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EIA: California home to almost half of US plug-in electric vehicles

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Total US sales of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs)—battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric—have increased in recent years, but still represent only about 0.7% of new vehicle sales in 2014 so far, up from 0.6% in 2013 and 0.4% Several states offer tax incentives to reduce the upfront cost of PEVs to consumers.

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Fuji Electric releases newly designed DC Quick Charging Station

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The integration of ChargePoint in the DC Quick Charger offers users the convenience of locating and reserving available stations via ChargePoint mobile phone applications for iPhone and Android, while easily managing the cost of charging. The new model will be available for sale in North America in February 2013.

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Senate version of “Fiscal Cliff” legislation includes 12 energy tax extenders; boost for algae

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The Sections are: Credit for energy-efficient existing homes is extended to 31 December 2013. Credit for alternative fuel vehicle refueling property is extended to 31 December 2013. Incentives for biodiesel and renewable diesel are extended to 31 December 2013. Credits for energy-efficient appliances are extended into 2013.

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Nissan outlines EV expansion plans for Europe

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Today the Nissan LEAF is on sale in 14 markets across Europe, with a total of 110 dealers. By the end of March 2013, Nissan will have more than 1000 dealers actively marketing the Nissan LEAF. By 2013, the Nissan LEAF will be available for sale in 24 European markets. 30 Minute Quick Charger Cost Reduction and Deployment.

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Pike Research forecasts global stop-start vehicle sales to reach 37M units annually by 2020; 16:1 ratio over HEVs

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That gap will widen to a 16 to 1 ratio by 2017 because of the lower cost of SSVs compared to HEVs, Pike projects. In Europe, more than two dozen SSV models were available as of early 2011, while in the United States, only three SSV models are for sale. million SSV units sold in 2013.

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Rentech receives term sheet for loan guarantee from DOE for recently-acquired advanced-stage renewable power project in Florida

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Most of the project’s power output has been contracted for sale to Progress Energy Florida under a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), with a small fraction available for sale on a merchant basis. Joe Project is expected to begin in August 2011, with the facility anticipated to be in service in 2013. The Port St.

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ICCT report highlights importance of California ZEV mandate for EV policies worldwide, recommends steps forward

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It highlights the declining cost of EV technologies but also persistent market uncertainties. The ZEV mandate requires that large volume manufacturers produce and offer for sale in California a specified number of ZEVs. Costs of transitioning to a self-sustaining market.