American Natural Gas (ANG) Opens First CNG Station in Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs, New York (PRWEB) June 17, 2016 -- American Natural Gas (ANG), a premier distributor of alternative motor fuels, is excited to announce that the very first public compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station north of Albany, New York is now open. The facility is just off of I-87, conveniently located halfway between New York City and Montreal within the W.J. Grande Industrial Park, 34 Cady Hill Blvd., Saratoga Springs.
“CNG can transform the transportation industry. But it takes a network of infrastructure to make it possible, and that’s where we come in,” said Drew West, CEO of ANG. “Having a station in Saratoga Springs is an exciting opportunity for our regional fleets and neighbors interested in switching to a cleaner, more reliable fuel solution.”
As Natural Gas Vehicles for America reports, natural gas is the cleanest burning commercially available alternative fuel today and its use as a transportation fuel is improving the air quality and the health of communities across the country. Overall costs to operate heavy-duty trucks on CNG are significantly less than running the same trucks on gasoline or diesel fuel.
“New, innovative infrastructure like this provides alternatives in how drivers fuel their day – and makes it easier for us all to reduce our carbon footprint and play a larger role in our campaign to combat climate change,” said Congressman Paul D. Tonko. “With Saratoga Springs-based ANG, the Capital Region has expanded the leadership role we have taken in recent decades to expand the green-collar job market and show the nation what it means to think outside the barrel.”
“This project is consistent with the goals of our Climate Smart Task Force, which is working with businesses and residents to identify actions that our community can take to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy-saving strategies and sustainability practices,” said Saratoga Springs Mayor Yepsen. “I am hopeful that many Saratoga-based fleets will consider switching to clean-burning natural gas, allowing them to reap the cost-savings and emission-reduction benefits of the fuel.”
ANG has guided regional fleets, such as Tops Friendly Markets in Buffalo and Casella Waste Systems in Rutland, Vermont, through their conversions to CNG. ANG has also partnered with Try-It Distributing, the parent company of Saratoga Eagle, to supply CNG to their beverage distribution fleet. In return, these companies have reduced their emissions, carbon footprint, and dependency on foreign oil.
As ANG designed the Saratoga station, it selected top-of-the line equipment with regional long haul, public transportation, and return-to-base fleets in mind. The station has two cold weather-reliable 200 HP Cobey Energy compressors with two points of temperature compensation and a Xebec dryer. It features two fueling lanes and consumer-friendly Bennett CRIND dispensers that can accommodate Class 8 (WB-67) semi tractor-trailers.
As an introductory offer, ANG will celebrate the opening by offering CNG for only $1.19 per gallon. Those interested in learning more about CNG are encouraged to join ANG for its CNG 101, fueling demonstration, and ribbon cutting event planned for July 27, 2016. Details of the event will be released in upcoming weeks and will be made available on http://www.americannaturalgas.com.
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About American Natural Gas, LLC
American Natural Gas, LLC (ANG) is a premier distributor of alternative motor fuels. ANG designs, builds, owns, operates and maintains natural gas fueling stations for transportation. The mission of ANG is to help America by making natural gas readily available for commercial and public use in vehicles. ANG's team is comprised of industry, legal, construction, engineering and entrepreneurial experts. With more than 30 years of industry experience, ANG provides the best solution possible to meet and exceed CNG fueling needs. ANG is a majority owned subsidiary of HC2 Holdings, Inc. (HC2). To learn more visit http://www.americannaturalgas.com.
About HC2
HC2 Holdings, Inc. is a publicly traded (NYSE MKT: HCHC), diversified holding company, which seeks to acquire and grow attractive businesses that generate sustainable free cash flow. HC2 has a diverse array of operating subsidiaries across a broad set of industries, including, but not limited to, telecom/infrastructure, large-scale U.S. construction, energy, subsea services and life sciences. HC2 seeks opportunities that generate attractive returns and significant cash flow in order to maximize value for all stakeholders. Currently, HC2's largest operating subsidiaries are Schuff, a leading structural steel fabricator in the United States, and Global Marine, a leading global offshore engineering company focused on subsea cable installation and maintenance. Founded in 1994, HC2 is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia
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