Tag: Emissions
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New Legislation Targets Emissions In Asphalt And Concrete After IRA Rollbacks
In March of 2025, Senators Chris Coons (D-DE) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) reintroduced the Concrete And Asphalt Innovation Act (CAIA) as a companion to House bill H.R. 1534, which passed with overwhelming bipartisan support to the tune of 350-73. Currently, it awaits further action by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources committee before going to…
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ScotRail using digital twins to slash emissions across 25 sites
ScotRail is rolling out digital twin technology across 25 stations and depots to improve energy efficiency and reduce its carbon footprint. Provided by OptimiseAI, the technology analyses data and makes real-time, proactive, suggestions for managing heating and lighting and other energy use. Following a successful pilot, OptimiseAI has used its AI forecasting tool Predict to…
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Honda Portable Generators Now Available in California with Updated Emissions Compliance
Honda Power Sports & Products has announced that its EU3200i and EU7000iS Super Quiet Series generators are now available for sale in California. Both models meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Phase 3 emissions standards and are compliant with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 4 requirements. These updates make the gas-powered models…
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Top 3 Things to Understand About Environmental Funding and Emissions Regulations in 2025
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in Business, Business Services, Construction, Construction Technology, Diesel Engines, Equipment, Equipment Management, Featured, Fleet Maintenance, Gasoline Engines, Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8, Medium Duty Trucks: Class 4 – 6, Pickup Trucks & Vans, Rental, Sustainability, Trucks, Trucks & Accessories, Utility Vehicles, Worksite EquipmentThe trucking industry is facing uncertainty this year. With changes to emissions regulations, a new administration, and looming tariffs, the industry has a lot to consider and adjust to. After the Trump administration put a freeze on environmental funding and moved to undo previously set emission standards, there is a lot regarding advanced engines and…
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Boston expands net-zero emissions requirements to new buildings, large additions
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. The Boston Zoning Commission has approved an amendment to the city’s zoning code that requires most large new buildings to have net-zero carbon emissions from the day they open, according to a release Thursday from Boston Mayor…
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CoolCrete™ Tackles Urban Heat and Carbon Emissions
Carbon Limit, a climate tech company, has officially announced the launch of CoolCrete™, an innovative concrete additive. The new product mitigates rising temperatures and contributes to more energy-efficient and sustainable building practices. How CoolCrete™ Works CoolCrete™ is a Supplementary Cementitious Material. It replaces a portion of traditional cement, helping reduce concrete’s carbon footprint by up…
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The Most Effective Way to Reduce Construction’s Carbon Emissions with Pyry Haahtela
What is the most feasible way to reduce construction’s carbon emissions? This was the question Pyry Haahtela and Aarni Heiskanen discuss in this episode of WDBE Talks. Pyry Haahtela has worked with the Haahtela TVD simulation model for over a decade. His mission is to develop cutting-edge technology capable of simulating the repercussions of decisions…
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CO2 Performance Ladder: Cut Emissions, Save Costs and Win Business
Reducing your company’s CO2 emissions is not optional, especially if you operate in the EU. The CO2 Performance Ladder is a tool that helps companies in improving their environmental and business performance. In this interview, Brian Heikamp, Project Manager at The Foundation for Climate Friendly Procurement and Business, explains the tool and the benefits of…