After a turbulent 2017 electric automaker Faraday Future could get a much needed infusion of around $ 1 billion, according to a new report from The Verge. The company’s top investor, Chinese billionaire Jia Yueting is also now reportedly taking over as CEO of the firm. The company has faced …
Read More »As Southern California burns, state tells electric companies to shape up
With wildfires raging in Southern California, and Pacific Gas and Electric Co. facing scrutiny over the October wine country fires, state regulators ordered electric utilities Thursday to do a better … Click to Continue »
Read More »“Van Y Vienen” Brings Electric Vehicle Ride Sharing To Two Rural Fresno Communities
A new ride share program is bringing the convenience of services like Uber and Lyft to rural valley communities. The service known “Van y Vienen” is aiming to help residents who lack easy transportation options. The program launched Wednesday in Cantua Creek and El Porvenir, two unincorporated communities in western …
Read More »Over 4,000 solar panels help to reduce annual electric use on UC Merced campus
A solar array consisting of over 4,000 panels is seen at the University of California, Merced, in Merced, Calif., on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017. According to Facilities Management Senior Mechanical Engineer, James Brugger, the array produces about 15% of the total annual electric use on campus. … Click to Continue …
Read More »Electric Vehicles In The Central Valley Could Get A Big Boost Thanks To The VW Settlement
A major scandal rocked the auto industry two years ago when it was discovered that the car company Volkswagen had been systematically cheating on diesel emissions tests. That scandal might soon turn into a big boon for electric cars in the Central Valley. The company agreed to a massive settlement …
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