The Polaris Dawn private mission went off without a hitch, and two crew members Jared Isaacman and Sarah Gillis made it safely out of the SpaceX Dragon “Resilience” capsule. Isaacman and Gillis spent about seven minutes each outside the capsule. Isaacman, whose net worth is estimated at $1.9 billion by Forbes, is the founder of Shift4, a payments company, and the head of the Polaris program. He is also the co-founder of Draken International, a company that trains military pilots and owns the largest private fleet of military aircraft.
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Notably, the Polaris Dawn mission achieved a new milestone by reaching the highest near-earth orbit in the history of manned flights, surpassing 1,400 km. This accomplishment further solidifies SpaceX's position as a leader in the space industry. Overall, the successful Polaris Dawn mission represents a significant step towards advancing private space exploration and pushing boundaries in the space race.
Greenlane, a truck fueling company, has recently been awarded a $15 million grant to establish a cutting-edge facility in Colton, California. With a primary focus on developing a comprehensive network of commercial fueling stations tailored for heavy-duty, battery-electric, and hydrogen-powered trucks throughout the United States and Canada. Situated at the strategic intersection of Interstates 215 and 10, the forthcoming facility in Colton is expected to commence operations in early 2025. Designed to cater to heavy-duty, medium-duty, and light-duty zero-emission vehicles, the station will play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable transportation solutions in the region.
The Colton site will be part of a network of charging stations along the entire length of I-15 in Southern California. The next two stations will be open by the end of 2025 in Barstow and Baker, California.
In a recent incident seventy miles northeast of Sacramento, a Tesla tractor-trailer truck lost control and crashed into trees, resulting in a fire that engulfed the lithium-ion battery. The California firefighters had to utilize over 50,000 gallons of water to extinguish and cool the battery. As a precautionary measure, authorities also dispatched an airplane to swiftly contain the blaze and prevent its spread to neighboring areas.
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Fire officials reported that the battery temperature soared to 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit during the fire. Given the potential hazards posed by high-voltage electric vehicle battery fires, law enforcement is currently conducting an investigation into the cause of the accident. Luckily, the truck driver escaped the incident with minor injuries.
Recology CEO Sal Coniglio has announced the successful completion of a two-week trial of a hydrogen fuel cell garbage truck in North America. Developed in partnership with hydrogen fuel cell manufacturer Hyzon and New Way Trucks, the innovative vehicle is currently undergoing testing in various states across the US and Canada. The truck's first route was in San Francisco, and the truck was able to lift about 600 containers of household waste in a day. Feedback from the truck's drivers has been overwhelmingly positive, with reports of excellent performance and power from the vehicle. This successful trial comes as part of Recology's ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. In 2008, the company set an ambitious target to transition its fleet of 2,600 vehicles to alternative fuel options.
Fast forward to today, and 84% of Recology's fleet comprises alternative fuel vehicles, including compressed natural gas and electric vehicles. This strategic shift has resulted in a significant reduction of the company's emissions by more than 77%. Looking ahead, Recology plans to continue utilizing the hydrogen fuel cell garbage truck in pilot programs through 2025. With a strong focus on innovation and environmental stewardship, Recology remains dedicated to driving positive change within the waste management industry.
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