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EU funding 4,200 EV charging points and 48 hydrogen refuelling stations

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In order to help deliver an environmentally sustainable transport network that contributes to the ambitious objectives laid out in the EU Green Deal, the European Union will support 42 projects with more than EUR 424 million of funding for the roll-out of alternative fuels supply infrastructure.

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There Are Over 500.000 EV Charging Points in Europe

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According to the European Alternative Fuels Observatory (EAFO), a total of 500,000 EV charging points have been installed within the EU.

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ACEA report finds growth of charging points not keeping pace with rising demand for electric vehicles in Europe

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A new report by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) shows that despite strong growth, the available charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the EU still falls far below what is needed, and remains unevenly distributed across member states. —ACEA Director General, Eric-Mark Huitema.

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How to Improve Charging in Buildings

EV Obssesion

Originally published by Transport & Environment By Comms Assistant The vast majority of the electric car charging is private charging at home or work (90% according to the European Commission) and is not covered by the recently proposed Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR), which only covers public charging.

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ALBERO project seeks to enable safe transport for EVs and more on ro-ro ferries

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Electric vehicles are booming, with more than a million on German roads as of this year. This, in turn, means that an increasing number of alternative-fueled vehicles are transported on roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) ferries. An increasing number of alternative-fueled vehicles are transported via ferries.

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How Long Does an Electric Car Battery Last?

EV Connect

As electric cars and other electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular, many consumers hoping to make the switch want to know: How long does an EV battery last? A lithium-ion battery’s high energy density means it produces more power for its size, making it ideal for an electric car. How Do EV Batteries Degrade?

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Pennsylvania DEP awards more than $4.4M in alternative fuels grants to 12 projects; bulk for natural gas

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million in Alternative Fuels Incentive Grants to 12 projects across the state. The bulk of the funding is flowing to natural gas projects, with additional funding for electric vehicle infrastructure and a biodiesel project. The locations of the charging stations are being negotiated. The projects are: Natural Gas.