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Alaska Airlines launches investment arm to support goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2040

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Alaska Airlines on Monday announced the launch of Alaska Star Ventures to invest in new aviation technologies as part of the airline’s goal to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040. Our filter is how do we get our operation to net zero and what are technologies that can help us along that path,” said Rakow.

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Climate funding: Amazon makes more investments; Alaska Airlines and Bill Gates-led effort back aviation startup

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The investments keep rolling in for climate tech companies, and Pacific Northwest tech companies are writing many of the checks. New investments: Amazon has made investments in two more companies working to reduce carbon emissions: California’s Hippo Harvest and New York’s Amogy. The company has raised $115 million.

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Hydrogen-powered aviation and sustainable fuel startups announce expansion plans in Washington

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Alaska Airlines has provided ZeroAvia with a Bombadier Q-400 to test out its hydrogen-powered electric propulsion system. The plane is now emblazoned with ZeroAvia navy and sky blue graphics and Alaska Airlines’ name on the tail. Airlines, cargo companies and others are adjusting flight plans to reduce fuel use.

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Gogo sells commercial in-flight internet business to bankrupt satellite provider

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Gogo, the in-flight internet provider, has found a buyer for its commercial airline business. Intelsat, the world’s second largest satellite operator by revenue, has agreed to purchase Gogo’s Wi-Fi business for $400 million in cash, the companies announced Tuesday.

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Amazon, Microsoft, Breakthrough Energy share climate news as ‘Climate Week’ kicks off

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Climate Week is kicking off Monday in New York City and major companies including Amazon and Microsoft as well as Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy are sharing news of their efforts to decarbonize. based company is donating $100 million to Breakthrough Energy Catalyst. The Climate Pledge Arena, home of the Seattle Kraken NHL team.

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A year after grounding, FAA and Boeing conduct first certification flight for updated 737 MAX jet

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The company also addressed other safety issues and training issues that came to light during the investigation. The company’s CEO and the head of Boeing Commercial Airplanes have both been replaced, primarily due to the 747 MAX crashes and their repercussions. ” Check back for updates in this developing story.

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Climate tech execs anticipate market benefits as COP26 summit amplifies role of private sector

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. “While the negotiations among nations perhaps didn’t deliver the headlines hoped for,” said Reenst Lesemann , CEO of the wave energy company C-Power , the event’s strong showing by the private sector makes him optimistic. John Kerry, the U.S. Electric Era Image). — LevelTen Energy CEO Bryce Smith. LevelTen Photo).

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