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Google and IEEE launch $1M challenge for downsized inverters

Green Car Congress

Google and the IEEE have launched the Littlebox Challenge—an open competition to design and build a small kW-scale inverter with the highest power density (of at least 50 W/in 3 , or 3.05 Google and IEEE are emphasizing size reduction in their challenge, without targeting a specific application area such as automotive.

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We Need to Decarbonize Software

Cars That Think

Companies like Salesforce have launched their own software sustainability initiatives , while the Green Software Foundation now comprises 64 member organizations, including tech giants Google , Intel , and Microsoft. What Is Green Software Engineering? The path to green software began more than 10 years ago.

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Nissan introduces updated 2013 LEAF; US assembly in Smyrna

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2013 Nissan LEAF. Following on the November 2012 introduction of the updated LEAF in Japan ( earlier post ), Nissan has introduced the updated 2013 LEAF to the US, as well as begun its assembly in the US at the Smyrna, Tenn. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Solar-powered off-grid EV charging stations offer surprisingly attractive cost advantages

Charged EVs

By cutting red tape and avoiding costs for construction and electrical work, combined with free solar energy, Beam Global says its EV ARC systems can offer customers a lower total cost of ownership compared to grid-tied charging stations. This may well be the case with the EV ARC, a solar-powered off-grid charging station made by Beam Global.

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Daimler opens new MB R&D center in Beijing, presents G-Code hydrogen-electric plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive concept

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In addition to regeneration and plug-in battery technology, the “multi-voltaic silver” paint finish acts like a giant solar cell with excellent efficiency. Mercedes-Benz is the 1st automotive OEM that has teamed up with Baidu, the Chinese Google equivalent, to bring “Streetview” features into its Chinese vehicles. Mercedes-Benz G-Code.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

nk City, and 2013 Tesla Model S. Marc is an advocate for clean energy, drives a Tesla Model S 100D, has solar panels and two Tesla Power Walls. Alan Morgan Current Profession: Director of Business and Market Development (Solar) How will you add value to the EAA Board? Experience in business & market development.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

nk City, and 2013 Tesla Model S. Marc is an advocate for clean energy, drives a Tesla Model S 100D, has solar panels and two Tesla Power Walls. Alan Morgan Current Profession: Director of Business and Market Development (Solar) How will you add value to the EAA Board? Experience in business & market development.