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Norwegian Electric Systems to provide hybrid electric systems for three new ferries; Odin’s Eye DC grid system

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The first ferry is schedueled for delivery in May 2018. Diesel engines, capable of pure biodiesel operation, will be installed as well, enabling hybrid and plug-in hybrid operation. Norwegian Electric Systems’ main DC system ensures the safe charging and discharging of the batteries. Norwegian Electric DC switchboards.

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Electrify America has opened more than 500 EV charging stations to public; more than 2,200 ultra-fast chargers

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Electrify America has opened more than 500 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the US, with more than 2,200 individual DC fast chargers. Since opening its first site in May 2018, Electrify America has set a rapid pace for its network expansion, opening an average of nearly four stations per week.

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Honda to unveil wireless V2G system at CES; leveraging WiTricity DRIVE 11 system

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At CES 2019 in January, Honda will debut its Wireless Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) system, co-developed with WiTricity—a bi-directional energy management system that has the potential to reduce CO 2 and create new value for customers. kW, or 11 kW levels, and is capable of on-ground and in-ground installation. Tachikawa et al.

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ABB partners with Vigor selects ABB as propulsion and energy storage partner for hybrid-electric ferries

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Leveraging ABB’s Onboard DC Grid power distribution system and proven drive technology, the new ferry design will optimize energy use, whether drawing on main engine power, battery power or a combination of the two. Also, a DC- and power-electronics-based power system provides a solid platform for digital solutions onboard a vessel.

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Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

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Arcadia’s technology matches home energy consumption with renewable energy sources from a variety of US wind and solar projects using renewable energy certificates, all without any installation or disruptions to their utility service.

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Volkswagen outlines coming changes to charging for its EVs

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By 2025, the Volkswagen Group will also install around 18,000 fast charging stations in Europe together with powerful partners. A special DC BiDi wallbox will be used for the power transfer and communication. The goal here is to additionally generate and feed into the grid the amount of green electricity that the vehicles of the ID.

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California ARB receives VW’s 1st $200M, 30-month ZEV investment plan

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In addition, other use cases/technologies are also under consideration including destination charging at California state parks to increase access to L2s, and, for higher power DC charging applications, targeted battery storage to manage peak demand, ease grid loads, etc. Green City.