b'In other words: every Supplychainengagement:Partnerwithdistributors gallon of petroleum dieselexperienced in marine biodiesel and renewable dieselFundingexploration:Seekgrants,LowCarbonFuel displaced today deliversStandard (LCFS) participation, or Clean Fuels Alliance guidancecarbon savings that THE CALL TO ACTIONcompound over time. The transition to lower-emission ferry operations does not have to be disruptive, costly, or delayed. Biodiesel and renew-able diesel offer a realistic, scalable pathway to decarboniza-tion that protects operational reliability and maritime jobs es. This means ferry operators can begin reducing emis- while delivering meaningful environmental benefits.sions immediately capturing the time value of carbonBy engaging with Clean Fuels Alliance America and lever-by preventing more cumulative emissions now rather thanaging PVAs Decarbonization Working Group, ferry opera-waiting for future technologies to mature. tors have direct access to technical expertise, industrys best In other words: every gallon of petroleum diesel displacedpractices, and a national network of successful adopters.today delivers carbon savings that compound over time. The cleaner course is clear, and its ready to be charted today.REAL-WORLD EXAMPLES To learn more about integrating low-carbon liquid fuels San Francisco Bay: Golden Gate Ferry and Red & Whiteinto ferry operations, visit cleanfuels.org or contact a Clean Fleet have transitioned to renewable diesel and biodieselFuels advisor.blends, citing smoother operations, reduced engine wear, and strong public response.New York Harbor: Pilot B20 programs supported by Clean Fuels have demonstrated compatibility and emis-sions benefits in passenger vessels.MidwestInlandWaterways:ADMoperatesaB30About the Author biodiesel blend in barge and support vessels, with reliable performance in varied seasonal conditions. PAUL J. NAZZAROPRESIDENTThese cases show that with the right planning and techni- ADVANCED FUEL SOLUTIONS, INC.cal support, clean fuels can be integrated seamlessly into ferry operations. Paul J. Nazzaro is president of Advanced Fuel Solu-tions, Inc. and founder of The Nazzaro Group, where PRACTICAL STEPS FOR OPERATORS hehasspentmorethanthreedecadesadvancing Ferryoperatorsexploringlow-carbonliquidfuelscanbiodiesel, renewable diesel, and Bioheat fuel across start with: the U.S. heating oil, marine, and transportation mar-kets. A long-time supply chain liaison for Clean Fuels Fuel infrastructure review: Assess storage and blend- Alliance America, he helps the liquid fuels industry ing capabilities navigate the energy transition with innovation, col-laboration, and operational excellence. Original equipment manufacturers (OEM) consulta- tion: Confirm blend approvals for your engine models39 SEPTEMBER 2025'