Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) has initiated a large-scale programme to retrofit 240 diesel buses with electric powertrains, positioning itself as the first state road transport corporation in India to undertake such conversions at this scale. The initiative, highlighted in a LinkedIn post by Telangana Rising, marks the transition from pilot testing to structured … Continue reading “India: Telangana to retrofit 240 diesel buses under large-scale electrification plan”
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California is facing a severe housing shortage. And in some places, namely Los Angeles, the need for new construction is even more dire because of recent wildfire destruction. So in late June, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) prioritized faster construction over cleaner buildings with a law that pauses updates to state building codes for six years. It’ll also … Continue reading “Building electrification and fast, affordable construction can coexist”
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John Deere Power Systems used its presence at the 2025 bauma trade show in Munich to usher in what it termed “a new era in power.” The new adage means “developing technologies that not only meet today’s needs but also anticipate the challenges our industry will face in the years to come,” said Nick Block, … Continue reading “John Deere and Kreisel Electric prepare for “a new era in power” as off-highway vehicle electrification accelerates”
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Big Machines Take Different Paths to EV Many current electric vehicle (EV) efforts focus on passenger cars. While these are the biggest contributors to transportation-related emissions, sustainability initiatives should also make room for heavy industrial equipment. Construction machinery and other off-road vehicles account for 10% of all transportation greenhouse gas emissions—double the rail and maritime … Continue reading “Exploring the Tech Making Heavy Equipment Electrification Possible”
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Washington-based Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), which designs and manufactures sustainable electric motors and powertrain systems and was spun out of Newcastle University, is taking part in the Electrification Skills Training Program. AEM’s products are used in commercial vehicles, passenger cars, off-highway vehicles, trains and various industrial applications. The company put 25 of its employees through … Continue reading “AEM participates in electrification skills training program”
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UK trade group REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology), in collaboration with the Energy Saving Trust, has published a new resource that aims to provide UK fleet managers with a detailed roadmap to successfully electrify their fleets. “Electrifying the fleet—a practical resource for fleet managers” describes the savings fleet managers can expect from … Continue reading “REA publishes comprehensive resource for UK fleet electrification”
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Canary Media’s Electrified Life column shares real-world tales, tips, and insights to demystify what individuals can do to shift their homes and lives to clean electric power. Canary thanks EnergySage for its support of the column. Electrifying your home can be a struggle, especially if local contractors prove resistant. Three years ago, Carla Walker-Miller found herself … Continue reading “3 ways to speed up home efficiency and electrification upgrades”
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In this webinar we’ll discuss: The latest trends that are driving growth in the EV Fleet industry How thermal interface materials (TIMs) can improve heat transfer, life and performance in EV fleet batteries and power electronics Application of dielectric coatings to protect components from electrical arcing, prevent fires, compress designs and increase reliability Use of … Continue reading “Webinar: Electrification solutions for EV fleets”
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Japanese automakers Nissan Motor, Honda Motor and Mitsubishi Motors have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly discuss a framework to develop vehicle electrification. Nissan and Honda are in discussions to develop environmental and electrification technologies as well as software to accelerate autonomous driving and EV adoption. Mitsubishi’s participation aims to provide further synergies. “Nissan … Continue reading “Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi to partner on electrification”
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Everrati is an automotive agency that passionately redefines the most iconic cars and makes them relevant to the world today. While making a conscious effort to maintain the ‘soul’ and unique characteristics of modern classics, Everrati gives these cars a new lease of life through retrofitting electric vehicle technology and driving net-zero without sacrificing the world’s … Continue reading “GIVING CLASSIC VEHICLES A NEW LEASE OF LIFE THROUGH ELECTRIFICATION”