Safety Standards
-
SoCalGas Seeks CPUC Approval for Updated Hydrogen Blending Demonstration Rules Amidst Global Safety Insights
SoCalGas has asked the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to update rules for blending hydrogen into natural gas. Citing global safety data and research, the company aims to align California’s regulations with international advancements. This proposal seeks to refine safety parameters for integrating hydrogen into existing gas infrastructure, reflecting a nuanced understanding of hydrogen’s behavior and promoting innovation while ensuring public safety.
-
JD.com Strikes Deal in Shanghai: New Couriers Guaranteed 5,000 RMB Monthly Minimum Wage & 50,000 Smart Helmets Provided
JD.com and Shanghai delivery riders reached a landmark agreement, brokered by the trade union, guaranteeing full-time riders a minimum income of 5,000 RMB/month for their first three months and hourly rates of at least 25 RMB for contract workers. Key provisions include daily work hour caps at 11 hours with rest reminders, algorithm adjustments to extend delivery times in challenging conditions, speed limits of 25 km/h, provision of 50,000 smart helmets, and work suspensions during extreme weather. (94 words)
