BOARD MEETING DATE: December 1, 2006
AGENDA NO.30
Technology Committee
SYNOPSIS:
The Technology Committee met on November 17, 2006. Major topics included Technology Advancement items reflected in the regular Board Agenda for the December Board meeting. A summary of these topics with the Committee's comments is provided. The next Technology Committee meeting will be on January 26, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. in CC-8.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Receive and file.
Roy Wilson, Chair
Technology Committee
Attendance: Committee members Roy Wilson, Miguel Pulido and Tonia Reyes-Uranga participated by video-teleconference. Committee members Cynthia Verdugo-Peralta and Dennis Yates were in attendance at District headquarters.
DECEMBER BOARD AGENDA ITEMS
- Execute Contract to Develop and Demonstrate Electric Tow Tractor for Transporting Containers from Shipping Terminals
Emissions from port-related sources, such as marine vessels, locomotives, trucks, harbor craft and cargo handling equipment, adversely affect air quality in the local port area as well as regionally. Without substantial control of emissions from port-related sources, it will not be possible for this region to attain federal ambient air quality standards for ozone or PM2.5. Class 8 Heavy-Duty diesel trucks, typically used for cargo handling and regional distribution, are one of the largest sources of emissions in the port area. AQMD, in conjunction with the Port of Los Angeles (POLA), will develop and demonstrate a low speed electric tow tractor capable of transporting containers from the shipping terminals to POLA warehousing and rail yards. This action is to execute a contract for an amount not to exceed $263,500 from the Clean Fuels Fund. Total funding for this project is $527,000.
Committee Member Verdugo-Peralta indicated this project has a very specific requirement in terms of range and speed. Committee Member Pulido noted that this project is designed to develop a vehicle for a very specific use, involving the application of existing proven technology. Committee Member Reyes Uranga inquired into the disposal of used batteries and if the Port of Long Beach would be involved. Dr. Liu responded that the battery system used for this project is lead-acid battery technology, which is currently being used in passenger cars. Therefore, the disposa/recycling of these batteries would be the same as with other lead-acid batteries. This project is to develop a prototype vehicle to demonstrate the technical possibilities. If the technology is proven, the AQMD will introduce this vehicle option to the Port of Long Beach.
Moved (Pulido) seconded (Verdugo-Peralta), and recommended for approval, with one no vote by Committee member Yates.
- Execute Sole Source Contract to Cosponsor Development and Demonstration of Advanced Idle Reduction Technology for Heavy Duty Diesel-Powered Sleeper Trucks
Long-haul truckers typically idle their diesel engines to maintain comfortable temperatures in the sleeper cab, keep the engine warm to prevent cold-start problems, and power small on-board accessories. CARB estimates that state-wide idle NOx emissions from idling trucks will be approximately 53 tons per day by 2010. This action is to execute a contract with International Truck and Engine Corporation to design, install, and evaluate an advanced battery-powered auxiliary power unit at a cost not to exceed $250,000 from the Clean Fuels Fund. The total cost of the proposed project is $575,000 and U.S. Department of Energy National Renewable Energy Laboratory and its partners will provide $325,000 in direct cash and in-kind contributions.
Moved (Verdugo-Peralta), seconded (Uranga), and unanimously recommended for approval.
- Execute Contract for Pilot Study of Classroom Air Purifier Systems at Three Elementary Schools
On July 7, 2006, the Board approved release of an RFP for a pilot test of classroom air purifier systems at three elementary schools to be funded with Rule 1173 mitigation fees. Three proposals were received and reviewed by a qualified evaluation panel. The pilot study involves the design and installation of air purifier systems and testing of the classroom air before and after the installation to determine the efficiency of the filtration systems. This action is to execute a contract with Thermal Comfort Systems, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $547,590 for the pilot study of classroom air purifier systems with Rule 1173 mitigation funds.
Moved (Yates), seconded (Verdugo-Peralta), and unanimously recommended for approval.
- Execute Sole Source Contract for Locomotive Certification Testing under AB 1222
On July 14, 2006, the Board awarded a sole source contract for $400,000 to Environmental Systems Products Holdings, Inc. to develop and implement the Remote Sensing Device technology feasibility study under AB 1222. Subsequent to that action, the AB 1222 Advisory Committee has recommended a sole source contract award to Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) for an additional cost of $140,000 to be split equally between the Railroads and AQMD. This action is to execute a contract with SwRI to perform locomotive emissions testing in California as part of the AB 1222 RSD technology feasibility study at a cost not to exceed $70,000.
Moved (Yates), seconded (Verdugo-Peralta), and unanimously recommended for approval.
- Execute Contract to Investigate Role of Engine Lubricating Oil on Particulate Matter Emissions from Heavy-Duty and Other Vehicles
On May 30, 2006, U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) issued an RFP to investigate the role of lubricating oil on particulate matter emissions from motor vehicles including heavy-duty vehicles. Two proposals were received and reviewed by a panel of experts from NREL, CARB and AQMD, but only one proposal qualified. This action is to award a contract to NREL to perform the investigation of PM from lubricating oil through a subcontractor, Southwest Research Institute. The total cost for this project is $446,887 with the cost share to the AQMD not to exceed $100,000. Additional cost share will be provided by NREL and CARB.
Moved (Pulido), seconded (Verdugo-Peralta), and unanimously recommended for approval.
- Execute Contracts for Off-Road Equipment and Fleet Modernization Projects Under the Carl Moyer Program
This item was withdrawn. Each contract awarded under this program will be individually brought to the Board on a monthly basis.
- California Fuel Cell Partnership Steering Team Report and Quarterly Activity Report
This report summarizes the California Fuel Cell Partnership Steering Team meeting held October 24-25, 2006 and provides an activity report for July through September, 2006.
This report was presented and, with concurrence of all Committee Members, was received and filed.
OTHER BUSINESS - There was no other business.
Public Comment Period - There was no Public Comment.
The meeting was adjourned.
Attachment
A - Attendance
Attachment A – Attendance
Bob Ulloa, Board Assistant........................................................... AQMD
Henry Hogo, ADEO, S& TA........................................................... AQMD
William Wong, District Counsel................................. ................... AQMD
Sam Atwood, Media Manager........................................................ AQMD
Fred Minassian, S& TA............................................................... AQMD
Dean Saito, S& TA.................................................................... AQMD
Naveen Berry, S& TA................................................................. AQMD
Mike Bogdanoff, S& TA.............................................................. AQMD
Lisa Mirisola, S& TA................................................ ................. AQMD
Phil Barroca, S& TA................................................................... AQMD
Marjorie Eaton, S& TA............................................................... AQMD
Dory Kilgour, S& TA.................................................................. AQMD
Russell Vare........................................................................... CaFCP
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