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The BMW Group and Solid Power partner to drive solid-state battery adoption in EVs

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In September 2017, A123 Systems announced its investment in Solid Power as part of A123’s plan to couple strategic technology investments to its own substantial R&D efforts in order to develop a world-class portfolio of battery technology. The battery developer recently moved into a state-of-the-art facility in Louisville, Colorado.

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Ford to import next-gen Ford Focus for N. America from China; production starting 2H 2019

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Ford also announced a $900-million investment in Kentucky Truck Plant for plant upgrades to build the all-new Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator, which begin arriving in dealerships this fall. The $900-million investment secures 1,000 jobs for hourly workers at the Louisville plant. Ford is a top auto exporter in the US.

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UPS to purchase 10 million gallon equivalents a year of renewable natural gas from Big Ox Energy; largest RNG commitment to date

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Natural gas is a proven alternative fuel to gasoline and diesel and is a key building block for our goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our ground fleet. Louisville, Ky.; The company is on track to use 14 million gallons of RNG in 2017. —Mike Casteel, UPS director of fleet procurement. New Stanton, Pa.; Roanoke, Va.;

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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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Louisville Gas & Electric and Kentucky Utilities. Alone, the federal government plans to purchase more than 500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) or EVs in fiscal year 2017. The Standard for High Performance Green Buildings will consider a revision to encourage EV-ready building practices. Georgia Power.

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