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Rocsys to supply autonomous CCS charging solutions to SSA Marine for electric yard tractors at Port of Oakland

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Rocsys , the first company offering autonomous charging solutions that automate industry-standard CCS connectors, has signed an order of agreement with SSA Marine, the world’s largest independent, privately-held marine terminal operator, to supply ROC-1 autonomous charging systems.

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California Energy Commission awards nearly $5M to encourage natural gas-powered buses and trucks

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The California Energy Commission approved funding of $4,963,000 to help bring natural gas-powered shuttle buses and large trucks to California’s highways. The newly approved incentives go to these companies: Creative Bus Sales (Chino) is awarded a total of $575,000 in incentives for 33 vehicles manufactured by Champion Bus.

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Oregon transit district buying 11 New Flyer electric buses and 7 ABB depot chargers

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The study found the two greatest opportunities to reduce community greenhouse gas emissions existed in ridership increases and reduction of fleet vehicle emissions. Since 2004, NFI has delivered 50 buses to LTD, including New Flyer transit buses and low-floor cutaway buses from NFI sister company ARBOC.

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Linde close to completing its first retail H2 fueling station in the US; next-generation ionic compressor

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Linde LLC is close to completing the first retail hydrogen fueling station the company will operate in the US. The gas is compressed in the cylinder by the up-and-down motion of the liquid column, similar to the reciprocating motion of an ordinary piston. (US+EU Version) Source: Linde. Click to enlarge.

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California Energy Commission awards $29M+ for biomethane, natural gas, and hydrogen technology

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The proposed projects focus on reducing petroleum consumption and greenhouse gas emissions through biomethane or natural gas, and installing alternative fuel infrastructure for fleets. AC Transit will construct a new hydrogen bus fueling station in Oakland. Biostar Systems ($3,372,314 - Match Share $3,372,314).

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GTI International acquires BKi; operator of California Fuel Cell Partnership

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GTI International (GTII), a subsidiary of Gas Technology Institute (GTI), has acquired BKi, a professional energy services and consulting firm serving energy efficiency, energy supply, and alternative transportation markets. Both in and out of California, GTI is accelerating the use of new and more efficient end use equipment.

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2019 Keeling Curve Prize winners include Opus 12; conversion of CO2 into fuels and chemicals

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The prize recognizes promising projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or promote carbon uptake. is using pay-as-you-save financing to help transportation companies switch to electric buses. African Clean Energy (Lesotho) produces cookstoves that reduce smoke emissions and solar electricity for small electronics and LED lighting.

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