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Publisher Summary This chapter discusses the lessons learned by the US in the deployment of alternative fueled vehicles (AFV). The main consideration in the decision to deploy AFVs is that the justification and plan for the deployment of these vehicles must be part of an integrated national energy policy, which includes not only stationary sources, but also the entire range of energy use in the United States. One key lesson learned by DaimlerChrysler AG is that any AFV program needs to be an integral part of a clearly articulated and broadly accepted national energy policy with explicit goals. The goals should delineate with some precision the problem that is to be tackled, whether it is CO2 emissions, fossil fuel use, or dependence on imported petroleum. It must be recognized that the goals adopted will determine the relevant solution sets and may preclude some politically popular alternatives. As part of the national energy policy, the goals and targets of the transportation sector must be set at achievable and measurable levels. Next, any AFV program must rely on a total lifecycle analysis. All energy and resource inputs should be identified and quantified, not only for the vehicle when in use, but for the manufacture and ultimate disposal of the vehicle. Furthermore, any AFV program must compete against the very mature spark ignited, internal combustion engine (ICE), fueled by petroleum derived gasoline. Any replacement for the gasoline powered spark ignited engine must eventually be cost competitive on a stand-alone basis if it is to be successful. |
