NGT News

MAY 26, 2023

The Phoenix Public Transit Department (PTD) has placed an order with New Flyer Industries for six zero-emission fuel cell-electric and 20 low-emission hybrid-electric transit buses. The two five-year contracts include options to purchase up to 160 fuel cell-electric and 160 hybrid-electric transit buses in 40-foot lengths. PTD provides transportation services in Phoenix and other cities […] The post Phoenix Transit Agency Adding Hydrogen Fuel Cell and Hybrid-Electric Buses to Fleet appeare

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McKinsey

MAY 22, 2023

But doing so will require the industry to step up.

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The Energy Law Blog

MAY 24, 2023

On May 17, 2023, the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts dismissed plaintiffs’ challenges to the Vineyard Wind Project—the United States’s first major offshore wind project. The plaintiffs, nearby residents, challenged the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (“BOEM”) final Environmental Impact Statement and the National Marine Fisheries Service’s (“NMFS”) Biological Opinion related to the offshore wind energy project, arguing that the agencies’ assessments violated the

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Energy Central

MAY 25, 2023

Soleil Lofts opened in 2019, just outside of Salt Lake City, Utah. In addition to the yoga studio, dog park, swimming pools and basketball court, the luxury apartment complex features something truly unique — every unit has a seven-foot-tall battery in the living room. The country’s largest virtual power plant gets almost all its energy from the sun.

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NGT News

MAY 23, 2023

Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc. says Amerit Fleet Solutions will be serving as the company’s provider for national service and warranty work supporting Mullen’s commercial vehicle lineup, including the Mullen CAMPUS electric cargo van, Mullen ONE electric van and Mullen THREE electric cab chassis truck. Prior to program launch, Amerit will be working closely […] The post Amerit Fleet Solutions to Support Mullen Automotive Electric Vans and Trucks appeared first on NGT

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McKinsey

MAY 26, 2023

Redesigning care models through intentional delegation and potential tech enablement can free up nurses’ time.

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The Energy Law Blog

MAY 22, 2023

The pursuit of alternative energy sources has become increasingly important in our quest for a sustainable future. Lithium, a key component in rechargeable batteries, has emerged as a vital element for powering electric vehicles and storing renewable energy. The rising demand for lithium, combined with Federal tax credits for lithium production, has intensified lithium exploration efforts.

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NGT News

MAY 22, 2023

Holcim, a Swiss building materials and aggregates company, has signed a letter of intent with Volvo Trucks to buy 1,000 electric trucks by 2030, with the first 130 being delivered this and next year. The Volvo FH and Volvo FM trucks will be delivered to markets including France, Germany, Switzerland and the U.K. “Long-term collaboration […] The post Holcim Adding 1,000 Electric Trucks to Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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McKinsey

MAY 22, 2023

The results of a survey from the McKinsey Health Institute shed light on the health perceptions and priorities of people aged 55 and older.

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The Energy Law Blog

MAY 26, 2023

Only one CCS bill remains active and it moves closer to becoming law. Six of the nine House CCS bills were effectively killed in the House Natural Resources Committee. The two other CCS bills were voted down on the House floor. Those eight House bills could have effectively stopped most CCS projects around the state, particularly the CCS bill which sought to remove eminent domain authority from CCS projects.

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Energy Central

MAY 25, 2023

The Wall Street Journal today published the following piece on this vital mineral for developing technology and the new geopolitical scope. China's Risky Strategy to Control One-Third of the World's Lithium Supply Beijing's quest to secure metal supplies makes it buy up stakes in mines worldwide. Before the invasion… The lithium reserves of.

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NGT News

MAY 22, 2023

EDEKA Minden-Hannover, a major food retailer in Germany, is converting its entire 700-vehicle fleet from diesel to bio-liquified natural gas (LNG), having already placed orders with IVECO for 275 natural gas trucks. The IVECO S-Way LNG trucks feature the Cursor 13 NG engine by FPT Industrial, the powertrain brand of Iveco Group. The 275 new […] The post Fleet Aiming for 700 Natural Gas Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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McKinsey

MAY 23, 2023

Consumers’ views on the economy are diverging—and their behaviors are, too. Here’s the latest data from our ConsumerWise team.

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The Energy Law Blog

MAY 26, 2023

In a recent opinion, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the “Sabine River Authority, State of Louisiana” (“SRA-L”) is not entitled to Eleventh Amendment sovereign immunity. [1] SRA-L was a named defendant in a suit by plaintiffs who own land in Louisiana and Texas. Plaintiffs levied allegations that years-long mismanagement of the Toledo Bend reservoir by SRA-L [2] culminated in damage to plaintiffs’ properties via flooding, violating their constitutional rights under the Fifth Amen

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Energy Central

MAY 23, 2023

BY GERMÁN & CO "A Swedish Nightmare" – Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan My article "A Swedish Nightmare," published on February 23, delves into the aftermath of a strategic political move by Russian President Vladimir Putin. This move involved gifting a natural gas hub to Turkey, which caused widespread debate on Turkey's role.

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NGT News

MAY 26, 2023

The Iowa Biodiesel Board and Iowa Soybean Association have commended Gov. Kim Reynolds for leading a multi-state letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, attempting to persuade the agency to increase biomass-based diesel and overall advanced volumes from its currently proposed volumes under the federal Renewable Fuel Standard. The EPA’s proposed rule establishes what specific volumes of […] The post Governors Pressing for Action on Biomass-Based Diesel appeared first on NGT News

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McKinsey

MAY 26, 2023

Survey respondents reporting increased ESG impact say their organizations focus on both protecting and creating value.

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Vorys Energy

MAY 25, 2023

In a highly anticipated opinion, the United States Supreme Court narrowed the scope of waters and wetlands considered to be "waters of the United States" ("WOTUS") and, therefore, subject to jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act. In Sackett v. EPA, the Court held that WOTUS is limited to “geographical features that are described in ordinary parlance as streams, oceans, rivers, and lakes and to adjacent wetlands that are indistinguishable from those bodies of water due to a continuous surface co

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Energy Central

MAY 25, 2023

Moscow is currently working on securing its second Siberia pipeline connection with China, known as the Power of Siberia 2. This move is seen as an effort to compensate for the decrease in sales to Europe caused by the Ukraine crisis. Chinese oil officials and industry consultants believe this presents an opportunity for Beijing to advance its central Asian project further.

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NGT News

MAY 26, 2023

Flatbed transportation specialist PGT Trucking Inc. has delivered its first shipment of low-greenhouse-gas steel via Nikola’s Class 8 battery-electric vehicle from Nucor’s new Brandenburg, Ky., plant to a nearby fabricator as part of its sustainable shipping solutions program. Nucor has installed charging stations at multiple mills, including Brandenburg, to enable the use of battery-electric flatbed […] The post PGT Trucking Delivers Low-Carbon Steel on No-Carbon Truck appeare

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McKinsey

MAY 26, 2023

When it comes to implementing large-scale organizational change, the most successful organizations commit themselves fully to the effort from start to finish.

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The Energy Law Blog

MAY 26, 2023

The U.S. Supreme Court decision in Sackett v. EPA , No. 21-454 (May 25, 2023) is a landmark ruling in environmental law interpreting the scope of water bodies covered by the Clean Water Act (CWA) – an issue that has been debated by courts, presidential administrations, and federal agencies for decades. The Court’s ruling holds that, with respect to wetlands, the CWA’s authority over “waters of the United States” extends only to those wetlands that are “as a practical matter indistinguishable fro

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Energy Central

MAY 25, 2023

This post will cover the following subjects: Technology: • Toyota hydrogen fuel cell conversion for Semi-Trucks approved in California • High-Silicon Anode Batteries Solve Many Problems • Another Major Battery Material Advance • A Modest Proposal from the Author Business;

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NGT News

MAY 26, 2023

ElDorado National – California (ENC), a subsidiary of REV Group Inc., has secured an order for 19 Axess EVO-FC hydrogen fuel cell buses from California public transit provider Foothill Transit. Foothill Transit currently operates a fleet of 359 buses, which includes zero-emission models, and serves Southern California’s San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, including Pasadena and […] The post Southern California Fleet to Deploy ENC Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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McKinsey

MAY 26, 2023

Vietnamese consumers remain optimistic about the economy despite challenges, and are driving premium purchases even as they seek better value.

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NGT News

MAY 26, 2023

Blue Bird Corp. has opened its new Electric Vehicle (EV) Build-up Center on the grounds of the company’s main U.S. manufacturing plant in Fort Valley, Ga. Blue Bird transformed a 40,000 sq. ft. facility to meet increasing demand for electric school buses. The opening marks an important milestone as the company continues to expand its […] The post Blue Bird Increasing Electric-Bus Manufacturing Capacity Five-Fold appeared first on NGT News.

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McKinsey

MAY 22, 2023

The glow of the beauty industry has proved hard to resist, attracting many new companies and investors. Brands must make differentiating choices to find success in this shifting and increasingly competitive landscape.

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McKinsey

MAY 23, 2023

The past two decades have generated $160 trillion in paper wealth but sluggish growth and rising inequality. What comes next?

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McKinsey

MAY 23, 2023

Boosting US productivity represents a $10 trillion opportunity. Here are strategies CEOs can implement now to lead the US to more prosperity.

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McKinsey

MAY 25, 2023

After the heady first years in the job, CEOs must sustain momentum and high performance. Here are four ways to avoid complacency and create even more value.

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McKinsey

MAY 23, 2023

McKinsey senior partners outline their new book designed to help companies harness the power of digital transformation.

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McKinsey

MAY 24, 2023

Fintech in the Middle East and North Africa is burgeoning, thanks to funding increases and revised licensing regimes. Sustaining growth will require concerted effort by businesses and governments.

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McKinsey

MAY 23, 2023

Pagaya cofounder Gal Krubiner talks about making “life-changing” financial products available to more people, and why starting a business with friends makes sense.

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McKinsey

MAY 23, 2023

Effective ecosystem strategies can deliver valuable near-term benefits as well as generate long-term growth and resilience. Leaders are finding significant benefits already.

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McKinsey

MAY 24, 2023

When choosing a new car, many consumers increasingly favor the flexibility of leasing.

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Finance 90

McKinsey

MAY 22, 2023

External shocks and uncertainty are the new normal for businesses. To build lasting resilience, organizations can start by reviewing how healthy they are.

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McKinsey

MAY 25, 2023

Northwestern Mutual recently transformed its underwriting and life insurance purchase experience. Vice President Nichole Lecher discusses how.

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