Additional Resources Save and Share The Diesel Guarantee Stationary Diesel Engines to Dramatically Reduce Emissions June 30, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA News BriefFor Immediate Release:  (Washington, D.C. - Thursday, June 29, 2006) Stationary Diesel Engines to Dramatically Reduce Emissions   (Washington, D.C.-June 29, 2006) On June 29, 2006, EPA announced... [more] Corps of Engineers Powerhouse at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Jumpstarts Power in Rita-Ravaged Jasper County October 2, 2005 The Sam Rayburn Powerhouse, one of only three hydroelectric generating facilities operated by the Corps of Engineers in Texas, has been tasked to do what is termed a "black start" to restore a grid damaged by hurricane Rita. [more] EPA Proposes Stationary Diesel Fumes Cut July 29, 2005 Associated Press The new proposal "is really the continuation of applying the clean diesel system to all categories of diesel machines and vehicles," said Bill Buff, spokesman for the Diesel Technology Forum, an industry group for engine makers,... [more] EPA Sets Emission Standards For Stationary Diesel Engines July 1, 2005 Environment News Service Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum, said the industry is "firmly committed to continuous progress and a cleaner environment."   [more] One Year And 10 Seconds Later: Northeast Blackout Anniversary Offers Reminder Of Importance Of Emergency Backup Power August 9, 2004 One year ago this week, on August 14, 2003, the Northeastern United States and parts of Canada suddenly went dark due to failures in the electric power grid that lasted nearly 48 hours in some areas, resulting in severe... [more] Displaying results 16 to 20 out of 21 < Previous 1 2 3 4 5 Next > 10 Seconds Makes the Difference Click Lady Liberty to find out why.

 

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From powering the back-up generators that give hospitals and operating rooms electricity within 10 seconds of a blackout to fueling military and disaster-relief vehicles, diesel is a key player in protecting our public health and safety.

Emergency Backup Power

Each second counts in the operating room, and diesel is a silent yet reliable partner to virtually every hospital across the country. No other energy source provides full-strength backup power within seconds of a failure by the primary electricity grid.

In the aftermath of 2005 hurricanes Katrina and Rita, diesel-powered equipment immediately went to work, aiding in rescue operations and clean up processes.  Diesel's work continues today as a partner in the rebuilding effort of New Orleans and its surrounding areas.  During the 2003 Northeast Blackout, diesel supplied the back-up power to keep critical services in operation.

Emergency Response

Call 911, and odds are that a piece of diesel-powered equipment will respond. Fire trucks, ambulances, and other rescue equipment all rely on diesel.

Homeland Security and Public Safety

Diesel vehicles play an important role in protecting our public safety and homeland security. Approximately one-third of the fuel consumed by the U.S. military each year is diesel. And, in the aftermath of the 2001 terrorist attacks, diesel-powered construction equipment played a major role in the recovery and cleanup operations.

Just what is clean diesel? Learn about the components of clean diesel technology from the engine to the fuel to the emissions control systems.