NRT Bus and Zenobē Deploy 35 Electric School Buses in Massachusetts
Zenobē is helping Massachusetts schools drive into the future. Through its fleet-as-a-service model, Zenobē partnered with NRT Bus to deploy 25 new electric school buses and 10 minibuses for Lawrence Public Schools—complete with new charging infrastructure powered by National Grid and Liberty Utilities. The project marks a major step toward cleaner air, lower emissions, and […]
Xcel Energy’s Electrification Pilot Projects Providing Clean Heat Get Green Light
Minnesota regulators have approved two new pilot projects under Xcel Energy’s Natural Gas Innovation Act, advancing energy efficiency and electrification across the state. The projects will upgrade commercial buildings with air-source heat pumps and retrofit income-qualified homes with no-cost electric heating and weatherization improvements. Together, they’ll help lower emissions, improve air quality, and reduce energy […]
The Fast-Charging Breakthrough That Might Finally End EV Range Anxiety
Mercedes-Benz is tackling EV range anxiety with faster charging, not bigger batteries. Its new Experimental Charging Vehicle (ELF) tests next-generation systems capable of delivering up to 1,000 kW of power, enough to add 100 kWh of energy in 10 minutes. These advancements, set to debut in 2026 Mercedes models, could make charging nearly as quick […]
Clean Energy Tax Credits are Ending, but Higher Electricity Costs Still Driving Interest in Solar
Minnesota homeowners are racing to install solar before key federal tax credits expire at year’s end. Incentives covering 30% of project costs have helped families like the Larsens in Maple Grove power their homes with rooftop solar and generate surplus energy. While demand has surged, experts say local programs and utility rebates can still help […]
McKnight Foundation Headquarters Decarbonizes Historic Building, Showcasing Technique to Fight Climate Change
Behind two restored 19th-century facades in downtown Minneapolis, the McKnight Foundation’s new 45,000-square-foot headquarters stands as a model for decarbonized design. The fully electric building uses innovative thermal energy storage to heat and cool without natural gas—earning LEED Gold certification and demonstrating that even historic buildings can lead Minnesota’s clean energy transformation. McKnight’s retrofit proves […]
Used E.V. Sales Take Off as Prices Plummet
The used EV market is booming — and becoming a game-changer for affordability. Sales of pre-owned electric vehicles jumped 40% this summer as buyers discover that many used EVs now cost less than comparable gas cars. With options like a $4,000 federal tax credit and lower maintenance and fuel costs, more drivers are finding electric […]
What to Know about Mass.’ New Electricity Rates for Heat Pump Users
Heating your home with a heat pump in Massachusetts is about to get cheaper. Starting Nov. 1, Eversource, National Grid, and Unitil will offer discounted winter electric rates for households using heat pumps—saving the average customer about $540 per season. The new rates aim to accelerate the state’s goal of installing 500,000 heat pumps by […]
The Role of States in Shaping a Future-Ready EV Workforce
States remain on the front lines of developing the skilled workforce needed to support the electric vehicle (EV) sector’s continued evolution and expansion — with career opportunities spanning vehicle and battery manufacturing and maintenance to the installation and upkeep of EV charging infrastructure. That theme was central at the recent convening of the State and […]
Wireless EV Charging Market Expected to Hit US$ 2.3 Billion by 2034 Amidst Rising Demand for Convenient Charging Solutions
The Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Market was valued at US$ 125.8 Million in 2023 and is expected to surge to US$ 2.3 Billion by 2034, growing at an impressive CAGR of 29.2% from 2024 to 2034. This rapid expansion is driven by increasing adoption of electric vehicles and the demand for convenient, cable-free charging solutions. […]
New Truetrac Differential Addresses EV-specific Challenges
Eaton introduced its new EV Truetrac differential designed specifically for EVs at Auto Shanghai 2025 this week. The product addresses specific challenges in EV propulsion systems, including shared low-viscosity oil environments, noise sensitivity, and high torque delivery demands. Read the full article here.