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RADNOR SCHOOL BUSES GO BIOFUEL
Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Kathleen A. McGinty praised the Radnor School District on Friday for its decision to use biofuels in its 64 diesel-powered vehicles.
The switch is an example of leadership by the district that will help the nation reduce its dependence on foreign oil at a time when record-high fuel prices are draining the budgets of communities, businesses and families across the state, she said.
“Schools, truck drivers, small businesses and families across the commonwealth are feeling the pressure of higher fuel bills on their budgets and wallets,” McGinty said.
“Switching from conventional fuels to homegrown biofuels will help break our addiction to foreign oil, bring down costs, strengthen national security and grow our economy,” she said.
“The Radnor School District is leading by example on this front,” McGinty said. “Rather than sending all of its diesel fuel dollars out of state, it’s making an investment in Pennsylvania.”
The district was awarded a $40,000 Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant in October. It will purchase nearly 94,000 gallons of diesel fuel blended with 20 percent biodiesel, otherwise known as B20.
The grant will help to cover the incremental costs of purchasing the alternative fuel, and will help the district prepare two storage tanks for biodiesel.
The fuel will be supplied by the Energy Cooperative. Founded in 1979, the cooperative is a nonprofit, member-owned organization providing biodiesel, home heating oil and renewable electricity to households, businesses, nonprofits and municipalities throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania needs the PennSecurity Fuels Initiative, McGinty said. The average price for a gallon of conventional diesel in the state last week was $4.27 in the five-county region. That’s up nearly 64 percent since Governor Rendell introduced his plan back in February 2007.
“Radnor is committed to the health of its students and community, and using biodiesel is a logical place to improve our environment,” said Burt Blackburn, the district’s transportation director.
Running the vehicles on the renewable fuel will result in emission reductions each year.
Realizing these environmental benefits for the 4,400 students who ride Radnor School District buses was an important factor in the decision to switch to biodiesel, Blackburn said.
Schuylkill Expressway
Overnight lane closures will occur this week on I-76 in Philadelphia for the installation of closed-circuit camera poles and bridge construction, PennDOT said.
Today through Thursday, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., the eastbound right lane of I-76 will be closed between City Avenue and University Avenue for camera pole installations.
Today-Thursday, for the same hours, the westbound left lane and eastbound right lane of I-76 will be closed between South Street and 34th Street for bridge construction.
Friday and Saturday, 11 p.m.-5 a.m., the westbound right lane of I-76 will be closed between 34th Street and South Street for bridge construction.
Call FIX-ROAD
Motorists are reminded by PennDOT this time of year to report road-repair problems on state roads — not local or county roads — by calling its toll-free Roadway Maintenance Hotline at 1-800-FIX-ROAD (1-800-349-7623).
If you see potholes, downed signs or shoulder washouts, among other road defects, call the hotline Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Be specific about the location, municipality, street name or traffic route number and any familiar landmarks near the problem area to help PennDOT locate the spot to repair the problem, says PennDOT District Executive Lester Toaso.
Traffic Delays
Edgmont — Providence Road, paving between West Chester Pike (Route 3) and Goshen Road 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays starting Monday and through May 2.
Ridley Township — I-476 (Blue Route) North, sign inspection with lane closure at MacDade Boulevard noon-3 p.m. Monday.
Also, I-95 and I-476 North/South ramps, sign structure inspection with lane restrictions on ramps connecting I-95 and I-476, 9 a.m.-noon Monday.
Upper Darby — Victory Road, bridge repairs with lane restrictions between Market Street and Lansdowne Avenue 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday.
Also, Market Street, Aqua Pa. utility installation with lane restrictions between Powell Lane and Wellington Road 9 a.m.-3 p.m. through April 18. Work begins Monday.
Baltimore Pike North/South — Springfield and Clifton Heights, milling between Route 420 and Burmont Road 7 p.m.-5 a.m. weekdays.
Chester — Engle Street, trench restoration between Tolstone Street and 12th Street, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays.
Upper Chichester — Route 452 (Market Street), slopewall repairs with lane restrictions at the I-95 Interchange 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays.
Also, Blueball Road, trench restoration with lane restrictions between Scott Road and Malatesta Avenue, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.weekdays.
Lower Chichester — I-95 North, sign inspection, two right lanes closed between Naamans Road and Chichester Avenue 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday.
Also, I-95 South, sign inspection, two right lanes closed between Market Street and Naamans Road noon-3 p.m. Tuesday.
Also, I-95 North, sign inspection, two left lanes closed between Naamans Road and Chichester Avenue 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday.
Also, I-95 South, sign inspection, two right lanes closed between Chichester Avenue and Naamans Road noon-3 p.m. Wednesday.
Nether Providence — I-476 North/South, sign inspection with lane closure between Baltimore Pike and MacDade Boulevard 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday.
Chadds Ford — North Creek Road, Chester Water Authority utility installation, lane restriction near Baltimore Pike 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday.
I-95 North/South — Ridley Township, Tinicum and Chester Township, sweeping/removal of litter, with lane restrictions between Philadelphia County line and Delaware state line 12-4 a.m. weekdays
Upper Darby — Burmont Road — trench restoration, closed and detoured between State and Garrett roads 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays through April 11 by Aqua Pennsylvania. Work began March 12.
Springfield — Springfield Road, Aqua utility installation between State and S. Britton roads 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays through April 25. Work began March 24.
Chester Township — Concord Road, utility installation between Commerce Drive and McDonald Boulevard 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays through June 4. Work began Feb. 19.
“Road Watch” appears Sundays. Only messages and mail with phone numbers will be considered. E-mail: jroman@delcotimes.com.
The switch is an example of leadership by the district that will help the nation reduce its dependence on foreign oil at a time when record-high fuel prices are draining the budgets of communities, businesses and families across the state, she said.
“Schools, truck drivers, small businesses and families across the commonwealth are feeling the pressure of higher fuel bills on their budgets and wallets,” McGinty said.
“Switching from conventional fuels to homegrown biofuels will help break our addiction to foreign oil, bring down costs, strengthen national security and grow our economy,” she said.
“The Radnor School District is leading by example on this front,” McGinty said. “Rather than sending all of its diesel fuel dollars out of state, it’s making an investment in Pennsylvania.”
The district was awarded a $40,000 Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant in October. It will purchase nearly 94,000 gallons of diesel fuel blended with 20 percent biodiesel, otherwise known as B20.
The grant will help to cover the incremental costs of purchasing the alternative fuel, and will help the district prepare two storage tanks for biodiesel.
The fuel will be supplied by the Energy Cooperative. Founded in 1979, the cooperative is a nonprofit, member-owned organization providing biodiesel, home heating oil and renewable electricity to households, businesses, nonprofits and municipalities throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania needs the PennSecurity Fuels Initiative, McGinty said. The average price for a gallon of conventional diesel in the state last week was $4.27 in the five-county region. That’s up nearly 64 percent since Governor Rendell introduced his plan back in February 2007.
“Radnor is committed to the health of its students and community, and using biodiesel is a logical place to improve our environment,” said Burt Blackburn, the district’s transportation director.
Running the vehicles on the renewable fuel will result in emission reductions each year.
Realizing these environmental benefits for the 4,400 students who ride Radnor School District buses was an important factor in the decision to switch to biodiesel, Blackburn said.
Schuylkill Expressway
Overnight lane closures will occur this week on I-76 in Philadelphia for the installation of closed-circuit camera poles and bridge construction, PennDOT said.
Today through Thursday, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., the eastbound right lane of I-76 will be closed between City Avenue and University Avenue for camera pole installations.
Today-Thursday, for the same hours, the westbound left lane and eastbound right lane of I-76 will be closed between South Street and 34th Street for bridge construction.
Friday and Saturday, 11 p.m.-5 a.m., the westbound right lane of I-76 will be closed between 34th Street and South Street for bridge construction.
Call FIX-ROAD
Motorists are reminded by PennDOT this time of year to report road-repair problems on state roads — not local or county roads — by calling its toll-free Roadway Maintenance Hotline at 1-800-FIX-ROAD (1-800-349-7623).
If you see potholes, downed signs or shoulder washouts, among other road defects, call the hotline Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Be specific about the location, municipality, street name or traffic route number and any familiar landmarks near the problem area to help PennDOT locate the spot to repair the problem, says PennDOT District Executive Lester Toaso.
Traffic Delays
Edgmont — Providence Road, paving between West Chester Pike (Route 3) and Goshen Road 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays starting Monday and through May 2.
Ridley Township — I-476 (Blue Route) North, sign inspection with lane closure at MacDade Boulevard noon-3 p.m. Monday.
Also, I-95 and I-476 North/South ramps, sign structure inspection with lane restrictions on ramps connecting I-95 and I-476, 9 a.m.-noon Monday.
Upper Darby — Victory Road, bridge repairs with lane restrictions between Market Street and Lansdowne Avenue 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday.
Also, Market Street, Aqua Pa. utility installation with lane restrictions between Powell Lane and Wellington Road 9 a.m.-3 p.m. through April 18. Work begins Monday.
Baltimore Pike North/South — Springfield and Clifton Heights, milling between Route 420 and Burmont Road 7 p.m.-5 a.m. weekdays.
Chester — Engle Street, trench restoration between Tolstone Street and 12th Street, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays.
Upper Chichester — Route 452 (Market Street), slopewall repairs with lane restrictions at the I-95 Interchange 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays.
Also, Blueball Road, trench restoration with lane restrictions between Scott Road and Malatesta Avenue, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.weekdays.
Lower Chichester — I-95 North, sign inspection, two right lanes closed between Naamans Road and Chichester Avenue 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday.
Also, I-95 South, sign inspection, two right lanes closed between Market Street and Naamans Road noon-3 p.m. Tuesday.
Also, I-95 North, sign inspection, two left lanes closed between Naamans Road and Chichester Avenue 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday.
Also, I-95 South, sign inspection, two right lanes closed between Chichester Avenue and Naamans Road noon-3 p.m. Wednesday.
Nether Providence — I-476 North/South, sign inspection with lane closure between Baltimore Pike and MacDade Boulevard 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday.
Chadds Ford — North Creek Road, Chester Water Authority utility installation, lane restriction near Baltimore Pike 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday.
I-95 North/South — Ridley Township, Tinicum and Chester Township, sweeping/removal of litter, with lane restrictions between Philadelphia County line and Delaware state line 12-4 a.m. weekdays
Upper Darby — Burmont Road — trench restoration, closed and detoured between State and Garrett roads 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays through April 11 by Aqua Pennsylvania. Work began March 12.
Springfield — Springfield Road, Aqua utility installation between State and S. Britton roads 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays through April 25. Work began March 24.
Chester Township — Concord Road, utility installation between Commerce Drive and McDonald Boulevard 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays through June 4. Work began Feb. 19.
“Road Watch” appears Sundays. Only messages and mail with phone numbers will be considered. E-mail: jroman@delcotimes.com.
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