Heavy-duty diesel engines still power most large vehicles used in the construction, mining and transportation industries in the United States. Engineers are working to improve the fuel efficiency of these engines while minimizing pollution to reduce energy consumption and ensure the sustainability of these industries in the future.
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HeidelbergCement Opens Quarries for Unique Biodiversity Competition
HeidelbergCement launched the fifth edition of its Quarry Life Award, its nature-based competition involving more than 20 countries worldwide. Researchers, students, local communities, NGOs and nature lovers from around the world can pitch their ideas for sustainable quarry management, with prizes totaling more than $30,000 for the most innovative projects.
Read MoreSummit Materials Aggregates Volumes Rise 20.7%
Summit Materials Inc. announced results for the first quarter 2021, reporting that net revenue increased $56.1 million, or 16.4% in the first quarter of 2021 to $398.5 million, compared to $342.4 million in the first quarter of 2020, on higher aggregates, ready-mix concrete, cement, asphalt and paving revenue relative to a year ago on strong demand in most markets.
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