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Raley’s Retrofits Old Diesels With New Exhaust Filters

Posted by Environmental Leader on 27/03/2008

Raley’s, a supermarket chain with stores in California, has retrofitted 16 older trucks with a new exhaust filtration system resulting in the trucks burning cleaner than brand new trucks and well-below the new air emissions standards, according to the company.The exhaust filter system, crea ...

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Nissan Readies Green Procurement Guidelines

Posted by Environmental Leader on 27/03/2008

Nissan will issue new green procurement guidelines, a set of environmental protocol to augment The Nissan-Renault Purchasing Way, in April, Auto Spectator reports. The guidelines replace the previous green procurement standards issued in 2001 and will apply to all its global auto-parts and materi ...

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Chrysler Tests Wind Potential At Chelsea Proving Grounds

Posted by Environmental Leader on 25/03/2008

Chrysler is erecting a 26-story meteorological tower at its Chelsea Proving Grounds to determine if high-level winds are suitable for generating electricity. Energy experts from Washtenaw County, the University of Michigan and the consulting firm, North Coast Wind and Power, will monitor the site ...

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‘Radical Greening’ One Of Top Strategic Business Risks

Posted by Environmental Leader on 25/03/2008

“Radical greening” is one of the top 10 strategic business risks for 2008, according to a new study (PDF) by Ernst & Young. For the property/casualty insurance industry, and the utilities industry, potential climate change will have a critical impact. Overall, it’s the grea ...

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Zap Increases Payload With XL Truck

Posted by Environmental Leader on 25/03/2008

Electric vehicle maker Zap is introducing a new electric truck for fleets with a greater payload rating. Production models are expected for delivery to customers by the fall. In the United States, the XL Truck will meet full Department of Transportation requirements for Low Speed Vehicles with a ...

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