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Global wind energy capacity grew by 28.8% GW at the end of 2008, according to the Global Wind Energy Council. More than 27 GW of new wind power generation capacity came online in 2008, 36% more than in 2007. New US wind energy installations totalled 8,358 MW for a total installed capacity of 25,170 MW. billion (US$46.8

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A new study, led by a team from The Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) at the University of York, has found that in 2010, about 2.7 associated preterm births in 2010 for 183 countries. in 2010 using a low concentration cut-off of a) 4.3 In 2010, an estimated 14.9 The open-access study is published in the journal.

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JANUARY 21, 2010

Springtime ozone levels above western North America are rising primarily due to air flowing eastward from the Pacific Ocean, a trend that is largest when the air originates in Asia. In springtime, pollution from across the hemisphere, not nearby sources, contributes to the ozone increases above western North America. Click to enlarge.

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By 2040, hybrids are expected to account for about 35% of the global light-duty vehicle fleet, up from less than 1% in 2010. In 2010, about 75% of the world’s vehicles were in OECD countries. liters per 100 km) in 2010. Hybrids are expected to account for about half of global new-car sales by 2040. Source: ExxonMobil.

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As the world population increases by the estimated 30% from 2010 to 2040, ExxonMobil sees global GDP rising by about 140%, but energy demand by only about 35% due to greater efficiency. Click to enlarge. Outlook for Energy. The Outlook for Energy provides ExxonMobil’s long-term view of global energy demand and supply.

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AUGUST 17, 2011

In a 14 August SCTA (Southern California Timing Association)-sanctioned run at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, Lightning—the 2010 land speed record holder—achieved 206.079 mph, topping its 2010 speed of 176 mph. Using a Remy propulsion electric motor, Lightning Motorcycles, LLC.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2010

” also sees steady adoption of on-shore wind and electric vehicle technologies, but suggests that off-shore wind and carbon capture and sequestration look likely to fade or decline. For some alternative-energy industries—CCS and off shore wind, for example—real competitiveness is still a distant probability.

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in 2010 to 21% by 2030, according to a report released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). This would require the deployment of 30 gigawatts (GW) of wind and 20 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation, which could account for a combined 26% of total power generation in 2030. GW) and biomass 2.5% (4 GW).

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—Jesse Jenkins, Princeton University When I entered the field, commercial wind was starting to scale up and the questions were about engineering feasibility. What was the maximum share of wind that we could have in the system without blowing it up—5 percent or 20 percent or 30 percent? What about the pitfalls with energy modeling?

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MAY 12, 2011

35% of the executives surveyed said their company would increase R&D investment in alternative energy projects in 2011, up considerably from 15% in KPMG’s 2010 survey. Previously, the executives have pointed to wind and solar as the main investment choices, but this year we have seen a shift. Alternative energy sources.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

has begun sales of the all-new CR-Z (“Compact Renaissance Zero”) hybrid ( earlier post ) in Japan on Friday, February 26, 2010. The CR-Z represents the sixth unique version of Honda’s original IMA technology since the launch of the 2000 Insight, the first hybrid vehicle available in North America in December 1999. Honda Motor Co.,

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In addition, JuiceNet Enterprise enables EV drivers and building managers to optimize renewable energy use by aligning their charging when solar and wind generation are most abundant on the grid. Chanje is the first company in North America to be able to deliver large-scale fleets of commercial electric trucks.

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We must ensure America’s entrepreneurs and manufacturers continue to have access to these critical materials so we can compete in the global energy economy. First established in 2010, the Hubs are major integrated research centers, with researchers from many different institutions and technical backgrounds.

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JANUARY 25, 2012

Subsequent to the SOTU address, the White House issued a “ Blueprint for an America Built to Last ” as an outline of the points the President made in his speech. According to the recently release Annual Energy Outlook 2012 by the US Energy Information Administration, in 2010 US electricity generation was 70% fossil fuels, 20%.

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OCTOBER 30, 2013

This will bring the region in sync with the recent recoveries in North America and Eastern Europe and the continued growth in developing Asia-Pacific and South America, according to the consultancy. Global automotive industry regional highlights include: North America. South America. million units. million units in 2019.

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AUGUST 13, 2011

Also, Molycorp and Hitachi Metals are suspending discussions for now on their December 2010 letter of intent to create a joint venture in the US to manufacture neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB) alloy and permanent magnets made from the alloy. Earlier post.)

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JUNE 13, 2012

seen in 2010, according to the newly released BP Statistical Review of World Energy, 2012. Brent oil prices were on average 40% higher than 2010 and exceeded $100 a barrel for the first time ever; at $111.26/bbl, Coal’s market share of 30.3% was the highest since 1969. Source: BP. Click to enlarge.

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The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssit ( earlier post ) will be the first model of the new 2013 Malibu lineup to reach dealer showrooms in North America, starting in the first quarter of 2012. It is rated at an estimated 182 horsepower (134 kW) and is a variant of the same engine recognized as one of Ward’s Ten Best Engines in 2010.

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OCTOBER 13, 2009

This will allow the two companies to pursue future utility-scale power generation projects in North America. This 150 kW PowerBuoy is being fabricated in Scotland and will be deployed in 2010 at the European Marine Energy Centre in Orkney Isles, Scotland. and Japan Wind Development Co. PB150 PowerBuoy, dimensions show in feet.

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APRIL 27, 2009

General Motors presented an updated Viability Plan that accelerates and deepens the cuts in US brands and nameplates, dealers, manufacturing operations and employees intended to enable GM North America to breakeven (on an adjusted EBIT basis) at a US total industry sales volume of approximately 10 million vehicles. billion in 2008 to $23.2

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JULY 9, 2009

The pilot testing was conducted in three subdivisions that have significantly different geographical characteristics including mountainous regions in British Columbia, the Saskatchewan prairies and undulating, winding track in Northern Ontario. More than 500 train starts and 50,000 revenue miles were accumulated during the test.

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DECEMBER 2, 2010

But the details of this transport, such as that of the lead particles’ 7,000-mile journey from the smokestacks of China to the west coast of North America, are largely unknown. Depaolo (2010) Pb Isotopes as an Indicator of the Asian Contribution to Particulate Air Pollution in Urban California. —John Christensen. Stephanie A.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2009

2010, when both companies will begin tracking their commitment. FPL Group’s principal subsidiaries are NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, the largest generator in North America of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and Florida Power & Light Company, which serves 4.5 The initiative will begin 1 Jan. FPL Group, Inc.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2009

Elements of the new plan include: GM will sell or phase out the Hummer brand by 31 March, with a final resolution no later than 2010. GM has developed a specific proposal that would have the effect of capping its financial support, with Saab’s operations effectively becoming an independent business entity 1 Jan 2010.

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MARCH 27, 2015

DTNA’s SuperTruck was unveiled at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show. DTNA unveiled its SuperTruck at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in the Freightliner Trucks booth. —Derek Rotz, principal investigator for SuperTruck, Daimler Trucks North America. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) Powertrain.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

America is in a world race to produce cost-competitive renewable energy that can reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, create manufacturing jobs across the nation, and improve our energy security. The companies were not identified in the report, but the GAO has since acknowledged that Solyndra was one of them.

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The study, led by assistant professor Adam Liska, was funded through a three-year, $500,000-grant from the US Department of Energy, and used carbon dioxide measurements taken from 2001 to 2010 to validate a soil carbon model that was built using data from 36 field studies across North America, Europe, Africa and Asia. Changes in SOC.

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2010, to above 140 $/bbl in constant 2010 dollars). Recent examples such as wind power installation growth (rapidly declining cost leading to a decade of growth rates of 50% per year) or shifts in natural gas production and consumption in North America show the possibilities for rapid shifts in purchases and investment.

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DECEMBER 20, 2009

V6 EcoBoost engine in the 2010 MY Ford Taurus SHO and Flex as well as the Lincoln MKS luxury sedan. I4 engine in two power levels for worldwide vehicle programs (currently announced as SUVs and crossovers in North America, larger Ford vehicles in Europe, and on the Ford Falcon in Australia) before a further migration into a small 1.6L

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OCTOBER 30, 2009

The joint venture will be operated through two companies, one based in North America (SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers LLC), and the other in Germany (SGL Automotive Fibers GmbH & Co KG). Construction of the production facilities will begin in 2010. Production is expected to start in the first half of the next decade.

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The current drought started in 2010, and it’s still in play. On the desalination front, Netherlands-based Salttech has developed breakthrough technology called Salttech DyVaR, for which STW has the exclusive license in North America. Stanley Weiner: The situation can only be described as extremely urgent.

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APRIL 10, 2010

The legislation would also provide new incentives for domestic oil and gas drilling, nuclear power plant construction, carbon capture and storage, and renewable energy sources like wind and solar. To ensure the program is founded on sound emissions data, mandatory emissions monitoring will commence in January 2010. Overview of WCI.

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Tesla Roadster Drives Coast to Coast in 15 Days Electric Auto Association Chapters and Tesla Owners Group Unite to Provide Cross Country Support for Renew America Roadtrip by Stan Hanel (LVEVA), assisted by J. The EVADC chapter became the lead sponsor of an EVducational Tour, called the "Spirit of DC" PHEV All Around America.

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Electric Cars and The Volt Can Transform America and the Auto Industry TODAY!!! Also, how do they plan to meet the 2010 deadline if the plant they wanted to build is being delayed for even a ground breaking? In addition, I am finalizing the manuscript for Build Your Own Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle. What Could They Do?

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APRIL 16, 2009

Solar, Wind and Biofuels Grew 53 Percent in 2008 Green Education = Environmental Religion? The Appraisal 2010 Prius Delivers Record Mileage and Accelerates. Smart Grid City will easily support up to 1,000 easily dispatched distributed generation technologies including PHEVs, distributed batteries, solar and wind. SZ (1) 6753.T

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APRIL 28, 2009

Coming to public in 12 Nissans first electric car is to go into corporate and government fleets beginning in late 2010. It would then be offered for public use in 2012, said Brian Carolin, senior vice president for sales and marketing at Nissan North America Inc. Source: Nissan North America Inc. 16,000 miles.

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APRIL 16, 2009

According to Nissan, the company plans to introduce its upcoming electric car in Oregon in late 2010. Wind, hydro, DC transmission lines, and smart grid electronics are also Portland strengths. Range is another issue if electric cars are expected to be adopted by the average American and not just used as city cars. — Larry 4.

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