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USA & China Electricity Generation TWh & CO2e Trajectories Since 2000 Are Startling

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continued] The post USA & China Electricity Generation TWh & CO2e Trajectories Since 2000 Are Startling appeared first on CleanTechnica. For a decade I’ve been tracking the exponential expansion of wind, solar, and to a lesser extent hydro electricity generation.

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Honda, American Electric Power developing 2nd life applications for used EV batteries

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The project seeks to address multiple challenges related to the expansion of EVs, including the repurposing of used EV batteries, the expected impact of EV demand and renewable energy on the nation’s utility operators and the integration of EV batteries as a storage solution for the electric grid.

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Latest GHG Inventory shows California remains below 2020 emissions target; much steeper rate of GHG reductions required

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The California Air Resources Board released GHG emissions data for 2018 showing that emissions remain below 1990 levels but are effectively flat compared to 2017, while the economy grew by 4.3%. Industry is already increasing the use of alternatives to petroleum diesel, including renewable diesel and biodiesel. tons per person to 10.7

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Argonne-led team develops new low-cost cobalt-based catalyst for PEM electrolysis

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A PEMWE containing this catalyst at the anode demonstrated a current density of 2000 milliamperes per square centimeter at 2.47 Production of green hydrogen at that cost could reshape the nation’s economy. volts (Nafion 115 membrane) or 4000 milliamperes per square centimeter at 3.00 Resources Lina Chong et al.

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California 2017 GHG inventory shows 1.2% total drop from 2016; transportation sector emissions up 1%

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These reductions have occurred while California’s economy has continued to grow. while the carbon intensity of its economy declined by 4.5%. Changes in emissions by Scoping Plan sector between 2000 and 2017. Compared to 2016, California’s GDP grew 3.6% Trends in California GHG Emissions.

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BP Statistical Review finds global oil share down for 12th year in a row, coal share up to highest level since 1969; renewables at 2%

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Emerging economies accounted for all of the net growth, with OECD demand falling for the third time in the last four years, led by a sharp decline in Japan. in the emerging economies. Fossil fuels still dominated energy consumption with 87% market share, while renewables rose fastest but are still only 2% of the global total.

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London to host £150 Catapult center for smarter cities; chaired by Sir David King

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The London Future Cities Catapult will look at ways in which services across areas such as health, transport, energy and public safety can be integrated, helping to boost the economy and benefit citizens. The London Catapult will be chaired by Sir David King.

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