EPA allocates $3 billion to clean, decarbonize U.S. ports
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $3 billion in grants to 55 projects in 27 states and territories as part of its Clean Ports Initiative, marking a major push to decarbonize U.S. ports. Transforming ports with zero-emission technology The funds will support the purchase of more than 1,500 pieces of cargo handling equipment, 1,000 haul trucks, 10 locomotives and 20 vessels. In addition, the port will benefit from the development of shore power systems, battery-powered and hydrogen charging infrastructure, and solar power generation. Cary S. Davis, President and CEO of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA), celebrated the grants and said, “These awards will bring significant benefits to our ports and our nation’s transportation system. We thank Congress and the Biden-Harris Administration for their commitment to a cleaner, more resilient future." A cleaner future for ports and communities EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan emphasized the importance of this investment, saying, "Our nation's ports play a vital role…
GM Duramax lawsuit partially dismissed on appeal
The Duramax diesel engine emissions class action lawsuit affects the Silverado and Sierra 2500 and 3500. September 2, 2024 — After the GM Duramax lawsuit was dismissed and appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, portions of the litigation remain ongoing. The appeals showed that different judges can interpret exactly the same law and reach completely different conclusions. Two judges on the Sixth Circuit ruled that parts of the lawsuit should not be dismissed, but another judge disagreed. The GM Duramax lawsuit was filed in 2017 after several automakers were sued over diesel emissions issues following Volkswagen's diesel emissions problems. The class action lawsuit alleges that GM's Duramax diesel engines in 2011 through 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and 2011 through 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 diesel trucks emit excessive levels of nitrogen oxides. The trucks were advertised as being equipped with “clean diesel” Duramax engines to protect the environment, according to the lawsuit.…
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