Data Release | June 2016 New Data Point to Aging Transit Infrastructure and Stable Pavement Conditions The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) today released updates to two critical performance indicators – street pavement condition and transit asset condition. Incorporating new data from year 2015, both indicators highlight the region’s challenges in moving toward a state of […]
Continue ReadingThis June 2, 2016 issue of the Delta eNews includes: DWR submits supporting documents for California WaterFix hearing Council will conduct two public workshops on Delta Levees Investment Strategy California Invasive Species Action Week is June 4–12 Delta ISB will conduct a teleconference meeting Delta Conservancy’s Board of Directors approves grant funding for 8 projects in the […]
Continue ReadingJune 2, 2016 DredgeWire delivers news about dredging, ports and harbors, and marine and offshore infrastructure, right to your mailbox. DredgeWire’s editors personally curate news from original sources, giving you access to the most complete information available about the issues and opportunities shaping the industry. + ISSUES & DEVELOPMENTS + PROJECT UPDATES + CONTRACTS & TENDERS […]
Continue ReadingReuters: With $50 Crude, Signs of Life Return to West Texas Oilfields Bloomberg News: American Nations to Start Carbon-Price Talks, World Bank Says The Hill: Clinton Aims to Boost Clean Energy on Federal Land San Francisco Chronicle: State Senate Passes Bill to Slow Oakland Coal Shipping Plan Morning Consult: EIA: U.S. Uranium Production Remains Low, Imports Fuel Reactors E&E: Among […]
Continue ReadingSacramento Bee: California officials say Delta tunnels won’t harm north state water users Sacramento Bee: Another lawsuit filed to block water district’s Delta islands purchase Climate Central: Easing Drought Boosts California Hydropower, For Now Bloomberg BNA: Trump Doubts California Drought, Promises Farmers Water Thousand Oaks Acorn: Cal Water expected to ease limitations Visalia Times-Delta: Waterwise: Surcharges likely off, mandate reduced […]
Continue ReadingACWA eNews for June 1, 2016 Save Our Water Seeking Local Feedback for Summer Campaign Submitted by Emily Allshouse on Wed, 06/01/2016 – 1:07pm Save Our Water hosted a partner webinar Wednesday to discuss its summer campaign plans and solicit feedback from across the state. Save Our Water also will send a detailed survey to […]
Continue ReadingOn June 2, 2016 the United States Army Corps of Engineers issued a Notice of proposed rulemaking to reissue and modify Nationwide Permits. The Notice has been published in the Federal Register for a 60-day comment period. For more information, including a summary of the proposal, click here. Comments must be submitted on or before […]
Continue ReadingThe Houston Chronicle: Gasoline Prices Hit Highest Point of 2016 as Demand Spikes The Wall Street Journal: Oil Price Forecasts Get More Bullish as Oversupply Concerns Ease Reuters: Oil Prices Fall on Rising Output, China Demand Concerns Utility Dive: Energy Storage’s Role in Decarbonization Will Depend on Duration, Cost Cuts PVTech: Thousands of Solar Jobs ‘At Risk’ After Maryland […]
Continue ReadingClick here to download the agenda for the Port of Oakland’s regular Board Meeting on June 9, 2016. To view agenda-related materials, please visit the Port of Oakland website here: http://www.portofoakland.com/port/board-of-commissioners/board-meetings/
Continue ReadingFORWARD SIGN UP TO RECEIVE PMM ONLINE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PRINT EDITION INSIDE PACIFIC MARITIME MAGAZINE The Design of Modern Tugboats By Robert G. Allan, P.Eng In 1970 there were still many single and twin-screw, relatively low-powered tugs performing ship-assist work. The concepts for the first Schottel/BCP Z-drive tractor tugs were introduced by Corlett and Bussemaker […]
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