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The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) stated in a recent publication that by the end of 2016 more than 341,000 wind turbines were generating energy in the United States. These turbines generated enough energy to avoid the creation of 637 million tonnes of CO2 emissions. Not only did the use of... read more →
Sep
10
Anaconda Mining has received approval to store tailings from another site in its Pine Cove pit. The Pine Cove pit is anticipated to close in late spring 2019. The Canadian mining company will use the open-pit as a location to store tailings from its gold mine, Golboro. Its expected capacity is up to... read more →
Sep
10
1913- the first paved coast-to-coast highway (the Lincoln Highway) opens.
Sep
10
Store propane tanks outdoors in upright positions out Store propane tanks away from heat and ignition sources and out of direct sunlight Close valves when you are finished working with propane
Sep
09
Rideshare giant Uber announced yesterday that by 2020 all drivers will be required to use hybrid or electric cars by 2020. The announcement comes as part of Uber's "clean air" fund as an effort to combat air pollution levels in the city generated from fossil-fuelled vehicles. According to an article... read more →
Sep
09
1855- Anthony Francis Lucas, discoverer of oil at the Spindletop, is born in Croatia.
Sep
09
BMW's auto brands will offer zero-emission models by 2025. The luxury automaker announced on Thursday that it, along with its other brands, Mini and Rolls Royce, will produce electric cars under each manufacturer within the next 8 years. According to an article released by CTV News, BMW Chief Executive Harald... read more →
Sep
09
It is of vital importance to ensure that while completing roadwork, workers are visible to oncoming traffic and worksite operations. Stay visible by: Wearing high visibility safety gear Using engineering controls such as as lights to increase site visibility Using signage to ensure that traffic is aware of upcoming roadwork
Sep
08
Occupational Health and Safety charges have been dismissed against a construction company in Trepassey, Newfoundland and Labrador. In June 2015, Southern Construction (1981) Ltd. worker, CJ Curtis was not wearing fall protection equipment when he fell through a skylight. Curtis sustained fatal injuries. According to an article published by CBC... read more →