New Resource Demonstrates Impact of Clean Diesel Technology

With its unmatched combination of energy density, fuel efficiency, power and performance, clean diesel technologydrives 15 key sectors of the U.S. economy. But where does Maryland rank for adopting the latest clean diesel technology that will deliver not only your goods but cleaner air faster? What is diesel’s role in Maryland's transportation systems?

A look at the Diesel Technology Forum’s searchable, state-by-state breakdowns and statistics shows the broad impact of clean diesel on Maryland's economy and transportation systems.

According to research commissioned by the Forum, Maryland ranks sixth out of the 50 states for the number of clean diesel engines manufactured – nearly 37,000 in 2016. More than 4,000 Marylanders work in diesel-related jobs. Clean diesel technology powers 33 percent of the heavy-duty trucks, 34 percent of the transit buses and 42 percent of the school buses operating on Maryland’s roads. Visit https://www.dieselforum.org/ maryland to learn more about clean diesel’s role in Maryland.

"With its unmatched combination of energy density, fuel efficiency, power and performance, the newest generation of clean diesel technology meets the increasing demands of truckers, construction companies and farmers while also delivering lower greenhouse gas emissions and cleaner air for everyone,” said Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Forum. “Diesel engine, vehicle and equipment manufacturers continue their record of innovation by making their products more efficient and sustainable, incorporating hybrid and electric drive components and renewable fuel capabilities, thereby ensuring a role for clean diesel technology in the future.”

Clean diesel refers to those technologies that meet the latest near-zero emission standards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, beginning with model year 2011.

Nationwide, clean diesel technology drives 15 key sectors of the U.S. economy, including agriculture, forestry, mining, construction, logistics, warehousing and other goods movement industries supporting retail and the larger manufacturing sector.

• In 2016, manufacturing facilities across 14 states produced nearly 880,000 heavy-duty diesel engines.
• The diesel industry is responsible for generating more than 1.25 million American jobs.
• The production of diesel engines and the vehicles and equipment they power along with affiliated components, emissions control technologies, clean diesel fuel and advanced biofuels generate more than $455 billion in economic wealth, according to research commissioned by the Diesel Technology Forum. $46 billion of this U.S.-made technology reaches overseas markets.

Beyond manufacturing, each state’s economy benefits from large workforce and training sectors dedicated to servicing and maintaining diesel engines, vehicles, equipment and fueling operations, along with the public and private services they provide that can be found in every community.

• Diesel is the backbone of America’s transportation systems, powering the movement of 90 percent of the country’s freight tonnage.
• Ninety-five percent of heavy-duty commercial trucks on U.S. roads are manufactured in the U.S. The newest technology clean diesel trucks power 30 percent of commercial vehicles in the United States – almost 3 million Class 3 through 8 heavy-duty trucks – delivering significant emission reductions and substantial fuel savings.
• Diesel is the predominant power source for public transit and intercity bus services nationwide.
• Diesel-powered buses transport approximately 55 percent of America’s elementary and secondary school students to and from school.
• Diesel is the predominant powertrain used in marine operations including a wide array of work boats and passenger ferries.

Visit https://www.dieselforum.org/ in-your-state to learn about clean diesel’s impact on each of the 50 U.S. states, plus Washington, D.C. This new resource identifies the population of diesel-powered commercial trucks, marine vessels, transit and school buses, and light-duty vehicles; number of renewable fuel producers and stations; diesel fuel consumption; and diesel-related manufacturing and jobs. Each state’s page also features news and print-friendly fact sheets with infographics tailored for that state. To access the print-friendly version, hit the “print” icon on the left side of the website.

About The Diesel Technology Forum

The Diesel Technology Forum is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of diesel engines, fuel and technology. Forum members are leaders in clean diesel technology and represent the three key elements of the modern clean-diesel system: advanced engines, vehicles and equipment, cleaner diesel fuel and emissions-control systems. For more information visit www.dieselforum.org.

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