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Cal ISO: California grid battery storage increased nearly 20x since 2019 to 5,000MW; projected to hit 52,000 MW by 2045

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According to the California Independent System Operator, battery storage capacity in the state has increased by nearly 20 times since 2019—from 250 megawatts (MW) to 5,000 MW. Today’s fleet of storage resources can capture enough electricity to power up to 5 million California homes. compared to 2020.

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

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The California Air Resources Board’s latest state inventory of greenhouse gas emissions shows that California’s GHG emissions continue to decrease. These reductions have occurred while California’s economy has continued to grow. Compared to 2016, California’s GDP grew 3.6% Trends in California GHG Emissions.

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SOFC-maker Bloom Energy announces initial strategy for hydrogen market entry; partnership with SK

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Since 2002, Bloom has been awarded 19 patents for its solid oxide electrolyzer technology. This, combined with the rapidly reducing cost of bulk solar and wind intermittent power, could make the hydrogen generated with Bloom electrolyers reach the US Department of Energy’s goal of gasoline price parity faster than other technologies.

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ORNL assessment finds >65 GW of untapped hydropower in US rivers and streams

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The greatest hydropower potential was found in western US states, including Alaska, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. The highest potential was identified in the Pacific Northwest Region (32%), followed by the Missouri Region (15%) and the California Region (9%). GW; NHAAP, 2013).

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Plug-In Hybrids (or Plugin Hybrids)

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California Air Resources Board studies show that battery electric vehicles emit at least 67% lower greenhouse gases than gasoline cars -- even more assuming renewables. In some areas where wind and hydropower is wasted at night, the rate can be as low as 2-3 cents per kWh. Thats 20-25 cents a gallon. Why Pay More for a PHEV?

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

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How about a car-mounted wind-generator? Nickel-metal hydride batteries, proven for many years in hybrids to be safe, could go into PHEVs today -- they would be designed more like the ones Toyota put in its 2002 RAV4 EV compact all-electric SUV than like current hybrid batteries. Better yet, make a tax-deductible contribution.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

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It is aggressively in talks with Portland General Electric Plug-In Charging Stations , ( POR ) and other states including Michigan, and California that are scrambling to offer incentives. The Think City was short-lived in the States with production halting in 2002 after just 1005 cars had been assembled. safety requirements.