In February 2004, the US Environmental Pollution Agency launched a new “green” initiative called the SmartWay Transport Partnership, designed to increase fuel efficiency and significantly reduce emissions generated by the transportation industry. With fuel costs accounting for nearly 25 percent of annual operating expenses, fluctuating crude oil prices have left many companies in the transportation industry scrambling to stay afloat. The SmartWay Transport Partnership is driving the development of technologies that are environmentally friendly and enable carriers to counter rising costs and remain competitive.
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