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First Student Increases EPA-Awarded Electric School Bus Funding by $200M, Bringing Total to $401M

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New funding from the third round of the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program means 673 electrified buses, after First Student led all contractors in rounds one and two

CINCINNATI, May 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, First Student, the leading school transportation provider in North America, and industry leader in electrification, received $200 million in rebates from the third round of funding of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program. The new funding brings First Student’s total program awards to more than $400 million across the three funding rounds, allowing the company to accelerate its push to provide healthier and safer rides to students through electrification. This round of EPA funding will enable First Student to deploy up to an additional 670 electric school buses in 45 school districts across the U.S. Overall, from all three EPA rounds to date, First Student will be able to deploy more than 1,200 electric school buses.

“First Student is leading the way on school bus electrification and this award supercharges that effort,” said First Student Chief Executive Officer and President John Kenning. “We would like to thank the Environmental Protection Agency for their support of this important priority. America’s students deserve the cleanest, safest rides to and from school, so they arrive at school ready to learn. First Student has the resources, expertise and ground-breaking technology to meet the moment. We are excited to continue building the school bus fleet of the future with the support of the EPA.”

First Student has successfully deployed more than 350 electric buses across North America and provided more than 3 million miles of emissions free operations in pursuit of its commitment to transition 30,000 diesel vehicles to electric by 2035. Today’s EPA investment will accelerate that plan. Scaling the use of these zero-emission vehicles will provide significant and tangible improvements for the environment. Replacing just one diesel school bus with an electric school bus can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 54,000 pounds each year. First Student has also been awarded approximately $65 million through other Canadian, federal, state and utility programs to electrify school bus fleets across the country.

“First Student is proud to call the EPA a partner in our school bus electrification efforts,” said First Student Head of Electrification Kevin Matthews. “First Student electric school buses funded by this program are already creating safer and cleaner rides to and from school and these investments means expanding that benefit to even more districts. Our expertise and resources ensure that school districts can put these awards to use right away, turning these rebates into much-needed fleet upgrades.”

The Clean School Bus Program allocates funds for school districts to help cover the cost of replacing fossil fuel school buses with zero-emission vehicles and associated charging infrastructure. Round two was competitively bid grants, while rounds one and three were lottery rebate awards. Today’s award represents the third batch of funding First Student has received through the program. In January 2024, the EPA awarded First Student $140 million, the largest amount awarded among all contractors, to enable First Student to deploy more than 370 new electric school buses in school districts across the United States.

In November 2022, First Student worked with 11 districts to secure EPA grants under the first round of funding. This funding, approximately $60 million, is designed to provide 11 school districts with of a total of 160 electric school buses. In awarding the rebates and grants, the EPA recognized First Student’s ability to bring utilities and municipalities together with school districts in order to build the charging infrastructure and create a seamless experience for schools.

First Student works directly with school districts on their electrification goals, collaborating on the applications to the EPA and in deploying and maintaining the vehicles. First Student has a team of internal expert consultants called First Consulting who works closely to make sure grant applications reflect specific school district needs.

B-ROLL/RESOURCES: Watch a video that showcases First Student’s electric school bus fleet.

About First Student

As a leading school transportation solutions provider in North America, First Student strives to provide the best start and finish to every school day. With a team of highly trained drivers and the industry’s strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services, including full-service transportation and management, special-needs transportation, route optimization, and scheduling, maintenance, and charter services with a fleet of about 45,000 buses. For more information, visit firststudentinc.com .

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State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company: Facial Recognition Enhances Enterprise Security Management

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URUMQI, China, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company has successfully completed the optimization and upgrade of its visitor management system. By constructing a user facial database and implementing facial recognition technology, the company has achieved precise control over personnel, locations, and time. This has significantly strengthened the security of entry and exit in the office area while greatly reducing manual verification processes, thereby improving the efficiency of personnel access.

Through comprehensive software and hardware upgrades to the visitor management system, visitors can now complete reservations by selecting “I’m a Visitor” in the WeChat mini-program, entering their mobile phone number, obtaining a verification code, and logging in. Visitors are required to accurately fill out details such as their name, affiliated organization, ID number, visiting department, contact person, purpose of visit, and start/end times before submitting the form. According to statistics, the average passage time for visitors has been reduced from 8 minutes to 10 seconds, effectively enhancing the efficiency of office area access and preventing congestion at entrances and exits.

Furthermore, the visitor management system integrates with the SMS platform to provide automated reminders three days prior to the expiration of visitor credentials and real-time notifications upon approval of reservation authorizations. This ensures precise control over the validity period of visitor access, enabling proactive measures such as “early reminders,” “early reservations,” and “timely access.” Additionally, the system collects and analyzes data on visitor passage times, frequently visited areas, and abnormal records, further enhancing the convenience and security of office area access and assisting enterprises in optimizing the allocation of security personnel.

Looking ahead, State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company will continue to explore advanced technologies for visitor security management. The company aims to achieve multi-scenario applications based on facial recognition technology and implement a framework of “unified entry, networked access, and precise distribution” for identity information. Standardized appointment and authorization processes will be established, along with flexible strategies to ensure seamless integration and technical prevention networking. These efforts will drive the company toward modernization, enhanced safety, intelligent operations, and improved convenience.

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Stellarix Highlights How Carbon Capture Solutions Support the Evolving Energy Sector

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Stellarix shares how carbon capture technologies like CCS and DAC are helping energy companies reduce emissions and meet global sustainability goals.

LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As global efforts to combat climate change intensify, energy companies are facing growing pressure to reduce their carbon footprint. Traditional energy production methods are no longer enough to meet evolving environmental expectations. In response, many businesses are turning to carbon capture technologies to support their transition toward cleaner operations.

Stellarix, a global leader in sustainability and R&D strategy, is helping energy companies implement effective carbon capture initiatives that balance regulatory compliance, innovation, and long-term environmental goals. With expertise in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), Stellarix develops tailored solutions that enable companies to reduce emissions while maintaining growth.

The Growing Importance of Carbon Capture in Energy

Carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) is gaining widespread adoption as a practical solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), CCS could account for up to 15% of the emissions reductions required to reach net-zero targets by 2050. These technologies capture CO₂ directly from industrial sources like power plants and factories, preventing it from being released into the atmosphere.

With clients in over 70 countries and more than 15 years of experience, Stellarix supports energy companies at every step of their carbon capture journey. From planning and R&D to commercialization, the company’s deep industry knowledge helps organizations deploy sustainable strategies that are both efficient and future-ready.

How Stellarix Supports the Energy Sector

Stellarix offers a range of services designed to help energy companies integrate carbon capture technologies effectively. These include:

Strategic Foresight: Identifying emerging risks and opportunities to ensure carbon capture efforts are aligned with business and sustainability goals.R&D Strategy: Guiding businesses from early-stage research to product development and market launch of carbon capture technologies.Sustainability Services: Developing tailored roadmaps to help businesses reduce their environmental impact and meet ESG standards.CCS Implementation: Advising on the design and deployment of carbon capture and storage solutions to efficiently manage industrial emissions.Partner Scouting: Connecting clients with strategic partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and accelerate project success.Startup Support: Assisting new and emerging energy ventures in launching scalable carbon capture technologies. 

Emerging Trends in Carbon Capture

Several technologies are driving innovation in the carbon capture space, including:

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS): A mature technology that captures up to 90% of CO₂ emissions from industrial processes and stores it underground.Direct Air Capture (DAC): Captures CO₂ directly from the atmosphere, offering new opportunities for offsetting emissions.Bioenergy Carbon Capture: Combines renewable energy generation with carbon removal, creating a dual benefit of clean energy and emissions reduction.CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage): Transforms captured CO₂ into valuable products such as fuels and industrial chemicals, reducing waste while adding economic value.

These innovations are critical to helping the energy sector meet growing regulatory demands and contribute to climate mitigation efforts.

A Trusted Partner for the Net-Zero Transition

As the energy landscape shifts, companies need experienced partners to navigate the complexities of sustainability and compliance. Stellarix provides end-to-end guidance and technical support to help clients adopt carbon capture in a way that aligns with their operational and environmental goals.

The Global CCS Institute projects that global CO₂ capture capacity is expected to double to more than 100 million tonnes per year as new facilities come online. This signals growing momentum in the adoption of carbon capture technologies across industries.

Stellarix is committed to staying ahead of regulatory changes and equipping businesses with the tools they need to stay competitive, compliant, and environmentally responsible.

About Stellarix

Stellarix is a global innovation and sustainability consulting firm that specializes in helping energy companies implement advanced carbon capture strategies. With over 15 years of experience and a footprint in 70+ countries, Stellarix delivers R&D planning, sustainability services, and CCUS solutions that support a more sustainable future.

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5 Ways to Transfer Photos from Phone to PC 2025-Tenorshare iCareFone

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“Why is it so difficult to move photos and movies from iphone to computer without itunes?” How to transfer pictures from iphone to computer easily? Tenorshare iCareFone 1 Click Transfer!

HONG KONG, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — iTunes does not support certain file types or devices, and it may transfer slowly, causing problems such as “Your account has been disabled in iTunes” and data loss. So move photos and movies from iphone to computer via itunes can be tricky and risky. Unlike transfer pics from Android to PC, iPhone file transfers are not smooth enough, forcing users to reconsider upgrading.

Why Tenorshare iCareFone (All-in-One Free iOS Backup and File Manager)?

Tenorshare iCareFone is the best way to copy photos and videos from iphone to your computer without iTunes in 2025, offers a user-friendly and easily 1 click transfer operating system, and supports up to transfer high quality contacts, music, videos, messages from iPhone/iPad to Windows or Mac directly, suitable for ordinary users and professional technicians.

Key Features of Tenorshare iCareFone:

No need for iTunes, Multiple Sync: Transfer photos, videos, APP and other data between computer, iPhone and Android with original details.Selective Pick & Transfer: Select specific photos or albums selectively. One-click transfer, simpler operation, non-tech background required.Suitable for large-volume photos and videos Transfer: Safe Transfer Keep all your existing data original quality, keep perfect details.Free download and features: iOS data backup, developer mode, iPhone test, AI wallpaper.Supported Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, macOS 15/14/13/12, and compatible with all iOS 18/17/16, all iPhone version and iPad, and iPod Touch.

How to Import Photos from iPhone to PC (Windows11/10) Without iTunes?

Step1. Install Tenorshare iCareFone Transfer software on your Windows or Mac

Step2. Select all or individual files or photos you want to export to Mac or Windows, and then click the ‘One-click Export’ button.

Step3. Then Successfully to export photos to your laptop device from iPhone Now!

Other 4 Ways to Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone or iPad to your Mac or PC

Way2. Via USB transfer: Connect iPhone and computer via USB>Click “Start”>Select ‘Import’ then transfer your Photos.

Way3. Transfer Photos via iCloud Photos: Select photos from iPhone to back up to iCloud and upload them on your computer

Way4. Use AirDrop: Open Airdrop to send photos and videos to your Mac quickly.

Way5. Use Hard Disk or SD: Go to the Photos app on your Mac, Copy the Photos and videos to Computer.

In short, these methods require a certain technical background, the quick and simple way is Tenorshare iCareFone. Even if you’re not tech-savvy. Just download iCareFone, follow the steps, and move your photos in seconds.

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