Traffic Gets Eclipsed in Texas
TxDOT expected up to a million people to travel to see it, impacting traffic s in the hours after the eclipse.
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New METRO Board Members Approved; Historic Number of Women Serving on the Board
The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO Houston) Board of Directors welcomed its newest members appointed by Mayor John Whitmire Wednesday and approved by vote during this morning’s Houston City Council meeting.
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ALTIVIA Appoints Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager
ALTIVIA announced in April that it has named Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager.
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TI to Showcase Technologies for a Safer, Smarter and More Sustainable Future at embedded world 2024
Texas Instruments (TI) (Nasdaq: TXN) announced in March that it will demonstrate new embedded processing and connectivity products for enabling a safer, smarter and more sustainable future at embedded world, April 9 through 11 in Nuremberg, Germany.
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Texas Oil and Gas Production Records Tumbled in 2023
Texas’ major energy industry reached new peaks last year with records set for both oil and gas production.
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Proper Protective Equipment Needed on Every Jobsite
Work Safe Austin believes all construction contractors should provide employees with the proper PPE based on the assigned task to help reduce the risk of injury.
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CenterPoint Energy Encourages Safety Awareness and Education During National Safe Digging Month
CenterPoint Energy is collaborating with the Common Ground Alliance to observe April as National Safe Digging Month and encourage customers to follow safe digging practices.
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Shell to Grow Company-Owned U.S. Retail Sites with Acquisition of Brewer Oil Company
Shell Mobility Company Operations LLC (Shell), has signed an agreement to acquire 45 fuel and convenience store sites in New Mexico through the acquisition of Brewer Oil Company’s (BOC) retail division.
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New Vessel Added to Galveston Ferry Fleet
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) proudly unveiled its latest maritime marvel, the Galveston to Port Bolivar ferry, in a dedication ceremony honoring the pioneer of Texas transportation infrastructure, Esperanza “Hope” Andrade.
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Preparations Help Oil and Gas Industry Get Through Dangerous Wildfires
The Texas Forest Service announced dangerous wildfires in the Panhandle were finally 100% contained, thanks to the tireless efforts of state and local emergency crews.
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Effective Permit Planning for Project Owners: Maximizing Efficiency and Minimizing Delays
Navigating the permit-planning process can often be a major hurdle for any construction project. Though it plays a significant role in your project’s timely completion, permit planning is often considered daunting due to its complex dance with regulations, piles of paperwork, and complex bureaucratic procedures. This blog aims to change that perception and guide you toward efficient permit planning.
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Eclipse Shines Light on Airport Improvement Program
The eyes of Texas are upon the moon in early April, and airports will be a popular destination to see the total solar eclipse. Whether viewers take to the skies or stick to the ground, it might be good to also appreciate the work that’s done to support Texas aviation.
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TXOGA Announces Senior Staff Promotions
Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples announced on April 5 the promotions of senior staff, naming Shana Joyce and Tulsi Oberbeck as Vice Presidents of Government and Regulatory Affairs. Joyce and Oberbeck have served as directors in these positions since 2018.
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Improving Contractors’ Safety and Health Efforts
Safety Management in the Construction Industry SmartMarket Report examines occupational safety and health challenges across the industry and shines a light on where more effort is needed.
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Dallas-Based Vivakor Acquires Endeavor Entities for $120 Million
Vivakor has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Endeavor Entities, which operate in the midstream segment of the oil industry, for $120 million.
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Exploring Climate Engineering at CERAWeek
Introducing reflective clouds and sequestering carbon captured from the ocean to mitigate Earth’s temperature may seem like ideas from science fiction, but these geoengineering methods are already a reality, as discussed by a panel of experts at CERAWeek by S&P Global’s Climate Hub.
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Elevating EV Battery Tech: NSF’s Initiative Sparks Commercialization and Innovation
In a bid to enhance electric vehicle (EV) capabilities and promote sustainable transportation, groundbreaking battery technology is on the horizon.
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Houston’s Quantum Energy & Denver Entrepreneurs Launch Bison IV for DJ Basin
Quantum Energy Partners, headquartered in Houston, and the management team from Bison Oil & Gas, based in Denver, have joined forces to establish Bison IV.
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Texas Instruments Targets 100% Renewable Energy by 2030
Texas Instruments (TI) announced new environmental sustainability targets that expand the company’s use of renewable electricity over the next six years, with key milestones to reach 100% in its 300mm manufacturing operations by 2025, 100% in its U.S. operations by 2027, and 100% in its worldwide operations by 2030.
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Texas Data Center Growth Fueled by Affordable Power and High Demand
According to CBRE, North Texas now holds the second position among U.S. markets in terms of data center inventory, with growing demand attributed in part to the surge in online activities and the expansion of AI and cloud-based technologies.
