FROM THE ARMY
ACQUISITION EXECUTIVE DOUGLAS R . BUSH
THE MACHINE GREEN
The Army is using new environmental technology to become a leaner, meaner and greener fighting machine.
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n this issue, readers will learn about many examples of the adoption of technology and systems that are reducing the Army’s environmental footprint. Working closely with industry, the Army is introducing more efficient turbine engines, hybrid electric power plants, alternative energy generating systems, cleaner manufacturing, virtual
technologies and other innovations.
Te benefits of adopting environmentally friendly technology does not stop at reducing nega- tive environmental impacts; they also save the taxpayer money, reduce logistical demands and better safeguard Soldier health. But the most important benefit is that this technology is increasing the Army’s combat effectiveness. We are not trading off lethality and surviv- ability for reduced environmental impact, we are getting both!
In short, the Army acquisition community, working with industry, is making the Army an even leaner, meaner and greener fighting machine.
Let me give some examples.
FLIGHT UPGRADE Green investments in more powerful, cleaner and more fuel-efficient power plants are show- ing a lot of promise.
Te new T901 aviation turbine developed under the Army’s Improved Turbine Engine Program demonstrates the potential of green technology. Tis program uses advanced coat- ings to increase engine durability and reduce engine weight. It is also designed to use advanced diagnostics and system prognostics.
Te result is that the T901 turbine produces 50% more power yet uses 25% less fuel than the T700 aviation engines currently used in the Army’s AH-64 Apache and UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter fleets. It is also more durable and costs less to operate. Helicopters equipped
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