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BioEnergy


At CSX, we're moving tomorrow responsibly.

CSX is committed to providing the emerging BioEnergy market with the safest, most reliable, fuel efficient and environmentally friendly service in North America.

When it comes to moving BioEnergy, Blue + Yellow = Green

  • CSX trains can move 1 ton of freight almost 500 miles on one gallon of fuel.
  • A single CSX train can carry the load of more than 280 trucks or approximately 7,000 tons of wood pellets.
  • Moving freight with CSX emits 3 times less nitrogen oxides and particulates than other forms of transportation.
  • The United States would save almost 1 billion gallons of gas if just 10% of the freight moved by truck today were switched to rail.
  • CSX serves more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports, providing customers with unparalleled access to additional modes of transportation.
  • CSX idle-reduction devices can slash nitrogen oxide emissions by 91%, hydrocarbons by 95%, carbon monoxide by 96%, and particulate matter by 84%.

CSX can provide an ideal solution focused on your core business, while meeting the constantly evolving needs of your customers. CSX is committed and poised to grow the BioEnergy markets.

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Shipping by rail can significantly reduce CO2 emissions compared to shipping by highway.

 


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