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efficiency

Paratransit agencies adopt technology

August 25, 2010

Almost two thirds of the paratransit agencies responding to Metro Magazine’s annual survey added new technology last year.

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Hampton Roads to launch online performance dashboard

April 21, 2010

Hampton Roads Transit (VA) will unveil an online tool that lets the public track the agency’s performance.

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Winston-Salem hybrids hit the road

February 18, 2010

The Winston-Salem Transit Authority (NC) just took delivery on 10 diesel-electric buses and is expecting 10 more.

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Can sails help ferries save fuel?

February 17, 2010

A California start-up plans to build ferries with a sails that take advantage of the San Francisco Bay’s strong winds to save fuel.

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Congress taps manufacturer for composite bus program

February 5, 2010

Congress selected TPI Composites to lead the All Composite Transit Bus Program in conjunction with the U.S. Army’s National Automotive Center.

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Megabus joins UVM green program

December 4, 2009

Megabus announced its participation in the University of Vermont’s Green Coach Certification pilot program.

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Efficiencies could save millions for King County

September 2, 2009

An auditor’s report says that King County Metro in Seattle (WA) could save millions by running its buses more efficiently.

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KAT scan: Knoxville buses test data collection program

July 8, 2009

Knoxville Area Transit is working with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory on a 12-month data collection project to assess fuel efficiency, safety, and emissions.

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Goodnight, computer: How to save money by logging off

April 1, 2009

As state governments turn to “green IT” policies, they are looking at a variety of options — from removing unneeded fax machines to streamlining data centers.

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Calling all innovators — The winners!

February 18, 2009

Forum Nokia announced the winners in its Calling All Innovators developers competition.

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