California Air Resources Board

STAX Engineering Granted First California Air Resources Board Executive Order for Auto Carrier Vessels

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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LONG BEACH, Calif., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STAX Engineering, a leader in maritime emissions capture and control, received the first California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order for emissions capture and control services on auto carrier (ro-ro) vessels.

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LONG BEACH, Calif., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STAX Engineering, a leader in maritime emissions capture and control, received the first California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order for emissions capture and control services on auto carrier (ro-ro) vessels.
STAX, a CARB grantee, is the only operator authorized to service two of the most common maritime vessel classes: container vessels and auto carriers in California.
“Auto-carrier vessels represent an important piece of the at-berth emissions puzzle in California and around the world,” said STAX Engineering CEO, Mike Walker.
To date, STAX has treated 55 at-berth vessels for a cumulative of 3,150 hours and 22.1 tons of pollutants controlled—and counting.

REE Automotive P7-C Receives CARB Certifications

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Monday, March 25, 2024

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TEL AVIV, Israel, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- REE Automotive Ltd. (Nasdaq: REE), an automotive technology company and provider of full by-wire electric trucks and platforms, which recently announced FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) certification, today announced it has received two certifications from California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) on the Class 4 P7-C chassis cab. The two certifications include (1) Phase 2 Greenhouse Gas (“GHG”) covering the complete vehicle and (2) the new Zero Emission Powertrain (“ZEP”) certification. In addition to California, several other states are expected to adopt the Phase 2 GHG and ZEP requirements in the coming years.

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TEL AVIV, Israel, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- REE Automotive Ltd. (Nasdaq: REE), an automotive technology company and provider of full by-wire electric trucks and platforms, which recently announced FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) certification, today announced it has received two certifications from California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) on the Class 4 P7-C chassis cab.
The two certifications include (1) Phase 2 Greenhouse Gas (“GHG”) covering the complete vehicle and (2) the new Zero Emission Powertrain (“ZEP”) certification.
CARB certification is a requirement for eligibility for several state incentives, which combined with federal can total over $100,000 per vehicle depending on customer location.
“Being CARB certified unlocks many doors for us and for our customers as we can now sell in California, and I am excited for our California dealers as they start to receive their Powered by REE trucks,” said Daniel Barel, CEO and co-founder of REE Automotive.

Cenntro Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Monday, April 1, 2024

In the fourth quarter we sold 473 vehicles compared to 298 vehicles in Q3 2023 and 51 in Q4 2022.

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In the fourth quarter we sold 473 vehicles compared to 298 vehicles in Q3 2023 and 51 in Q4 2022.
Total operating expenses were approximately $14.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared with $20.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
Net loss was approximately $13.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared with net loss of $73.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
Adjusted EBITDA was approximately $(13.7) million in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared with Adjusted EBITDA of $(18.3) million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Groundbreaking Hybrid Refrigeration Units Now Available from Utility Trailer Throughout North America

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

At this year’s conference, Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company, LLC announced the innovative Cargobull North America, LLC (CBNA) transport refrigeration units (TRUs) are now available throughout North America exclusively on Utility’s signature 3000R® reefer trailer via Utility's expansive dealer network.

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At this year’s conference, Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company, LLC announced the innovative Cargobull North America, LLC (CBNA) transport refrigeration units (TRUs) are now available throughout North America exclusively on Utility’s signature 3000R® reefer trailer via Utility's expansive dealer network.
With the UTILITY TrailerConnect portal and app, advanced telematics data is streamlined directly to industry-standard frontends, fleet operators, and transport management or enterprise resource planning systems.
Additionally, CBNA aftermarket parts are available through Aurora Parts, its exclusive parts distributor, with more than 700 dealers served by six North American distribution centers.
“I’m proud to work with Utility and I look forward to seeing their new 625 and 655MT Hybrid TRUs revolutionize temperature-controlled transportation.”
For more information or to coordinate further media availability opportunities, please contact Brett Olsen at [email protected] .

HopSkipDrive Exceeds California’s 2023 Goals for Electric Vehicle Usage; Comes in Under Greenhouse Gas Emissions Benchmark

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Miles driven by electric vehicles in 2023 made up 8 percent of miles traveled by HopSkipDrive CareDrivers in California, vastly exceeding by 400 percent the state’s 2023 target of 2 percent.

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Miles driven by electric vehicles in 2023 made up 8 percent of miles traveled by HopSkipDrive CareDrivers in California, vastly exceeding by 400 percent the state’s 2023 target of 2 percent.
Total 2023 California GHG emissions by HopSkipDrive CareDrivers in California is 241 grams of CO2 per passenger mile, less than the state’s 2023 target of 252 grams of CO2 per passenger mile.
Almost 40 percent (36%) of California vehicles that completed a ride on the HopSkipDrive platform in 2023 were electric, hybrid or fuel cell.
As a reminder, the broader transportation sector accounts for about half of California’s greenhouse gas emissions .”

ClearSign Technologies Corporation Burner Performance Receives Best Available Control Technology (BACT) Determinations for Single and Multi Process-Burner Heaters

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

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We consider this BACT revision to also be beneficial for the future development of ClearSign's business," concluded Dr. Deller.

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We consider this BACT revision to also be beneficial for the future development of ClearSign's business," concluded Dr. Deller.
BACT guidelines are periodically updated by SCAQMD to reflect advancements in technology and to ensure affected equipment utilize the most efficient technologies.
Source is defined in the BACT guidelines as an individual permit unit, such as an engine, boiler, spray booth, etc.
During the permitting process, NSR analysis is performed for new sources, relocated sources as well as modifications to existing sources.

New Report Highlights Benefits of California Clean Air Policies

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Lung Association has released its "Living and Breathing in California: Health Benefits of Clean Air Programs" report to illustrate the potential for major health benefits from recently approved clean air policies in California.

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Lung Association has released its " Living and Breathing in California: Health Benefits of Clean Air Programs " report to illustrate the potential for major health benefits from recently approved clean air policies in California.
Policies designed to help the Golden State attain health-protective clean air and climate standards will cumulatively provide $200 billion in public health benefits while saving over 20,000 lives over the coming decades.
"Especially for kids growing up in the shadow of clouds of diesel exhaust, California must continue to invest in clean air."
We urge the public to read the full report at www.Lung.org/Breathing-In-CA and sign the petition supporting stronger clean air investments.

Mullen Class 1 EV Cargo Van Now Certified for Sale in all 15 CARB States and District of Columbia by California Air Resources Board

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

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BREA, Calif., Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN – Mullen Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN) (“Mullen” or the “Company”), an emerging electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, today announces the achievement of a key commercial EV milestone with its all-electric Class 1 cargo van. The Mullen ONE received certification from the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) as a zero-emission vehicle in the state of California. The certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers who meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations. To date, a total of 15 states and the District of Columbia follow CARB regulations.

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(NASDAQ: MULN ) (“Mullen” or the “Company”), an emerging electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, today announces the achievement of a key commercial EV milestone with its all-electric Class 1 cargo van.
The Mullen ONE received certification from the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) as a zero-emission vehicle in the state of California.
To date, a total of 15 states and the District of Columbia follow CARB regulations.
California as well as 14 other states and District of Columbia have adopted vehicle standards under Section 177 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C.

Schneider Deploys 50 Freightliner eCascadia Battery-Electric Trucks Funded Through the JETSI Project

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

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South El Monte, California, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Partners of the Joint Electric Truck Scaling Initiative (JETSI) project today announced that Schneider has deployed all 50 of its battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia trucks funded through the project, making the company one of the largest zero-emission Class 8 fleet operators in the nation.

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South El Monte, California, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Partners of the Joint Electric Truck Scaling Initiative (JETSI) project today announced that Schneider has deployed all 50 of its battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia trucks funded through the project, making the company one of the largest zero-emission Class 8 fleet operators in the nation.
Schneider’s Freightliner eCascadia drivers can complete six to eight trips per day before recharging the trucks at their depot.
"We are incredibly proud to reach the milestone of receiving and deploying 50 battery-electric trucks for the JETSI project,” said Schneider Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer Rob Reich.
To hear a Schneider driver’s firsthand experience operating Freightliner eCascadia trucks, view this video .

California Truck Centers Certified as Authorized Dealer for RIZON Battery-Electric Trucks

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

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Fresno, California, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Velocity EV , the exclusive U.S. distributor of RIZON battery-electric trucks , has added California Truck Centers , one of the state’s largest and family-owned commercial truck dealerships, to its authorized dealer network.

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Fresno, California, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Velocity EV , the exclusive U.S. distributor of RIZON battery-electric trucks , has added California Truck Centers , one of the state’s largest and family-owned commercial truck dealerships, to its authorized dealer network.
California Truck Centers is now certified to sell and service the Class 4-5 zero-emissions cabover trucks – engineered by Daimler Truck – at six of its eight California locations in Fresno, Oakland, Sacramento, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Keyes.
“With their extensive customer service reputation in the commercial truck industry, California Truck Centers’ sales and service teams are well-skilled in helping customers navigate the transition to battery-electric trucks.
With more than 800 employees who specialize in OEM truck parts, body shop service and repair, in-house financing, and rentals and leasing, California Truck Centers earned Certified Elite Support status through Daimler Truck.