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The economic and environmental feasibility of biogas buses in Liege
Mostert, Martine; Limbourg, Sabine
2013In 2013 BIVEC-GIBET Transport Research Days - Proceedings
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Keywords :
Biogas; alternative fuel; passenger transport; carbon footprint
Abstract :
[en] Everyday, many students at the University of Liège have to drive to the Sart-Tilman village to attend their courses. These journeys are responsible for the emission of harmful particles which have negative impacts on climate and human health. This paper analyzes the economic and environmental feasibility of using biogas buses for public transport in Liège. The idea of implementing biogas buses is based on the proposed recycling of organic waste by the company INTRADEL, which manages and treats waste in the region. The economic and environmental advantages and drawbacks of biogas buses are developed and compared with those of the current diesel bus fleet. The main conclusion of this study is that, while internalizing external costs due to pollution, the use of biogas buses becomes an attractive option compared with classical diesel buses. Nevertheless, it requires investment and might lead to resistance to change. However, it remains a good solution for the reduction of CO2 emissions.
Research center :
QuantOM
Disciplines :
Special economic topics (health, labor, transportation...)
Author, co-author :
Mostert, Martine ;  Université de Liège - ULiège > 2e an. master ing. gestion, fin. spéc. supply chain man.
Limbourg, Sabine  ;  Université de Liège - ULiège > HEC-Ecole de gestion : UER > UER Opérations : Logistique
Language :
English
Title :
The economic and environmental feasibility of biogas buses in Liege
Alternative titles :
[en] Faisabilité économique et environnementale d'un bus au biogaz à Liège
Publication date :
30 May 2013
Event name :
2013 BIVEC-GIBET Transport Research Days
Event date :
du 30 au 31 mai 2013
Audience :
International
Main work title :
2013 BIVEC-GIBET Transport Research Days - Proceedings
Peer reviewed :
Peer reviewed
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