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“Energiewende” in a tank; Audi e-fuels targeting carbon-neutral driving with synthetic fuels from renewables, H2O and CO2; Swiss policy test case

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solar and wind), water and CO 2 to produce liquid or gaseous fuels with a very low carbon intensity. to the realization of the renewable energy + water + CO 2 formula. At this facility, the engineered microorganisms use water (brackish, salt or wastewater), sunlight and carbon dioxide to produce the fuels. Earlier post.)

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Volvo Hybrid Bus In Field Test in Göteborg

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kWh Li-ion battery pack is roof-mounted and water-cooled. We reduce energy consumption per passenger by 50-75%, compared with using an automobile. The company has already received its first orders for the bus, including customers in Luxemburg and Switzerland. Earlier post.).

Volvo 170
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IBM releases fifth annual Next Five in Five list of near-term significant innovations; personalized routing for commuting/transportation makes the cut

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In the Chinese province of Liaoning, officials are challenged by a rapid growth of automobile use and mixed road use that includes pedestrian and bicycle traffic alongside cars. By having water flow so close to each chip, heat can be removed more efficiently.

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Big Science tools for clean transportation: neutron scattering at ORNL

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Å, 152 – 1515 m/s) neutrons are preferred due to their favorable detection reactions and due to their very useful contrast behavior, note the scientists at the Paul Scherrer Institute in Switzerland. The adsorbed water allows detection by neutrons. For neutron imaging, thermal (12 meV - 100 meV; 2.6 - 0.9 meV - 12 meV; 26.1 – 2.6

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Provide clear goals, committee independence About Sterling: Sterling drives a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor AWD FSD and is an electric automobile enthusiast while employed as a vetting specialist for ConocoPhillips. What type of leadership makes you thrive? Frederick (Rick) W. How will you add value to the EAA Board?

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Provide clear goals, committee independence About Sterling: Sterling drives a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor AWD FSD and is an electric automobile enthusiast while employed as a vetting specialist for ConocoPhillips. What type of leadership makes you thrive? Frederick (Rick) W. How will you add value to the EAA Board?