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The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
The cross pinnacle on the Tower of Jesus Christ will be ready to receive visitors in 2026 on the centennial of Gaudi’s death
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Steffen Romstöck said that he would respect the residents’ choice and would take over the helm of the municipality, even if he didn’t run
The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
But operating them is still illegal under the country’s legislation
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Plus, it has a unique modular design that allows it to be shortened and lengthened like a train
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
On the eve of the new academic year, the ranking considers several distinct but essential factors
Following a successful trial phase, these quiet areas will now be available on all main routes in the country
The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students
The city is expecting 64% of its waste trucks to be hydrogen-powered by the year 2023
The city of Freiburg in Germany got its first hydrogen-powered vehicles on Thursday. These are two trucks that will be employed by the the city's waste management company - Abfallwirtschaft und Stadtreinigung Freiburg GmbH (ASF).
They will be used to collect biowaste and paper and, after they replace two diesel-based trucks, are estimated to save up to 60 tons of CO2 annually. The company expects to replace 14 trucks more by the end of 2023.
The first two hydrogen-powered collection vehicles were financed with the support of national subsidies. This means that 75% of the acquisition costs of around 1,4 million euros, for both vehicles were covered by subsidies. The trucks will be implemented in the collection of biowaste and paper.
Despite heavy commercial vehicles being responsible for 30% of the CO2 emissions in the transport sector, a significant contributor to climate change, companies have been rather reluctant to adopt more climate-friendly alternatives.
Meanwhile, hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles have gotten cheaper and more competitive, which has enabled ASF to expand its waste collection fleet by 14 eco-friendly trucks in the next two years. By 2023, 64% of ASF’s trucks will be hydrogen-powered, rather than diesel.
Like normal electric vehicles, fuel-cell vehicles are driven by an electric motor, and they are also emission-free and low-noise. In contrast to purely electric vehicles, they can generate their own electricity while driving thanks to a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen that only emits water as a by-product.
The built-in battery system also enables recovered braking energy to be stored and the battery to be partially charged - a decisive advantage in everyday stop-and-go traffic. This extends the travel time and increases flexibility.
Lord Mayor Martin Horn was quoted in a press release expressing his excitement about the transition of ASF: “Freiburg will then have one of the largest fleets with alternative-powered refuse collection vehicles and will play a pioneering role in this area. This should make a significant contribution to the achievement of the climate protection goals of the city of Freiburg”.
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The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
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