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Tag: Earth Day
Roadbuilding
AASHTO highlights sustainability and environmental stewardship among state DOTs
In recognition of Earth Day last week, the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) released a video detailing the Hawaii Department of Transportation’s efforts to make its system more sustainable. “Earth Day is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate how states are taking a wide-ranging approach to responsible environmental stewardship,” says Bud Wright, […]
April 25, 2016
Roadbuilding
Colorado DOT accepting applications for Transportation Alternatives Program
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is accepting applications for the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). The measure provides federal funds to projects that “expand travel choices, strengthen local economies, improves quality of life and protects the environment.” TAP will provide roughly $22 million to projects across the state for fiscal years 2018-2020. Types of eligible […]
April 22, 2016
Roadbuilding
NCDOT’s Western Division wins wildflower award for display along I-85
The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Western Division (Division 12) has won first place for Best Regional Planting in the agency’s 2015 Wildflower and Daylily Awards. The division’s winning wildflower bed is located at the Interstate 85 Cleveland County Welcome center near the state line and features poppies and larkspur in the spring and mixed […]
April 22, 2016
Roadbuilding
Virginia DOT encourages litter pick up for Earth Day
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) encouraged Adopt-A-Highway groups and other volunteers to do a little “spring cleaning” via roadside litter pick up today for Earth Day (April 22). “Virginia’s Adopt-a-Highway volunteers not only serve an important role in keeping our roadsides clean and attractive,” said VDOT Commissioner Charles Kilpatrick. “Their efforts also save the state more […]
April 22, 2016
Business
Earth Day is dead: the EPA’s fall from a scientific organization to a manipulable political tool
I don’t see why people feel compelled to celebrate Earth Day—which was yesterday if you were fortunate enough to avoid the phony phenomena of a day of brainless, bumper-sticker sentiments. For one, Earth Day isn’t real news. It’s what Daniel Boorstin years ago called a manufactured news event. They wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for […]
April 23, 2014
Equipment
Greening of the Fleet: Emissions from heavy trucks, off-road equipment down 95% (INFOGRAPHIC)
April 22, 2013
Business
Detroit Diesel wins 2011 Michigan Green Leader award for big business
Detroit Diesel announced that it has been named one of the two 2011 Michigan Green Leaders in the Big Business category by the Detroit Free Press. Selected by a panel of 25 independent judges, the award recognizes Michigan-based companies that are working to move the state forward in innovation, sustainable development and conservation. Detroit Diesel’s […]
May 18, 2011
Roadbuilding
Cat shows 3 series: Compact track loader, mini excavators, and skid steer and multi-terrain loaders
Caterpillar is showcasing its new 259B3 Series compact track loader, new D Series mini excavators, and new B3 Series skid steer and multi-terrain loaders at the World of Concrete 2011 being held Jan. 18-21 in Las Vegas. The products can be seen at Booth C-6069. Cat Multi-Terrain Loader Highlights Unique rubber track undercarriage delivers low […]
January 20, 2011
Roadbuilding
No rebound until 2013, says PCA’s Sullivan
by Marcia Gruver Doyle, Editorial Director, Equipment World Don’t expect construction to significant rebounds until 2013, said Ed Sullivan, Portland Cement Association chief economist, during his annual forecast at the World of Concrete today. “While it’s clear the economy is gathering strength,” Sullivan said, “it’s still at a slow pace.” Several factors will continue to […]
January 20, 2011
Roadbuilding
Special product report: C-Series excavators from Case Construction Equipment
Case takes on the fuel efficiency challenge once again, and adds a nifty monitor by Marcia Gruver Doyle, Editorial Director, Equipment World When Case set about to up their game with its C Series excavators, it knew the immediate challenge would be fuel efficiency. Not only did it have to top the fuel efficiency gains […]
January 20, 2011
Roadbuilding
Win a trip to Vegas from Cat to see new vocational trucks at ConExpo-Con/Agg
Caterpillar will unveil the first model in its full line of Cat Vocational Trucks, the Cat CT660, in Las Vegas at CONEXPO-CON/AGG in March. As part of the celebration, Caterpillar is holding an online sweepstakes featuring a trip to Vegas. The grand prize winner will receive two VIP access passes to attend the invitation-only unveiling […]
January 20, 2011
Roadbuilding
Donaldson expands fuel filter product line
Filtration systems and parts manufacturer Donaldson Company has expanded its fuel filter offering to provide customers with even more options to protect engine components and to extend equipment life. The expanded line of replacement fuel filters includes a full complement of filters to fit the following: Cummin engines, Racor fuel systems, Stanadyne Fuel Manager FM100 […]
January 20, 2011
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