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United Airlines invests $30M in Fulcrum BioEnergy; renewable jet fuel offtake agreement, potential joint development of production

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the developer of a process for converting municipal solid waste into low-cost sustainable aviation biofuel. The investment is so far the largest single investment by a US airline in alternative fuels. Fulcrum expects its first alternative fuels plant to begin commercial operation in 2017.

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California’s newly ZEV rule introduces the BEVx; ARB staff expects these vehicles to play a longer-term role than plug-in hybrids

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These vehicles would be particularly well suited to use of low upstream GHG fuels that might be more expensive, since the predominant operating cost would be offset by relatively low-cost electricity. For the 2012 through 2017 model years, BEVxs will be referred to as Type I.5x conventional vehicles.

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MIT/RAND Study Concludes Three Types of Alternative Jet Fuel May Be Available in Commercial Quantities Over the Next Decade

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The prospects for FT jet fuels depend crucially on construction of a few pioneer commercial plants in the next few years. Other key findings from the report include: Alternative-fuel production benefits commercial aviation regardless of its use in aviation. million bpd. billion and $8.3 billion, according to the report.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure. The DOT is now soliciting nominations from State and local officials to assist in making designations for alternative fuel corridors. Municipal fleet electrification.

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Delphi Highlighting New Components and Systems for Improving Fuel Consumption in Spark Ignition Engines

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Delphi is highlighting new developments in the area of fuel injection systems, ignition, valve train and ancillary systems for improving fuel consumption and lowering CO 2 emissions from spark ignition engines without what it calls the cost and risk of different technologies. New Multi-Charge Ignition optimized for GDi.

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Road Test: 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage SE Hatchback

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The 40+ MPG Low-Cost Transportation King. The right reasons to own a 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage, either the hatchback or sedan, are very clear: economical, reliable transportation with a low entry cost to ownership. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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First Drive: 2017 Tesla Model X P100D ; Tesla Continues to Get Mixed Marks ; Flash Drive: Tesla Model 3. The Leaf has increased its range, looks and functionality since its introduction and remains a key affordable EV choice while used Leafs offer a low-cost EV alternative. Autopilot remains somewhat controversial.