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Ionic Mineral Technologies launches nano-silicon product for Li-ion cell manufacturers

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The Generation 1 Ionisil product has been independently validated by outside EV OEM production labs, demonstrating an all-silicon battery’s capability to achieve reversible capacity of 2700 mAh/g and 2500 mAh/g at a 2000 mAh fast charging rate in half-cell testing.

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Australia PM Gillard announces carbon pricing plan; transport fuels exempt, but lowered fuel tax credits to bring carbon price to some businesses

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However, where applicable, an equivalent carbon price will be applied through changes in fuel tax credits or excise. The Government will seek to negotiate the closure of around 2000 megawatts of highly polluting electricity generation capacity by 2020 to reduce pollution and facilitate a smooth energy market transition.

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US Reps. Biggert, Markey, McNerney, & Eshoo introduce Electric Drive Vehicle Deployment Act

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The Electric Drive Vehicle Deployment Act guarantees a consumer benefit of at least $2,000 (beyond existing tax credits or other federal and local incentives) for the first 50,000 EV consumers within each deployment community.

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Forecast: US biodiesel production to surpass RFS target for second straight year

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This growth is driven in large part by a $1-per-gallon production tax credit extended through the end of 2013 by the US Congress. In addition, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has been operating on B20 since 2000.

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EV Tax Credit: The Guide Your Car Dealer Doesn’t Want You To Read

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You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. Federal EV Tax Credit To accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), the US Government offers a federal EV tax credit of up to $7500 to anyone purchasing or leasing an electric car.

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Opinion: Alternatives to the RFS

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The RFS has been controversial from its beginnings in the early 2000’s. No mandates, but blend credits. tax credit) for blending biofuels. Presumably, the blender’s credit would need to be significant in order to maximize compliance. Earlier post.) The oil industry would seem to be understandably upset about it.

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Delphi Using $89.3M DOE Award to Support Expansion of Power Electronics Engineering and New Manufacturing Facility; First Products for Allison

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In addition to the DOE award, Delphi has been offered support from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation through performance-based tax credits and training grants. The company also is finalizing a property tax abatement application with the City of Kokomo. With an $89.3