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Clark County School Fleet Deploying GreenPower BEAST Buses

NGT News

The Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada has ordered 15 Type D all-electric, purpose-built BEAST school buses from GreenPower Motor Co. Inc. through dealer RWC Group. BEAST is a 40-foot bus with seating for up to 90 passengers. Designed from the ground up, the BEAST features an integrated chassis with an all-aluminum body, allowing […] The post Clark County School Fleet Deploying GreenPower BEAST Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Can you believe the world continues to subsidize fossil fuels?

Energy Central

If you’ve lived long enough that revelation probably isn’t surprising, but it’s nonetheless disappointing. The World Bank puts the direct or explicit subsidies for coal, oil, and gas in 2021 at $577 billion. That’s twice the subsidies for renewable energy and almost six times higher than the climate funding promised by wealthy countries.

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Oilfield Equipment ON SALE

Pickett Oilfield

SUMMER CLEARANCE SPECIALS – 500 BBL Water Tanks, 500 BBL Mud Mixing Tanks, and 200-500 Ton Rotary Swivels – Request Information at Sales@PickettOilfield.com or call 936-336-5154 or visit us at [link] to view more of the equipment we have to offer. Request Information: The post Oilfield Equipment ON SALE appeared first on Pickett Oilfield, LLC.

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USEPA Proposes Major Expansion of Lead Paint-Related Regulation and Lowers Key Standards

Vorys Energy

By: Kristin Watt, Kristin Woeste, Trevor Burba, and Brooke Zentmeyer On July 12, 2023, USEPA released a Pre-Publication Notice of proposed changes to its rules governing lead paint dust. The proposed rule changes are significant and would impact certain buildings (single-family residential, multifamily, childcare centers, etc.) built before 1978.

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Canada-Based Fleet Deploying VMC All-Electric Trucks

NGT News

Lafarge Canada has begun electrifying its work truck fleet in conjunction with North American electric vehicle supplier Vicinity Motor Corp. (VMC). In collaboration with VMC and dealer Pioneer Automotive Group, Lafarge Canada has identified a gap in the market offering within the work truck segment and selected a purpose-built, custom-upfit all-electric industrial vehicle: the VMC […] The post Canada-Based Fleet Deploying VMC All-Electric Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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Top 100 Innovators in Hydrogen

Energy Central

Top 100 Innovators in Hydrogen Clean hydrogen continues to enjoy an upward trajectory. In 2023, according to the Hydrogen Council, there have been 1,000 hydrogen proposals announced across the globe of which 795 plan full or partial deployment by 2030. Increase in production is more than impressive thanks to the understanding of international policy-makers and of course, the efforts of.

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Cool Down Trailers For Sale

Pickett Oilfield

It’s HOT outside, protect your employees with a Safety Cooling Trailer. Order yours today! MADE IN THE USA ~ Request a quote at Sales@PickettOilfield.com or at 936-336-5154 ~ Learn more at [link] Request A Quote The post Cool Down Trailers For Sale appeared first on Pickett Oilfield, LLC.

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Volvo, Westport Launching JV to Push Alternative Fuels in Transportation

NGT News

Volvo and Westport Fuel Systems Inc. say they are establishing a joint venture to accelerate the commercialization and adoption of Westport’s HPDI fuel system technology for long-haul and off-road applications. HPDI enables truck manufacturers to develop powertrains based on alternative fuels such as natural gas, biogas and hydrogen. Volvo says it will be a key […] The post Volvo, Westport Launching JV to Push Alternative Fuels in Transportation appeared first on NGT News.

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Major EV Charging Depot Opens to Support Electric Motorcoaches

NGT News

ABC Companies, a provider of motorcoach, transit and specialty passenger transport equipment, has collaborated with Pacific Gas and Electric Co. to open the largest electric motorcoach charging facility in North America. Located on a 3.5-acre site in Newark, Calif., the facility is equipped to charge up to 40 Van Hool electric motorcoaches featuring Proterra batteries. […] The post Major EV Charging Depot Opens to Support Electric Motorcoaches appeared first on NGT News.

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Lion Electric Opens EV Manufacturing Facility

NGT News

The Lion Electric Co. has officially opened its 900,000 square-foot all-electric medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle production plant in Joliet, Ill. Located about an hour from Chicago, the facility is expected to have a manufacturing capacity of 2,500 all-electric school buses by the end of this year. At full scale, the plant will have an […] The post Lion Electric Opens EV Manufacturing Facility appeared first on NGT News.

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ABB E-mobility EV Chargers Receive NTEP1, CTEP2 Certifications

NGT News

ABB E-mobility says it is the first manufacturer to earn both NTEP1 and CTEP2 certifications for DC electric vehicle fast chargers, tested in laboratory conditions for compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Handbook 44 (HB 44). Additionally, the California Division of Measurement Standards oversees the CTEP certification program for chargers operating […] The post ABB E-mobility EV Chargers Receive NTEP1, CTEP2 Certifications appeared first on NGT News.

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Thomas Built Introduces Special Consultancy for Electric School Bus Deployments

NGT News

Thomas Built Buses (TBB) has launched Electric Bus Authority Infrastructure Consulting, a dedicated group of consultants within Thomas Built that assists school bus dealers and fleets with electric vehicle infrastructure planning and execution. With Infrastructure Consulting, Thomas Built has assembled a team of infrastructure experts armed with the necessary tools and connections to simplify the […] The post Thomas Built Introduces Special Consultancy for Electric School Bus Deployments a

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New Funding Available in NY for EV Charging Infrastructure

NGT News

New York Gov. Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $29 million for electric vehicle Level 2 charging infrastructure under the Charge Ready NY 2.0 program and consumer rebates through the Drive Clean Rebate Program. With the announcement, $15 million was added to Charge Ready NY 2.0 to support EV charger installation at workplaces and multifamily buildings statewide, as […] The post New Funding Available in NY for EV Charging Infrastructure appeared first on NGT News.

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Bollinger Motors Making Strides with Class 4 Electric Chassis Cab

NGT News

Bollinger Motors says it has begun design validation pilot builds of its B4 all-electric Class 4 chassis cabs for testing and demonstration. Manufacturing of the pilot vehicles has kicked off in partnership with Roush Industries Inc. at its facility in Livonia, Mich. The first five completed chassis cabs are expected to roll out this summer, […] The post Bollinger Motors Making Strides with Class 4 Electric Chassis Cab appeared first on NGT News.

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ANGI Taps Dev Patel to Lead Global Hydrogen Sales

NGT News

ANGI Energy Systems, a Vontier company and provider of alternative fueling solutions, has appointed Dev Patel as its senior director of global hydrogen sales. Patel has over 20 years of experience in the gas industry working across both hydrogen and compressed natural gas (CNG) markets. In 2020, he joined ANGI as the director of business […] The post ANGI Taps Dev Patel to Lead Global Hydrogen Sales appeared first on NGT News.

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DHL, PowerFlex Wrap Up Major EV Charger Rollout

NGT News

PowerFlex has completed the installation of 415 EV chargers for DHL Express, a provider of international express shipping services. The chargers, installed at DHL facilities in major U.S. markets, are equipped with PowerFlex X: energy management software that monitors, tracks and reports on charging activities, integrated with DHL’s telematics platforms.

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Air Products Supporting Edmonton International’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Fleet

NGT News

The Edmonton International Airport has selected Air Products as the hydrogen and technology provider for Alberta, Canada’s first hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicle fleet. Under the agreement, Air Products will station a mobile hydrogen refueler at the airport to provide hydrogen for a fleet of Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. The airport will begin […] The post Air Products Supporting Edmonton International’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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IC Bus Debuts Updated CE Series School Bus with Electric Powertrain

NGT News

IC Bus has launched its next-generation CE Series school bus, a newly redesigned and updated version of its flagship CE Series originally launched 20 years ago. The all-new CE Series features an increased 83-passenger capacity and is available in both diesel (Cummins B6.7) and zero-emissions electric powertrain options. “Our CE Series has remained best-in-class for […] The post IC Bus Debuts Updated CE Series School Bus with Electric Powertrain appeared first on NGT News.

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In a fast-changing energy landscape, innovation is the key to consumer value

Energy Central

The New South Wales (NSW) energy transition is an extraordinary challenge, but it is by no means unique. It is true that the urgency lent by the scheduled obsolescence of most of the state’s coal-fired generation fleet over the next ten years has helped focus attention and secure bipartisan support for necessary action. In due course, however, other jurisdictions will face similar.

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Slovakia | National Hydrogen Strategy

Energy Central

Slovakia | National Hydrogen Strategy Auto, Petrochemicals and steel encompassed

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What is common targeted cost of green H2 production till 2030?

Energy Central

We are already realizing temperature rise of earth due to GHG & carbon emission. Recent flood in Delhi is also clear cut indication of the same. Moreover world is putting efforts in complex manner. No population control. Cutting trees for infrastructure projects. Very less new plantation. CNG to EV to now talking green hydrogen for long routed vehicles.

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Why Customers Win with Hydrogen

Energy Central

You may have noticed an increase in articles and posts on the potential of hydrogen. It's because the generation and supply of hydrogen will be critical to meeting global low carbon targets in 2030, 2050 and beyond, and more oil, gas, power providers and governments are realizing its potential. In my opinion, it's going to be big and play a critical role among other cleantech such as.

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Does India have regulation to store Hydrogen H2 at 700 bar pressure? Do other countries?

Energy Central

We know Hydrogen is very light with a density 84 gm/m3 at 15 degree centg. & 1 bar (a).It is lightest from all gases & is 14 times lighter than air. Hydrogen ignition point is 585 deg. centigrade. It is higher than methane (540 deg. centg.) Hydrogen is highly flammable where minimum auto ignition energy is 20uJ. Hydrogen flame is colorless & can't be noticed in day light.

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What is the criteria worldwide recently accepted green hydrogen from others say blue & grey hydrogen? 1. Co2 in KG produced from production 1 KG H2 or 2. Method of H2 extraction

Energy Central

As of there is no universal accepted criteria for Green Hydrogen. Blue, grey & green hydrogen were based on methodology of extraction. Called Green hydrogen if renewable energy sources is used for electrolysis of water H2O. But what about biogas if used for H2 production. Will it be called green hydrogen? If we talk for pumped storage energy for green hydrogen production then.

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H2 and CO2 transport | The Delta Rhine Corridor

Energy Central

H2 and CO2 transport through the Delta Rhine Corridor as a unique cross-border infrastructure project We all want a secure supply of climate-friendly energy. This requires good ideas, committed companies and the right political framework. Everything is to come together in the Delta Rhine Corridor (DRC) project. BASF, Gasunie, OGE and Shell have signed a Letter of Intent to work.

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The KJ Show #51 - Stop The Insanity

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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Centrica boss lashes out at 'self-serving, anti-hydrogen trolls' in the wake of H2 heating trial cancellation

Energy Central

Hydrogen heating push back

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EVs and the carbon question

Energy Central

Critics of electric vehicles and the electrification of transport, in general, are quick to point to the environmental impact of battery production as a reason to reject change. The carbon differential of battery production is real, though – and growing. However, it is only part of the story. Critics of EVs only consider one part of the picture when forming their views.

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The Fallacies Of California’s All-BEV Aspirations

Energy Central

California has great plans for a majority battery electric vehicles (BEV) to provide for transportation needs in the state by 2035, with some estimates of around 12.5 million. What are the implications to the state electric grid’s ability to handle this increased surge in energy requirements, the ability for citizens to charge their vehicles, and the affordability of electricity?

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102. Post Energy crisis, the “need for speed” - an exclusive conversation with the CEO of German giant E.ON - Redefining Energy podcast

Energy Central

Live from Brussels, on the 20th of June 2023, we were invited to interview Leonard Birnbaum. Since he came last on the show (Ep50), the whole Energy Sector has been through hell with Russia invasion of Ukraine and the subsequent near-death experience of 2022. Leonard Birnbaum is the CEO of the giant German Utility E.ON and also president of Eurelectric, the sector association which.

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Petro-Greenies

Energy Central

Frequently in past posts I have argued that we must find roles for fossil-fuel industries after removing petroleum and coal from the ground and burning it is no longer required nor acceptable. I have advocated this position for several years, and have even suggested some roles that large corporations that produce petroleum and coal products can move into.

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NEOM Begins Construction of Hydrogen Project

Energy Central

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Climate Change: A Whale of a Tale

Energy Central

Call me Ishmael, for I’m about to tell a tale of p*ssed-off animals and the lesson we humans should take away—or at least consider—from events I’m about to describe. It begins with the story of White Gladis, an Orca whale who appears to have a bone to pick with sailing ships. I doubt anyone can really understand what goes through the mind of a killer.

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"Next Generation of LPO Financing" illustrated poster series

Energy Central

LPO is excited to introduce the fourth installment of our "Next Generation of LPO Financing" illustrated poster series, which highlights the 13 LPO major tech sectors used in reporting our application activity every month (see: Energy.gov/LPO/MAAR). This poster release features three tech sectors that will form much of the foundation for the nation's broader clean energy.

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World first direct seawater electrolysis floating platform tested successfully in China

Energy Central

seawater - electrolysis (Fujian, China) Chinese scientists have successfully tested its first floating electrolysis pilot platform in offshore Fujian province in June 2023. It’s remarkable as this is also world first direct seawater electrolysis facility and no desalination Floating Wind and Hydrogen.

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Argus North American Biofuels, LCFS and Carbon Markets Summit | Sept 11-13, 2023 | In-person and Online

Energy Central

Make plans to attend the only biofuels, LCFS and carbon markets event to provide you with the latest policy and market insights, the opportunity to pose questions to the experts and your chance to connect with 600+ industry peers from government, obligated parties, biofuels producers, carbon market participants - Argus North American Biofuels, LCFS and Carbon Markets Summit.

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Charging Big Rigs

Energy Central

I’ve written incessantly about how California intends move to net-zero greenhouse gasses (GHGs) by 2045. One of the most challenging sources of the GHGs are class-8 Semis (a.k.a. big rigs). This post is about a program and firm that is providing drayage big rigs with electric battery charging infrastructure along their most heavily travelled routes.

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