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SolarEdge, Kokam open 2GWh cell plant in South Korea

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The SolarEdge DC optimized inverter seeks to maximize power generation while lowering the cost of energy produced by the PV system. SolarEdge was established in 2006; it acquired Kokam, a provider of Lithium-ion battery cells, batteries and energy storage solutions, in 2018. —Zvi Lando, Chief Executive Officer of SolarEdge.

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Honda Recalls 2006-2007 Civic Hybrids To Replace DC-DC Converter

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Honda said yesterday it would recall 36,700 of its 2006 and 2007 Civic Hybrid models to replace a key component of the Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system. The part to be replaced is the DC-to-DC converter, which adjusts the voltage of power moved among different components of the hybrid system.

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Honda adding 120 EV chargers to Torrance Campus; 50kW DC fast charger adjacent to campus

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To support the local community in conjunction with the project, Honda is installing a publicly-accessible DC fast charger on Harpers Way, adjacent to its campus, which will enable Torrance residents to rapidly refuel EVs equipped with DC charging capabilities.

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Utah Transits Authority adding 5 battery-electric New Flyer buses to fleet

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DC power is converted to AC power and is supplied to each of these major systems separately. The bus also as a converter to supply 24-volt DC power for power steering, interior fans, lights, and other accessories. Vanner provides the DC/DC converter. Altoona test report , New Flyer XE40.

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Aura to introduce 10 kW hybrid APU

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In 2006, Aura introduced a 5 kW hybrid APU for long-haul trucks. When the batteries are discharged to a pre-determined level, the internal combustion engine will automatically turn on and the AuraGen seamlessly continue to provide the AC power to support the load and simultaneously provide the DC power required to recharge the batteries.

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EPA Proposes Transport Rule to Cut Pollution from Power Plants in 31 States and DC; New Approach for Pollution Reduction

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standards established in 2006 and the 1997 annual PM 2.5 The proposal would replace and improve upon the 2005 Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR), which the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit ordered EPA to revise in 2008. EPA will take public comment on the proposal for 60 days after the rule is published in the Federal Register.

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Satellite study suggests California clean air regulations working to reduce PM2.5 emissions in state

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Satellite data was able to identify locations that could be directly linked to programs that reduced measured pollutants: Coastal Cities: Concentrations of sulfates in coastal cities decreased significantly, the result of CARB’s 2006 ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel standard, 2007 Drayage Truck Rule, and 2008 Ocean-Going Vessel Fuel Regulation.