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GreenPower Names Kingmor VA Dealer for Electric School Buses

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Co. Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of all-electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, has appointed Kingmor Supply Inc. as its dealer for all-electric school buses in Virginia. “Every day, nearly 1 million students in Virginia are transported to and from school, field trips, athletic events and other school-related activities on more than 16,000 school […] The post GreenPower Names Kingmor VA Dealer for Electric School Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Global South issues in the Global North? A fossil toxic tour through Texas and Louisiana – Part 1

Energy Transition

In May 2023 Andy Gheorghiu travelled along the US Gulf coast and visited LNG export sites (operating, under construction and planned) which have been co-financed by German banks or enabled through longterm contracts with German companies. He experienced first-hand the impacts on local communities and the environment – and was surprised by what he found.

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One Man’s Waste is Another Man’s Treasure: Texas Appellate Court Holds that Produced Water Belongs to Mineral Owners

The Energy Law Blog

Produced water—a substance traditionally considered to be a useless byproduct of fracing—has recently become a valuable product that can be treated and sold to operators for drilling. As background, many areas in Texas contain shale formations that are dense and have poor permeability. To extract minerals from those formations, operators utilize fracing, which involves pumping certain fluid into a well at a high pressure so that fractures are created in the formations, thereby releasing the mine

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The Sustainable Funded Renewable Energy Project

Energy Central

Last year over one trillion dollars was spent on renewable energy projects globally. This is the ultimate wrong headed approach to good clean climate planning. As we have poured more and more funding into a renewable energy focus, we continue to fall further and further behind on energy demand and emission reduction goals! The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change says that humans and.

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Ballard Supplying Fuel Cell Tech for Ford Trucks Prototype

NGT News

Ballard Power Systems has signed a letter of intent with Ford Trucks to supply a fuel cell system as part of the development of a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle prototype. The partnership includes an initial purchase order for two FCmove-XD 120 kW fuel cell engines that are planned to be delivered to Ford Trucks this […] The post Ballard Supplying Fuel Cell Tech for Ford Trucks Prototype appeared first on NGT News.

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UK regulation of waste batteries

Global Energy

Beyond the immediate concerns of battery project developers (grid connection, revenue stack, finance etc), another key issue looms: the batteries’ […]

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1500 HP Drilling Rig Available

Pickett Oilfield

FOR SALE – Complete 1500 HP SCR DRILLING RIG – Hot Stacked – Available Today! View more pictures of the Rig here: [link] For information contact us at Sales@PickettOilfield.com or at 936-336-5154. Request Information: The post 1500 HP Drilling Rig Available appeared first on Pickett Oilfield, LLC.

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Tennessee County Selects Blink As EV Charging Provider

NGT News

Blink Charging Co. has been selected as an EV charging solutions provider for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville‐Davidson County (Metro) in Tennessee. The agreement enables local agencies to acquire Blink’s EV charging equipment for locations across the county, with the chargers being supplied by Blink and owned by Metro. “Blink is proud to contribute to the […] The post Tennessee County Selects Blink As EV Charging Provider appeared first on NGT News.

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EJ Evolution: Proposed NEPA Regulations Spotlight Environmental Justice

The Energy Law Blog

On July 31, 2023, the Council on Environmental Quality (“CEQ”) published proposed changes to the National Environmental Policy Act (“NEPA”) regulations. These proposed changes are “Phase 2” of the Biden Administration’s response to 2020 changes promulgated by the Trump Administration. Among other changes such as simplified documentation requirements and consolidated decision-making, the Phase 2 changes focus on environmental justice (“EJ”), community engagement, climate change, and ease of perm

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Flatbed Fleet Hauling Steel with Zero-Emissions Class 8 Truck

NGT News

PGT Trucking, Inc., a major flatbed transportation provider, is providing its customer Steel Dynamics with dedicated transportation services using a Class 8 zero-emissions truck. “PGT Trucking is extremely proud to have successfully launched our first dedicated run for Steel Dynamics using Nikola’s Class 8 battery-electric vehicle,” says Gregg Troian, PGT Trucking president. “We are committed […] The post Flatbed Fleet Hauling Steel with Zero-Emissions Class 8 Truck

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Nikola/HYLA Awarded Additional Funds for Hydrogen Refueling

NGT News

Nikola Corp., via the HYLA brand, says it has received an additional $16.3 million in grants to support the buildout of seven open-network hydrogen refueling stations. Nikola has now received a total of $58.2 million in awards, which includes the recently announced $41.9 million Trade Corridor Enhancement Program (TCEP) grant award, collectively representing six hydrogen […] The post Nikola/HYLA Awarded Additional Funds for Hydrogen Refueling appeared first on NGT News.

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EVgo, GM Install 1,000th EV Fast Charger

NGT News

EVgo Inc. and General Motors have surpassed 1,000 electric vehicle fast-charging stalls as part of their ongoing collaboration to expand fast charging infrastructure. First announced in 2020 and expanded upon in 2021, the collaboration will lead to the development and installation of 3,250 DC fast charging stalls in major metro markets. To date, EVgo and […] The post EVgo, GM Install 1,000th EV Fast Charger appeared first on NGT News.

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UniFirst Buying 30 All-Electric Xos SV Step Vans

NGT News

UniFirst Corp., a supplier of uniforms and workwear, facility service products, and first aid and safety supplies and services, has signed a purchase order for 30 additional 2023 Xos SV all-electric step vans. The order comes as part of UniFirst’s memorandum of understanding to purchase 200 vehicles from Xos. Deliveries are expected to take place […] The post UniFirst Buying 30 All-Electric Xos SV Step Vans appeared first on NGT News.

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Hertz Taps Zeem to Help Support Electric Vehicle Rental Fleet

NGT News

Zeem Solutions, an electric vehicle transportation-as-a-service company, has formed a partnership with Hertz to provide fast charging and other services for the rental company’s fleet of EVs at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). “We look forward to continuing to expand our EV fleet at LAX and other locations around the country as we build the […] The post Hertz Taps Zeem to Help Support Electric Vehicle Rental Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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New EPA Funding Available for Clean Transportation Projects

NGT News

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of $115 million in grant funding for projects designed to reduce diesel emissions, especially from fleets operating at goods-movement facilities in areas designated as having poor air quality. Under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) grant funding competition, EPA anticipates making four to 10 awards […] The post New EPA Funding Available for Clean Transportation Projects appeared first on NGT News.

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Raven SR Receives Investment to Propel Renewable Transportation Fuel Development

NGT News

Multi-asset investment firm RockCreek has closed an investment in Raven SR Inc., a company that produces renewable transportation fuels from a variety of feedstocks, including waste streams, using a proprietary non-combustion process. Raven SR will use RockCreek’s investment to further commercialize low- to negative-carbon-intensity hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuel.

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DOE Leaning on J.D. Power EV Index to Help Guide Charging Infrastructure Buildout

NGT News

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected the J.D. Power EV Index, an analytics tool for tracking the electric vehicle market, to help establish benchmarks and monitor ongoing development of EV infrastructure nationwide. The only analytics tool of its kind to deliver detailed data on EV infrastructure development and consumer experience with public charging […] The post DOE Leaning on J.D.

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J.B. Hunt Adding Nikola Zero-Emission Class 8 Trucks to Fleet

NGT News

Fortune 500 transportation company J.B. Hunt is purchasing 13 Nikola zero-emission Class 8 trucks – 10 battery-electric and three hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles – as a part of its emissions-reduction strategies. These trucks will be located at facilities servicing J.B. Hunt’s key routes, including in the greater Los Angeles and Phoenix areas.

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Eaton Launching EV Charging Busway for Fleets

NGT News

Eaton has developed a new approach designed to simplify fleet electric vehicle charging, the EV Charging Busway, by eliminating costly cable runs and major modifications to existing parking and conveyor structures. Fleets can now expand and reconfigure infrastructure with no concrete work required – which is often the biggest cost when deploying EV charging for […] The post Eaton Launching EV Charging Busway for Fleets appeared first on NGT News.

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WattEV Receives Grants for EV Charging Depots on the West Coast

NGT News

WattEV says it has secured $40.5 million in grants to expand its network of electric truck stops into northern California and Oregon: one grant for a solar-powered truck charging depot across Interstate 5 from the airfreight hub adjacent to Sacramento International Airport (SMF), and another for a grid-connected charging depot along Interstate 5 in Salem, […] The post WattEV Receives Grants for EV Charging Depots on the West Coast appeared first on NGT News.

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Natural gas production in the Haynesville fell by 2 Bcf/d in April from 2 months prior, the steepest decline in the history of the basin

Energy Central

This article contains still images from the interactive dashboards available in the original blog post. To follow the instructions in this article, please use the interactive dashboards. Furthermore, they allow you to uncover other insights as well. Visit the blog to explore the full interactive dashboard This interactive presentation contains the latest gas (and a little oil).

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An Interview with Christoph Berger - vilisto

Energy Central

What’s it all about? Renewable Heat, as we’ve featured recently, so often the elephant in the room. Addressing the needs of decarbonising heat is critical to the clean energy transition. In this episode we address heating and inefficiency in commercial and public buildings as I speak to CEO and Founder of Vilisto, Christophe Berger. Having recently raised a £5m they are.

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The KJ Show #53 - Range Wars: The Fight Over Ovens, Furnaces and Water Heaters

Energy Central

Every week, I host 'The KJ Show,' which offers a mix of breaking news and practical advice on how the energy industry affects the consumer. During this fast-paced show, I combine weekly energy updates with conversations with leaders in the energy efficiency community. After each show, I'll share it here with the Energy Central Community in case you were unable to join me.

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Swakopmund to house Africa’s first hydrogen power plant

Energy Central

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Carbon Super-Eaters

Energy Central

It is widely recognized that old-growth trees in normal forests are excellent way to sequester carbon for hundreds of years. One variant of this technique is to harvest mature trees and use them to build long-lived structures. Another variant is to harvest woody biomass (which could even include wood from structures at the end of their lives) burn it, and geologically sequester the CO2 and.

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103. Battery chemistry: China against the World - Redefining Energy podcast

Energy Central

As the growth of the EV market and Energy Storage continues unabated, we wanted to know what the current State of Play in the Battery industry is. In 2023, China dominates the Li_Ion battery market and its main companies, BYD and CATL are – alongside Tesla – blazing the trail of new technologies and performances. Are there options beyond Lithium?

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Technology status of Alkaline electrolysis for renewable Ammonia Production

Energy Central

The status of Alkaline electrolysis for renewable Ammonia Production [link] sectoral training; [link] [link].

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‘Offshore PEM electrolysis is technically and economically feasible’

Energy Central

Offshore PEM electrolysis is technically and economically feasible Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE have developed a technical concept and design for a hydrogen production facility optimized for use at sea. Results have shown that it is technically and economically feasible to produce sectoral training The basis of the concept is an offshore.

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Is congestion pricing a good idea? We are about to find out.

Energy Central

Last November I posted a video on New York City’s plan to implement congestion pricing. After more than a half-century of efforts, and despite continuing opposition from New Jersey, the Federal Highway Administration signed off. On average, 700,000 cars and trucks enter Lower Manhattan each day. With the worst congestion in the U.S. the average speed of those vehicles is 7.1 miles.

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Hydrogen Hub at Airports

Energy Central

Hydrogen Hub at Airports [link] Hydrogen Aviation

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Upcoming Book Publication in Climate Fiction

Energy Central

ANNOUNCEMENT: For just over three years now I have been working on three manuscripts, named CLIMATE DRAGON and CLOUD DRAGON and FLAMING DRAGON, in the genre of climate fiction, a genre which came into its own in about 2005. Kim Stanley Robinson is considered by many to be the dean of this field, with works such as TheMinistry of the Future. I think what makes my three compositions.

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MODELING THE FLEXIBLE OPERATION OF ELECTROLYZERS FOR HYDROGEN PRODUCTION IN A LOW-CARBON ENERGY SYSTEM

Energy Central

MODELING THE FLEXIBLE OPERATION OF ELECTROLYZERS FOR HYDROGEN PRODUCTION IN A LOW-CARBON ENERGY SYSTEM Wind and solar electricity are increasingly deployed worldwide as part of efforts to reduce consumer costs and support decarbonization targets. These renewable energy resources are typically characterized by low-capacity factors (between 25% and 51%) and generation profiles that do not.

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Future Sustainable Aviation-Fuels & Large Air-Transports

Energy Central

This post is on the large aircraft and “clean fuels.” Some of these fuels are reasonable analogs for existing jet fuels, and thus will not require significant airframe modification, but some (read: hydrogen) will require significant redesigns.

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Unleashing AI's Potential for Scaling Scope 3 Decarbonization Efforts

Energy Central

As the world grapples with the urgency of combating climate change, businesses are increasingly recognizing the significance of their Scope 3 emissions - indirect greenhouse gas emissions that occur throughout their value chain. These emissions often contribute significantly to a company's overall carbon footprint, making it crucial to tackle them effectively.

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EV Charging Solution Trends to Watch in 2023: The Future of EV Charging Infrastructure

Energy Central

In 2023, the future of EV charging infrastructure looks promising, with several trends poised to revolutionize the way we power our electric cars. A study conducted by Grand View Research reveals that the EV charging solutions market is set to achieve extraordinary growth, projected to reach a staggering $217.06 Billion by the year 2030. This growth is expected to occur at an impressive.

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The energy solution for a boiling planet

Energy Central

UN chief Antonio Guterres announced Thursday, that record-shattering July temperatures show Earth has passed from a warming phase into an "era of global boiling." Ocean heat uptake is the essential measure of the Earth’s climate with 93% of the heat of global warming is going into the oceans. Where in the tropics the oceans are thermally stratifying, with lighter water near.

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Not yet!

Energy Central

Not yet! American scientists focused on teaching found that students began to show great growth in their education when they were encouraged to consider that the "next stage was yet to be achieved" Internalising this expectation has an important benefit. Contrary to the perception that a low grade meant an intelligence gap. And so a valuable change in education was.