NGT News

JUNE 26, 2023

Miami-Dade Transit (MDT), operated by Miami-Dade County Transportation and Public Works, has awarded New Flyer of America Inc. a firm order for 100 zero-emission, battery-electric Xcelsior CHARGE NG 60-foot, heavy-duty transit buses. The order also includes two on-route Heliox 450 kW chargers and 50 Heliox Flex 180 kW depot power cabinets by NFI Infrastructure Solutions […] The post Miami Transit Agency Buying 100 Battery-Electric Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Energy Transition

JUNE 29, 2023

By the end of 2022, Romania had met only 33 of the 55 milestones established in its multi-billion euro National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP). Most problematically, major provisions around lignite-fired power plant closures remain blocked. Days before the first coal units were set to shutter, citing the ongoing war in Ukraine, lawmakers in Bucharest decided to delay closure until October.

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McKinsey

JUNE 27, 2023

A McKinsey study shows that software developers can complete coding tasks up to twice as fast with generative AI. Four actions can maximize productivity and minimize risks.

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Energy Central

JUNE 30, 2023

Hydrogen Aviation Destinus aims to build the first commercial hydrogen-powered aircraft that can travel at five times the speed of sound and at altitudes of more than 33 km (over 100,000 ft). sectoral training The company has been testing its prototype aircraft for the past couple of years, announcing successful test flights of its second prototype - Eiger - at the end of 2022.

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NGT News

JUNE 29, 2023

Mack Trucks says its new Mack MD Electric – the brand’s first medium-duty electric vehicle – is now available for order from fleets’ local Mack dealers. The Mack MD Electric will be available in Class 6 and Class 7 ratings. The Class 6 model has a GVWR of 25,995 pounds, and the Class 7 model […] The post Mack MD Electric Now Available to Order appeared first on NGT News.

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Energy Transition

JUNE 27, 2023

In their quest for sustainable advancement, developing countries in Africa are struggling to switch from traditional dirty energy sources to cleaner alternatives without climate finance from abroad. Going green in the power sector has proven costly, but also very important in reducing pollution and environmental degradation across the continent. In this blog, Kennedy Nyavaya looks at how a.

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McKinsey

JUNE 27, 2023

Technology companies are shedding the very talent that incumbent players need to meet their own digital objectives. Here’s what HR teams in traditional organizations can do to capitalize.

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NGT News

JUNE 29, 2023

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) has selected PowerFlex, a provider of electric vehicle technology, to provide software and support services for a large-scale deployment of EVs in California. The software, PowerFlex X, will monitor and control nearly 4,000 charging stations currently in development to increase operational efficiency and reduce overall energy costs.

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Energy Central

JUNE 28, 2023

Offshore Hydrogen Production on a New Scale: HOPE Project and its Consortium Selected for a €20 Million European Commission Grant Published the 27/06/2023 The HOPE (Hydrogen Offshore Production for Europe) project is being coordinated by Lhyfe (France) and implemented by eight European partners: Alfa Laval (Denmark), Plug (the.

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McKinsey

JUNE 26, 2023

During tough times, marketing is often the first to be trimmed, but that’s a shortsighted approach. Instead, companies can invest in marketing as a key to long-term growth.

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The Energy Law Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

As of June 7, 2023, a bill aiming to prohibit entities controlled by “foreign adversaries” from buying, leasing, or otherwise acquiring immovable property in the state has passed both the Louisiana House and Senate and is now awaiting the Governor’s approval. Sponsored by Rep. Valerie Hodges, Louisiana House Bill No. 537 would block acquisition of immovable property in the state by foreign adversary nations and entities associated with those nations and empower the attorney general to bring acti

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NGT News

JUNE 29, 2023

UPS has signed a follow-on order with Hexagon Agility totaling approximately $20 million for the delivery of natural gas fuel systems for heavy- and medium-duty trucks. This new order is in addition to one placed in February; both are a part of a master services agreement that UPS and Hexagon Agility signed in October 2019. […] The post UPS Buying More Natural Gas Fuel Systems from Hexagon Agility appeared first on NGT News.

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Energy Central

JUNE 27, 2023

Lhyfe has today (June 27) announced its offshore hydrogen production pilot project has produced its first kilogrammes of hydrogen. May not sound much but given the amount of innovation involved it may prove a significant milestone he Sealhyfe platform was towed 20km into the Atlantic and connected to the SEM-REV offshore testing site near Central Nantes, France, and as of June 20.

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McKinsey

JUNE 27, 2023

Sustainable farming is necessary for decarbonization. But to get the world to net zero, the agriculture sector must take action along the entire value chain.

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The Energy Law Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

On June 27, 2023, the EPA administratively closed its Title VI investigations into whether the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (“LDEQ”) and the Louisiana Department of Health’s (“LDH”) permits and other approvals regarding two facilities resulted in racial discrimination. These investigation closures do not lessen the importance of environmental justice in state and federal permitting, but they do signal that, for now, Louisiana will not be required by the federal government to ado

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NGT News

JUNE 26, 2023

Cenntro Electric Group Ltd. says its all-electric Class 4 Logistar 400 (LS400) has received certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a zero-emission vehicle in the state of California. The certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers who meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations. In December 2022, the LS400 received a […] The post Cenntro All-Electric Class 4 Truck Receives CARB Certification appeared first on NGT News.

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Energy Central

JUNE 25, 2023

Metrics and actions (Brazil) Our profile, in relation to the three constituted powers, rewards formalities. Currently, the proposed new fiscal "framework" centers its justification on metrics other than those currently in force. The justification is always to improve the national budget. But what always calls my attention is the lack of interest in looking carefully at.

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McKinsey

JUNE 27, 2023

PepsiCo chief design officer Mauro Porcini describes how humanity and authenticity drive innovation, and the ‘unicorn’ superpowers vital to leading from the heart.

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McKinsey

JUNE 26, 2023

Generation Z is coming into its own. Savvy companies will consider what differentiates these 13- to 27-year-olds—in the workplace and as consumers.

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McKinsey

JUNE 28, 2023

Despite meaningful progress, achieving workplace equity has proved challenging. Addressing intersectional communities—such as Black, Bangladeshi, and Pakistani women—could yield far-reaching benefits.

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JUNE 26, 2023

New research shows that having more top-performing middle managers leads to much better financial outcomes. Here are five actions that can set managers and their organizations up for success.

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McKinsey

JUNE 26, 2023

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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McKinsey

JUNE 29, 2023

Nicolas Dufourcq, CEO of Bpifrance, a French state-owned public investment bank, discusses the importance of fostering innovation through public investment in private enterprise.

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Energy Central

JUNE 30, 2023

And save trillions of wasted $s per year & millions of premature deaths per year that are a direct result of burning fossil fuels (FFs): “…The unhealthy levels of fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide originate mainly from the burning of fossil fuels. In 2018, air pollution from fossil fuels caused $2.9 trillion in health and economic costs, about $8 billion a.

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Energy Central

JUNE 26, 2023

More on the 10 Key Findings from the 2023 IPCC report On Friday I covered the disparity between the stated adaptation goals and the funding required to achieve those goals. It’s no surprise a key take-away is more funding is needed. That has been the mantra since day one. Funding levels have never approached the necessary levels. More disappointing: we’re dealing with a.

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McKinsey

JUNE 27, 2023

By mastering revenue growth management—ensuring that pricing, promotions, and menu offerings are all working together—US restaurants can serve up profitable growth.

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McKinsey

JUNE 28, 2023

Boards of directors play an important role in helping companies navigate economic uncertainty. Collaboration among CEOs, boards, and owners helps effectively manage today’s complex business environment.

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McKinsey

JUNE 26, 2023

Harnessing the full value potential of ‘superpower’ technology like AI requires developers with the skills to use it well.

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McKinsey

JUNE 30, 2023

By winning the talent war, igniting business reinvention, balancing energy affordability and productivity, and shaping the economic context, CEOs can lead the charge towards restoring productivity growth, writes Kweilin Ellingrud in Forbes.

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Energy Central

JUNE 30, 2023

The German state became the owner of two ice-class LNG vessels when the government expropriated Gazprom Germania last year. This Data Desk investigation reveals Berlin is using these high-spec ships to do mundane tasks they are not designed for – presumably to avoid being accused of enabling Russian LNG exports. Ice-class vessels are slower and more fuel/emissions-intensive than standard.

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Energy Central

JUNE 30, 2023

Where do nations stand on their zero-emission targets? And is there any hope of achieving the 1.5 degree C target? Since 2020 the number of countries that have set net-zero emission targets has increased from 124 to 149. But like the research conducted at the corporate level, a recent peer-reviewed study published in the journal of Science raised questions about the credibility of national.

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Energy Central

JUNE 30, 2023

Aviation Metafuels AG of Switzerland and European Energy A/S announced today that they have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development and implementation of a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production plant in Denmark using Metafuels’ proprietary aerobrew process. sectoral training The MoU contemplates the installation of the plant.

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Energy Central

JUNE 30, 2023

International Green Hydrogen Report 2023 Green hydrogen is the petroleum of tomorrow The flexible energy carrier is indispensable for the energy transition and opens new markets as part of the entire value chain: technologies, generation, storage, infrastructure and use including logistics and important aspects of quality infrastructure. sectoral training Our hydrogen-focused team.

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Energy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

Tasmania | Climate Action Plan Targets • Net zero emissions, or lower, from 2030. • Reduce food waste by 50 per cent by 2030 and reduce the volume of organic waste sent to landfill by 25 per cent by 2025 and 50 per cent by 2030. • 100 per cent electric government fleet vehicles by 2030. sectoral training • Double Tasmania’s renewable electricity production.

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Energy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

The main advantages of 800V are: 75% reduction in heat energy consumption (theoretical value) Power = Voltage * Current. When the voltage is doubled, the current is reduced by half. According to Joule's law: The heat generated by the current in the conductor = the current square * resistance * time, the current is reduced by half (50%), and the current square is reduced.

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Energy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

This document contains links to all of the major / educational papers I have written and posted to Energy Central. I originally posted this document at the end of 2018. This quarterly update is at the end of the second quarter (June) of 2023. If you haven't used this resource before (or recently), start by reading the Introduction. Once you bring the document up, click on.

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Energy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

RINA, the inspection, certification and consulting engineering multinational, and AFRY, a European leader in engineering, design, and advisory services, have undertaken an initial study of how the Gulf region and Europe could be linked directly with a pipeline to transport low-carbon hydrogen, a key component in climate-friendly energy and industry systems of the future.

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