 15-pass vans, need to be able to operate both locally and on extended trips ruling out EV due to range restrictions.
We won’t be looking to replace the first UI Ride bus until FY24/25. We can explore hybrid, but this class of vehicle is different from MTD hybrid buses. Electric may be an option. When the time comes, we’ll discuss with the System office as they put the $$ into UI Ride.
Thank you,
Pete
28 bin order arrived
Associated Project(s):On Friday, February 17, the bin order from MAX-R arrived at the Waste Transfer Station. 20 26-gallon bins (standard size) and 8 18-gallon (slim) bins arrived.
January 2023 SmartWay posts
Associated Project(s):Make 2023 your year for fuel efficiency! #EPASmartWay can help you set goals for freight efficiency with proven approaches & industry-driven strategies. Learn more: epa.gov/smartway #fuelsavings #sustainability #movemorewithless
Ford Lightning allotted to Abbott Power Plant and EV charging station installed
Associated Project(s):Abbott Power Plant are the recipients of one the new Ford F150 Lightning Electric Trucks.
There is a charging station in the alley between the plant addition and scrubber where the vehicle can be parked and charged (see photo below). The plug on the truck is on the side in front of the driver side door.
The key for the new truck is in the control room at Abbott. The key is a FOB that must be in the vehicle to start it. Similar to other new vehicles, the truck is started when the FOB is in the vehicle with you, you press the brake, and then hit the start button. Since it is electric you of course will not hear the motor engage and start, but the car will “come to life” with the dashboard coming on and displaying. The vehicle can now be put into gear and driven.
NOTE, the vehicle comes equipped with “engine braking” engaged. So, when you take your foot off the accelerator, the electric motor will “reserve” (turn into a generator) and start slowing down the vehicle (and at the same time charge up the batteries).
Please be careful when driving the truck for the first time and take some time to get accustomed to how it works.
Attached Files:SmartWay E-update
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SmartWay e-update
December 2022 SmartWay e-update
Happy Holidays!
As 2022 comes to a close, EPA SmartWay extends holiday greetings to all our partners. Whether your company participates in SmartWay as a shipper, carrier, or logistics partner, we know that you and your colleagues are busy delivering food for holiday dinners, toys for small children, lights to brighten dark days and much, much more! During this special season, people from all walks of life, representing cultures from all over the world celebrate light, life and new beginnings. The past couple of years have been full of challenge and change and as we look ahead, SmartWay will continue to support the efforts of its partners to make the world a better place. Your commitment and the goals you’ve set to improve the efficiency of how goods are moved are critical to keeping communities healthy, safe and strong. Best wishes for a happy holiday season and a joyous New Year! Thank you for all you do. We look forward to our work together in 2023 and beyond.
News for EPA SmartWay Partners and Stakeholders
EPA Seeks Public Input on $1 Billion Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle, $3 Billion Clean Ports and other Inflation Reduction Act Programs
EPA is seeking public input on new and existing programs funded by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), including a new $1 billion Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle program and $3 billion Clean Ports program. Under the Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle EPA will be offering grants and/or rebates to replace heavy-duty vehicles with zero-emission vehicles, support zero-emission vehicle infrastructure, and to train and develop workers. Under the Clean Ports program EPA will offer grants for the purchase and installation of zero emission technologies to reduce pollution at ports, and to develop qualified climate action plans.
EPA has published a Request for Information (RFI) seeking public input on core design aspects for these and other programs supported by IRA. The RFI provides background information on each IRA program and a series of questions for the public to consider as they provide input. The RFIs are open for public comment through January 18, 2023. Public input and information will be used to inform the development of the programs in addition to other stakeholder engagement activities that EPA will be conducting consistent with its Grant Competition policy. For more information and to provide input on the Clean Heavy-Duty, Clean Ports and other IRA programs, visit www.epa.gov.
EPA Publishes Final Rule to Control Air Pollution from Heavy-Duty Trucks
On December 20, EPA issued a final rule "Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards," that adopts new, stronger emissions standards to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from heavy-duty vehicles and engines starting in model year 2027. The new emissions standards cover a wider range of heavy-duty engine operating conditions compared to today's standards, and the rule requires these more stringent emissions standards to be met for a longer period of time when these engines operate on the road. The new rule and tighter standards will result in widespread air quality improvements across the U.S., especially in areas already overburdened by air pollution and emissions.
The final rule is one of three major actions being taken under EPA's "Clean Trucks Plan." Under this plan, the Agency intends to propose two additional rulemakings in 2023 which, when considered cumulatively with this final rule, would put in place more protective long-term standards that would reduce smog, soot, and climate pollution from heavy-duty vehicles and would include consideration of greater adoption of zero-emissions vehicle technologies. For more information on EPA's Clean Trucks Plan, and the new rule to limit NOx emissions from heavy-duty commercial vehicles, visit www.epa.gov.
Upcoming Virtual Meetings and Conferences
National Academy
of Sciences Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting
January 8-12, 2023
Washington, DC
The Transportation Research Board is holding its 102nd Annual Meeting January 8-12, 2023 in Washington, DC. TRB's Annual Meeting is expected to attract thousands of transportation professionals from around the world. The meeting program covers all transportation modes, with sessions and workshops addressing topics of interest to policy makers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry and academia. The spotlight theme for the meeting is Rejuvenation Out of Disruption: Envisioning a Transportation System for a Dynamic Future. For more information on the program and to register visit trb.org.
SMC3
JumpStart
January 23-25, 2023
Atlanta, GA
A three-day annual supply chain event produced annually by SMC3, JumpStart brings together leading carriers, shippers, logistics service providers and technology providers to exchange ideas, information and perspectives. The meeting focuses on key topics and emerging trends in technology, infrastructure, and operations. This year, SmartWay will present on recent enhancements to the partnership, the value of collaboration and its less than truckload carbon calculator. The program agenda, speakers and more information is available at smc3jumpstart.com.
Retail Industry Leaders Association LINK 2023
The Retail Supply Chain Conference
February 19-22, 2023
Orlando, FL
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), a SmartWay Affiliate, is hosting LINK2023, the association's annual supply chain conference, February 19-22, in Orlando, FL. The focus of this year's conference is on the economic and logistical headwinds that retailers are experiencing as they adjust to the pandemic and envision the future of their supply chains. Sessions cover technology developments and applications that can help improve demand planning, forecasting, and case studies on how to effectively manage disruption. Other topics include strategies for strengthening consumer experience, freight delivery, infrastructure, emissions accounting and sustainability. More than 300 exhibiting companies and nearly 2000 attendees are expected to participate in LINK2023. SmartWay and its partners will be on deck to share experiences and to highlight the value of collaboration across the supply chain. For more information, visit LINK2023.
Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) EXPO 2023
May 1-4, 2023
Anaheim, CA
ACT EXPO is a 4-day fleet focused conference that will explore the trends, infrastructure and technologies transforming clean commercial transportation. The 2023 program will spotlight low- and zero-emission fleet case studies, financial incentives to improve the total cost of ownership for advanced clean vehicles, climate and environmental policies, and the accelerated development of zero emission infrastructure, as well as technology advancements with battery technology, charging infrastructure, biofuels, hydrogen, autonomous vehicles and more. On the exhibit floor attendees can gain access to 185+ commercial vehicles, including battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell, renewable fuels and connected tech. More than 275+ suppliers of equipment for all vehicle weight classes and fleet applications will also be exhibiting. Opportunities to get behind the wheel and test drive dozens of new vehicles are offered during a two-day Ride & Drive event. For more information visit ACTEXPO2023.
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1 bin placed at Nuclear Physics Laboratory
Associated Project(s):P10G97104 between 206 and 204 in hallway.
Zero Waste iCAP Meeting 12/8/2022
Associated Project(s):On December 8th, the Zero Waste iCAP team met to discuss a new approach to creating recommendations for next semester. During the meeting, the team created subcommittees based on aspects of the key priorities document and provided feedback on an environmental engineering sustainability project.
Meeting minutes are attached.
Attached Files:Transportation iCAP Team Meeting 12/2/22
Associated Project(s):The transportation iCAP team met on Friday, December 2nd at 3:00 P.M. CST to discuss electric vehicle charging, and updates on bike shelter procurement for the university. Due to a software error, the meeting minutes were not recorded.
Link to meeting recording: https://mediaspace.illinois.edu/media/t/1_u3g573fb
Undergraduate Library rehomes 6 3-bins to other facilities on campus
Associated Project(s):The Undergraduate Library rehomed 6 3-bins at the onset of redevelopment:
- Armory took 4 (P10E62260 second floor east side right out of the elevator, P10E62264 third floor southside center outside restroom, P10E62261 third floor northside center outside of restroom, P10E62265 in landing area in front of Room 232 under glassed bulletin board).
- Mechanical Engineering Laboratory took 2 (P10E62262 and P10E62263 on first and second floors).
SmartWay 2022 Roundtable Summary
Associated Project(s):Please see attached the SmartWay 2022 Roundtable Summary.
Attached Files:Metric for EV charging stations - Suggestion by Ria
Associated Project(s):Hi Morgan,
The proposed metrics (i.e., number of level 2 chargers) are certainly interesting. Could we also track the chargers' utilization? My group can help with such an analysis as needed. I am happy to discuss opportunities for a more comprehensive assessment of shared charging use by the university fleet and other passenger vehicles in the university. Effective charging sharing and management schemes will play an important role as electric vehicle adoption and use grow. Thanks in advance!
Best regards,
Ria
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Eleftheria (Ria) Kontou, PhD
Assistant Professor
Civil and Environmental EngineeringUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
publish.illinois.edu/kontou/home
New publication: Evacuation route planning for alternative fuel vehicles https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trc.2022.103837
Insider article on 9/21/22: Ahead of the Curve and All Electric
Associated Project(s):F&S purchased two all electric Ford F-150 Lightning trucks in spring 2022. Read the Insider article about this here: https://fs.web.illinois.edu/Insider/2022/09/21/ahead-of-the-curve-and-al...
Attached Files:Hired Daphne Hulse as the full-time Zero Waste Coordinator
Associated Project(s):Daphne Hulse started as the full-time Zero Waste Coordinator on September 6, 2022.
EV charging stations and a personalized update about EVs - Robert O'Daniell
Associated Project(s):Following is an email from Robert O'Daniell regarding EV charging stations and his experience during his recent road trip.
From: Robert O'Daniell
Sent: Wednesday, September 14, 2022 2:58 PM
To: White, Morgan; Prasad, Sarthak; Kontou, Eleftheria
Subject: A personalized update about EVsHi - I did another roadtrip this weekend. At a DCFC I chatted with a guy on a longer road trip that was intent on charging to 100%. He was there a very long time as the charger slows remarkably as they go beyond 90%. For him to charge from 90% to 100% would take 15 minutes to get 25 miles. I spent 12 minutes at Target and got 75 miles of charge.
As this year has rolled on, attempts to improve my EV charging survey has waned. There has been decreasing willingness of people participating and I was having doubts about the questions I was asking. So I have stopped. And then the EV sections of the Inflation Reduction Act turned everything on its head.
Even the piece by Kontou that the July 28th IDOT WebEx meeting mentioned as cutting edge shows its age in only a little over two years. ( first a disclaimer - inspite of being a math major at UI 50 years ago, the equations and graphs in her report are a little too esoteric for me.) But some of the basic information demonstrates remarkable changes, It mentioned 50 kw charging as fast, now NEVI mandates a minimum of 150kw (350 kw is now fast). Mentioned charging locations that numbered at 1300. Now Tesla alone has 1200 supercharger locations, The mentioned EVgo has dropped from prominence, now Electrify America from its infancy in 2019 now leads the way. Electrify America currently has 800 and most are up to NEVI standards. EVs charging up on off-peak hours takes advantage of unused capacity at those times ( and gets a discount). And now with two way charging, EVs can put power back on the grid at some heavy peak use periods. (Known as V2G) Predictions of some EV issues will be difficult.
Recent V2G articles.
https://electrek.co/2022/08/25/electric-school-buses-supply-80-hrs-energy-massachussetts-grid/BMW, Ford, GM will help incentivize California EV drivers to charge off-peak
Can a Garage Full of Revel Taxis Stop the Next Blackout?
Brooklyn-based Vehicle-to-Grid Bidirectional Station Charging back into NYC Grid | EnergyTech
So - EV charging will have two opposite effects on the grid. Occasionally add to a peak load. But also help balance the load on the grid by taking some energy during off-peak hours and putting it back during peak load pressures.
EV charging also has another opposition. DCFC continuing to get faster and Levels 1 & 2 staying the same or getting slower.
The two factors are the "60% rule" and the increasing acceptance of convenience charging.The 60% rule is to only charge between 20% and 80% (the 60% in the middle). This protects battery life and has the advantage of saving time. Saved time is illustrated in the opening paragraph of this email. 3 times the charge in slightly less time.
Accepting convenience charging is maximizing charging convenience. Speed at DCFC. And if its not convenient, I don’t charge (even if free). A different take on “Willingness To Pay” (if the charger is 100 yards away and I’ll only get 10 miles, why bother)
Faster = = DCFC & the NEVI guidelines. DCFC is at least twice as fast when charging from 20% to 30% than it is when charging from 70% to 80%. Nobody (should) wants to charge to 100%, where the charging speed is similar to Level 2 charger. Lots of current EVs charge faster than my car, and I can add 75 miles in the time it takes to use the rest room. With the NEVI 50 mile interval, it guarantees roadtrips with minimal times as drivers plan better.
Slower = = For my home, I spent $200 on the slowest level 2 charger available (16 amp). Even if my VW is down to 20% when I go to bed, my "slow" charger will add enough range to get from CU to Woodridge ( 142 miles) when I get up. In the 8 hour “off peak” window, 90 miles can be added.Since few people in this area need 75 miles to get home from work, those that need to add charge before leaving work for home can get what they need from the slowest level 2 chargers. This could save money for places like UI by reducing the cost of the EVSE and the necessary wiring for them. It would be interesting to know if any workers at UI would pay extra to rent a reserved parking space with a charger. (For those with longer commutes or no chargers at their apartment complex)
We need to get our municipal leaders to get involved with IDOT and get one or more of the DCFC locations paid for with Federal money (NEVI program). Those DCFCs could fulfill all of UI needs for short term EV charging and the need for level 1 or 2 charging spaces. But as a visible sign of support of sustainability issues, some should still be there.
Level 2 destination chargers scattered throughout the community will always be both used and appreciated, As EV drivers learn the most efficient ways to charge, their WTP for level 2 charging will wane. WTP for DCFC will always be there.
Thank you for your time.ps. as a side note - a few details to go but I will be doing an EV interest group at OLLI soon. (OLLI - UI affiliate of Osher Life Long Learning Institute)
Robert K. O'Daniell
Photographer Emeritus-News-Gazette
DESMAN EV Proposal
Associated Project(s):Please see attached
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