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Waste Connections Deploys Top Tech to Reach Significant Reduction Goals

October 15, 2018October 17, 2019 by Jennifer Nastu

Waste Connections, a solid waste services company, is using a variety of technology solutions to reach significant sustainability goals including optical sorting machines, anaerobic digesters, and gas recovery systems...

Hurricane Michael Causes Widespread Power Outages, Damage in Southeast

October 15, 2018 by Alyssa Danigelis

Hurricane Michael left approximately 2.5 million electricity customers in the southeast without power. As of Monday morning, the Edison Electric Institute reported that electricity had been restored to all but around 241,000.

Port of Los Angeles Launching Zero Emissions Freight Project

September 18, 2018 by Emily Holbrook

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has preliminarily awarded $41 million to the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) for the Zero-Emission and Near Zero-Emission Freight Facilities (ZANZEFF) project. The total project cost for this initial phase is $82,568,872, with partners providing 50.2%, or $41,446,612 in match funding. The Zero and Near Zero-Emission Freight Facilities project — proposed ... Read more »

Port of Oakland Reports 81% Reduction in Maritime Operations Emissions

September 7, 2018 by Alyssa Danigelis

The Port of Oakland reported recently that diesel particulate emissions from maritime operations were down 81% since 2005 even as cargo volume grew. Port officials credit the lower emissions to a series of developments that include requiring ships to plug into landside power while at berth.

The Growing Popularity of Lithium-Ion Electric Powered Forklifts

September 5, 2018 by Emily Holbrook

Lithium-ion powered electric commercial vehicles are growing in popularity. And now, their presence is being felt in the industries that rely on industrial vehicles such as forklifts. Lithium-ion-powered electric forklifts offer a range of benefits over propane powered vehicles, with lower energy costs, greater flexibility and uptime, reduced maintenance ... Read more »

California Lawmakers Pass 100% Carbon-Free Electricity Bill

August 30, 2018September 25, 2020 by Alyssa Danigelis

The California Assembly passed Senate Bill 100 this week, setting a goal of supplying 100% of retail electricity in the state from carbon-free resources by 2045. On Wednesday, the Senate approved amendments to the bill and it’s expected to be signed by Governor Jerry Brown.

Product Announcement: Battery-Electric Powertrain for Low Cab Forward Trucks by Lightning Systems

August 28, 2018 by Emily Holbrook

Lightning Systems, a developer of zero-emission powertrains for commercial fleets, recently announced a new all-electric Low Cab Forward model for commercial and government fleets in the Class 6 segment. The Lightning Electric heavy-duty powertrain will be available in the 19,501-26,000 pound gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) with an all-electric ... Read more »

California Air Resources Board Approves Hybrid-Electric Fleet Trucks

August 24, 2018 by Alyssa Danigelis

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) gave approval for commercial and municipal electric fleet company XL to sell hybrid electric Ford F-250 pickup trucks in the state.

Portland General Electric’s Path to Reduce GHG Emissions 80% by 2050

August 16, 2018 by Emily Holbrook

Portland General Electric (PGE) recently released its fifth annual Sustainability Report. The report includes PGE’s sustainability results from the past fiscal year and stories from across the company highlighting achievements, areas for growth and where the company is focused. As highlighted in the report and outlined in PGE’s vision, the ... Read more »

Golden State Foods Installs Electric Power Outlets for Idling Trucks, Saving $110K Per Year

August 8, 2018 by Emily Holbrook

A total of 32 electric power outlets will help trucks at the Golden State Foods (GSF) distribution center cut costs and lower air emissions. GSF will allow cargo trucks to stop idling their engines to keep food cold, and instead plug into power outlets at the facility. The $300,000 ... Read more »

Denver Sets 80% Carbon Emissions Reduction Goal for 2050

July 19, 2018September 11, 2018 by Alyssa Danigelis

Denver Mayor Michael Hancock announced an ambitious plan this week for the city to reduce carbon emissions 80% from 2005 levels by the year 2050. The 80×50 Climate Action Plan calls for deep decarbonization in buildings, transportation, and electricity generation.

California Hit 2020 Emissions Reduction Goal Four Years Early – Here’s How

July 16, 2018September 25, 2020 by Alyssa Danigelis

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) found that greenhouse gas pollution in California in 2016 fell below the emissions target set for 2020, meaning the state has met its goal four years early. Under a bill passed in 2006, the state needed to lower emissions to the 1990 level of 431 million metric tons by 2020.

Waste Connections Deploys Top Tech to Reach Significant Reduction Goals

Hurricane Michael Causes Widespread Power Outages, Damage in Southeast

Port of Los Angeles Launching Zero Emissions Freight Project

Port of Oakland Reports 81% Reduction in Maritime Operations Emissions

The Growing Popularity of Lithium-Ion Electric Powered Forklifts

California Lawmakers Pass 100% Carbon-Free Electricity Bill

Product Announcement: Battery-Electric Powertrain for Low Cab Forward Trucks by Lightning Systems

California Air Resources Board Approves Hybrid-Electric Fleet Trucks

Portland General Electric’s Path to Reduce GHG Emissions 80% by 2050

Golden State Foods Installs Electric Power Outlets for Idling Trucks, Saving $110K Per Year

Denver Sets 80% Carbon Emissions Reduction Goal for 2050

California Hit 2020 Emissions Reduction Goal Four Years Early – Here’s How

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