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BEAST and Nano BEAST Electric School Buses Continue WV Pilot Project

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Co. Inc. says it has deployed Round 5 of its all-electric school bus pilot project in Calhoun, Putnam and Roane County school districts in West Virginia. Also, Upshur County, will continue to pilot the Nano BEAST making it the first school district during the project to use the school bus past the six-week […] The post BEAST and Nano BEAST Electric School Buses Continue WV Pilot Project appeared first on NGT News.

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What is business transformation?

McKinsey

Business transformations are designed to boost overall performance through increased revenue, lower operating costs, and better customer satisfaction and workforce productivity.

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Saudi Arabia, U.A.E. Scoop Up Russian Oil Products at Steep Discounts

Energy Central

Despite U.S. objections, petroleum-rich Gulf countries are capitalizing on cut-rate prices TWSJ BY BENOIT FAUCON AND SUMMER SAID, APRIL 17, 2023 As Russia scours the globe for buyers of its energy products, it is finding eager trade partners in an unlikely place: The oil-rich petrostates of the Persian Gulf. Since Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine cut off Russia from many.

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The Liskow Legislative Minute – Week 2

The Energy Law Blog

HB 571 is expected to be scheduled for a vote on the House floor next Wednesday, April 26, or Thursday, April 27. HB 571 moved favorably out of the House Committee on Natural Resources and Environment on April 20, as amended [1]. The adopted amendments include the following: use of more precise language identifying the proper local government officials for receipt of various notices related to CCS activities; a requirement for an environmental analysis in connection with a Class VI permit; and a

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Natural Gas Vehicle Sales Waxed and Waned in Q4/Q1

NGT News

Sales of natural gas-powered vehicles were mixed in the December to February time frame, according to the latest Alternative Fuels Quarterly by ACT Research. December activity lagged its year-ago level by 47%, with January falling behind by an even greater margin (-57% y/y). February saw a reversal, with y/y sales gaining 40%. “In the near […] The post Natural Gas Vehicle Sales Waxed and Waned in Q4/Q1 appeared first on NGT News.

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Cracking the code on digital talent

McKinsey

Even with recent industry layoffs, the tech talent shortage shows few signs of abating. To attract this critical segment, it’s important to understand what they want (hint: it’s not just compensation).

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Rolls-Royce reveals green hydrogen production and fuel cell plans

Energy Central

Rolls Royce Rolls-Royce plans to produce green hydrogen at is Friedrichshafen headquarters and test its mtu hydrogen engines and fuel cell systems.

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Walmart Deploys Cummins CNG-Powered Class 8 Heavy-Duty Truck

NGT News

Walmart has rolled out the first of five heavy-duty natural gas vehicles powered by Cummins’ X15N 15-liter compressed natural gas (CNG) engine. The Walmart truck will make its inaugural trip from Indiana to California, making stops along the way to refuel at Chevron CNG stations. Last year, Walmart announced several initiatives among its Class 8 […] The post Walmart Deploys Cummins CNG-Powered Class 8 Heavy-Duty Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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Space launch: Are we heading for oversupply or a shortfall?

McKinsey

As the space economy expands, satellite constellations are proliferating. But launch providers must make tricky decisions on how to ramp up capacity.

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Cleantech Venture Capitalists Are All Marxists. Who Knew?!

Energy Central

Recently I was fortunate to be asked to speak and moderate at a cleantech retreat taking place on a small man-made island off or Copenhagen. The event, Forward22, organised by Rockstart, a cleantech accelerator and VC, was a small gathering of founders, entrepreneurs, Venture Capitalists, Investors, bankers and NGO’s, all active and committed to the cleantech and sustainable food.

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Reminder to Renew Your Ohio Land Professional Registration

Vorys Energy

Reminder to all Ohio oil and gas land professionals: Your registration will expire on Sunday, April 30, 2023.

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Rove to Build 20 EV Charging Centers in Southern California by 2026

NGT News

Rove, a developer of full-service electric vehicle charging centers, has confirmed plans to build six locations in Southern California starting this year. Focused on fast, reliable charging, each Rove will host 40 direct-current fast chargers, making a full charge possible in as little as 15 minutes. “Fast. Safe. Reliable. These are all things EV charging […] The post Rove to Build 20 EV Charging Centers in Southern California by 2026 appeared first on NGT News.

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Green growth: Unlocking sustainability opportunities for retail banks

McKinsey

A recent McKinsey survey shows broad, unmet consumer demand for climate-linked financial products—but will financial institutions provide the education consumers require and the differentiated offerings needed to win this space?

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SF6 -Free and beyond!

Energy Central

Did you know that roughly 80% of all SF6 (sulfur hexafluoride) gas produced worldwide is used by the electric power industry and that the largest source of SF6 emissions comes from using it as an electrical insulator in high-voltage equipment? These are the facts Gene Wolf contemplated in this illuminating T&D World article. link Hitachi Energy is one of the.

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Clean Energy, Tourmaline Make Major Commitment to CNG in Western Canada

NGT News

Tourmaline Oil Corp. and Clean Energy Fuels Corp. are partnering to build and operate a network of compressed natural gas (CNG) stations along key highway corridors across western Canada. Through this 50-50 shared investment, Tourmaline and Clean Energy expect to construct and commission up to 20 CNG stations over the next five years, which will […] The post Clean Energy, Tourmaline Make Major Commitment to CNG in Western Canada appeared first on NGT News.

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Chevron, Toyota Taking a Road Trip Running on Renewable Gasoline Blend

NGT News

Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is partnering with Toyota to take a road trip along the Gulf Coast to showcase a new gasoline blend that is composed of more than 50% renewable content. The road trip, in a Toyota Tundra, RAV4 and Camry, is running from Mississippi through Louisiana before concluding in Texas. During the tour, Chevron […] The post Chevron, Toyota Taking a Road Trip Running on Renewable Gasoline Blend appeared first on NGT News.

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Utah PaperBox Adding Volvo VNR Electric to Fleet

NGT News

Utah PaperBox is taking delivery of a Class 8 battery-electric Volvo VNR Electric truck, becoming the first company in Utah to deploy the truck model. The Volvo VNR Electric is also the first such truck in Utah PaperBox’s fleet. The six-battery configuration Volvo VNR Electric offers a range of up to 275 miles, enabling the […] The post Utah PaperBox Adding Volvo VNR Electric to Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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Volta Trucks Launches Series Production of the Volta Zero

NGT News

All-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider Volta Trucks has initiated series production of its Volta Zero at Steyr Automotive, the company’s partner in contract manufacturing, in Steyr, Austria. The initial batch of vehicles will be used for the Volta Zero Driving Experience Program, where customers will be loaned a truck for an extended period, […] The post Volta Trucks Launches Series Production of the Volta Zero appeared first on NGT News.

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Hexagon Purus Locks Down Battery Supply for HD Trucks with Panasonic Energy

NGT News

Hexagon Purus Systems USA LLC has signed a multi-year agreement with Panasonic Energy Co. Ltd. for the supply of lithium-ion battery cells, to be integrated into Hexagon Purus’ proprietary battery systems for heavy-duty trucks. The battery cells will be produced at Panasonic’s new facility in Kansas, beginning in early 2026. Hexagon Purus’ battery system production […] The post Hexagon Purus Locks Down Battery Supply for HD Trucks with Panasonic Energy appeared first on NGT News.

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Gen what? Debunking age-based myths about worker preferences

McKinsey

Our latest analysis of talent trends suggests that employees of all ages seem to want the same things from their work experience—with a few important caveats.

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Operational excellence: How purpose and technology can power performance

McKinsey

Next-generation operational excellence is more than doing things well. It’s about uniting an organization around a common purpose, process, and systems.

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Building more resilient and equitable US public health systems

McKinsey

With billions of dollars in pandemic relief funding still available, state and local public health agencies have an opportunity to improve their performance and prepare themselves for future challenges.

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The resilience of steel: Navigating the crossroads

McKinsey

The steel industry’s outlook for the next ten years remains fragile. Company leaders can adopt a strategic approach to ride out uncertainties and mitigate risk while the industry is being reshaped.

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Building optionality: Balance sheet discipline is both timely and timeless

McKinsey

Companies can build optionality by strengthening their balance sheets, increasing cash, and establishing a cash culture across the organization.

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The future of mobility: Mobility evolves

McKinsey

Mobility is entering a new age of innovation. We examined regional trends across the world to explore the complex changes that could transform the sector by 2035.

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Why restoring natural capital is good for business

McKinsey

Investing in nature is vital to our collective future—and it can also lead to both environmental and financial returns. Here’s how.

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State of grocery Europe 2023: Living with and responding to uncertainty

McKinsey

2022 was overshadowed by inflation. As that shadow is lifting, European grocers are gearing up for future growth by investing in private labels, retail media, automation, and sustainability.

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Forward Thinking on people on the move and the technological progress and productivity they bring with Dany Bahar

McKinsey

Why are some countries rich and some poor? A leading economist finds the answer in the interactions of economies with the rest of the world, through trade, capital flows, and—notably—migration. “I think that migration could be the key to economic development that we haven’t discovered yet,” he says.

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Powering the transition to zero-emission trucks through infrastructure

McKinsey

The United States has committed to 100 percent zero-emission truck sales by 2040, but what needs to happen on the ground?

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Rewriting the beauty code of the future

McKinsey

L’Oréal has been early to adopt a number of metaverse and Web3-related initiatives, all of which feed into its broader digital innovation ambition.

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Working hard for the money: The crunch on global economic profit

McKinsey

Global economic-profit pools have been shrinking over the past two decades. What’s going on?

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How multinationals can capture the Chinese growth opportunity

McKinsey

Multinationals are having to rethink their approaches as China’s market grows—how can they navigate the new risks to create opportunities?

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Seeing nature differently: How businesses are waking up

McKinsey

Elizabeth Maruma Mrema, co-chairperson of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures, discusses the urgency of reorienting business toward nature-positive activities.

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Beyond G&A: Maximizing synergy from oil and gas mergers

McKinsey

In the coming consolidation wave, exploration and production companies can raise the aspiration on deal synergy and move beyond G&A.

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Patagonia shows how turning a profit doesn’t have to cost the Earth

McKinsey

Yvon Chouinard, founder of outdoor apparel retailer Patagonia, reflects on how companies can be responsible for the planet and its people while increasing growth and value.

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Delivering impact from US green bank financing

McKinsey

Green bank financing could mobilize hundreds of billions in investment toward net-zero emissions by 2050 as well as advancing environmental justice in the US.

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Ahead of the curve: Getting cargo revenue management right as the cycle turns

McKinsey

The air cargo market is at a turning point as yields begin to fall from the peaks of the past three years—now is the time for cargo airlines to re-think revenue management.