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Newsby StaffApril 22, 2010

MTA's emissions verified by Climate Registry

Using the methodology developed by APTA, in cooperation with the MTA and other U.S. transit agencies, consulting firms, nonprofits and academics, the MTA enables New Yorkers to avoid emitting 8.24 units of carbon for every unit the MTA emits through its operations.

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Newsby StaffApril 22, 2010

New Flyer named one of Canada's greenest

Where possible, New Flyer operates "satellite" recycling depots for the convenience of its employees and offers preferred parking to employees participating in carpools.

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Newsby StaffApril 20, 2010

DesignLine delivers to the Middle East

The ECO-Smart I Buses are expected to be operational prior to the end of June 2010, on Sir Bani Yas Island, making it the first destination in the world to have an entirely electric transportation system.

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Newsby StaffApril 20, 2010

FTA announces TIGGER fund availability

These discretionary program funds will be distributed in accordance with the mission of each program and in support of the U.S. Department of Transportation's environmental sustainability efforts.

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Newsby StaffApril 16, 2010

Daimler receives ISO 14001 certification

Earned for Mississauga, Ontario production facility. Certification allows Daimler Buses North America to establish targets that work to reduce landfill waste, gas consumption, and electricity consumption.

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Newsby StaffApril 15, 2010

T4 America launches Equity Caucus

Will advocate for new and innovative policies to expand transportation access in disadvantaged areas and ensure that low-income, African-American and Hispanic workers have access to transportation jobs supported by federal investment.

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ArticlesApril 13, 2010

Cashless tolling offers U.S. cities weapon against urban congestion

Jack Finn is national director of toll services for HNTB Corp.

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ArticlesApril 13, 2010

New Flyer Ensures Operational Excellence with New Initiatives

The multi-faceted program includes implementation of a 5S concept where workstations have been reorganized and cleaned up for better efficiency, while a new interactive tracking tool allows employees to capture, track, measure and communicate installation statuses.

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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2010

L.A. Metro breaks ground on TOD project

The project is part of Metro's Joint Development Program, which seeks to secure the most appropriate private and/or public sector development on Metro-owned property at and adjacent to transit stations and corridors.

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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2010

Center for TOD releases planning guide

Funded through a cooperative agreement between Reconnecting America and the Federal Transit Administration, the guide highlights best practices related to regulations, funding, information sharing and partnerships.

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