Report Released - Diesel Fuel Additives: Use and Efficacy for Alaska’s Diesel Generators

Rural Alaska communities remain dependent on diesel generators to provide electricity at costs significantly higher than costs in grid-connected communities. Reducing those costs through improving engine efficiency and/or reducing engine maintenance, is a high priority for those responsible for these systems. Some have suggested that additional efficiency gains can be realized through the use of diesel fuel additives.  ACEP worked with rural utilities and other stakeholders to conduct a preliminary assessment of the types of fuel additives available, what has been used in rural Alaska and the potential for their use in the future.

 

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