Biodiesel Clears the Air in Underground Mines, Clean Cities, Fact Sheet, June 2009

关键词: AIR;    AIR QUALITY;    LUNGS;    MINERS;    MINING;    PARTICULATES;    WEATHER;    UNDERGROUND MINING CLEAN CITIES;    MINING;    STILLWATER MINE;    BIODIESEL;    MINING EQUIPMENT;    MINE;    DPM;    DPM REDUCTION;    CARMEUSE;   

DOI  :  10.2172/958219
RP-ID  :  DOE/GO-102009-2824
PID  :  OSTI ID: 958219
Others  :  TRN: US201001%%501

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来源: SciTech Connect

【 摘 要 】

Mining companies are using biodiesel in their equipment to help clear the air of diesel particulate matter (DPM). This action improves air quality and protects miners' lungs. Though using biodiesel has some challenges in cold weather, tax incentives, and health benefits make it a viable option.