Amply Power, Unique Electric Solutions will repower internal combustion engine vehicles with electric powertrains. They will also provide charge management services, a bi-directional charging system, and local utility coordination.
The backhoes require no diesel and produce zero emissions — all while providing the power and performance associated with diesel-powered equipment.
The EV manufacturer uses its electric school buses to supply electricity back to Con Edison utility customers as part of its vehicle-to-grid pilot in New York state.
The Department of Transportation will have its main maintenance facilities across the state staffed with fleet mechanics 24/7 to keep plow trucks on the road.
New York State is offering funding to commercial and government fleets to purchase electric, hybrid-electric, compressed natural gas, and propane vehicles.
Municipalities and rural electric cooperative utilities can apply for zero-interest financing to purchase electric vehicles or charging infrastructure.
Verizon has replaced 234 of its gas-powered vans in New York City with hybrid-electric vans using XL Hybrids technology, to support the city's clean energy goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions 40% by 2030.
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced he will deploy new emergency utility crews to Puerto Rico on Nov. 4 to restore power following Hurricane Maria.
Analysis of federal crash data also shows that the rate of road fatalities tied to careless and reckless driving is lowest in the states of Virginia and New York.
New York Power Authority will build the charging stations with the option to provide installation and networking services. The utility can also offer infrastructure and services to governmental customers at lower rates and favorable financing terms.