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Junkyard Find: 1982 Peugeot 505S Turbodiesel

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The 504 stayed in production quite deep into the 21st century ( in Nigeria ), and the 505 was its ordained successor. The 504 was available only with naturally-aspirated diesel power that year, while the 604 could be purchased only with turbocharged diesel power.

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Peugeot returns to the pick-up market in Africa; 2.5L diesel

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It is available in 4x4 and 4x2 versions. The 4x4 version is engaged using a special lever to transmit some of the power to the front drivetrain. The new Peugeot Pick Up has a drivetrain adapted to the needs of the core market. Its longitudinal 2.5-liter

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Lifecycle study finds LNG can reduce shipping GHG emissions by up to 21%

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And it is clear that LNG is the most environmentally-friendly marine fuel that is readily available and safe, both today and in the foreseeable future. The report analyzes several LNG pathways, including LNG from Algeria, Australia, Qatar, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, Norway, Trinidad & Tobago and the USA.

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GE to expand sodium-halide battery plant with $70M investment

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Megatron Federal, an engineering company with products and services in power generation, transmission, distribution, construction and telecommunications based in Johannesburg, South Africa, has signed a purchase agreement for 6,000 batteries, which will be delivered in 2013.

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POET Targets Water Use of 2.33 Gallons per Gallon of Ethanol in Five Years; 22% Reduction

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A portion of the funds will help GHM repair, construct and maintain 90 wells in Nigeria that will give more than 300,000 people access to pure water. Additionally, POET is looking to make its new Total Water Recovery process available to other ethanol producers. POET will also look at water use beyond the company’s facilities.

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Castor Bean Genome Published

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The availability of the castor bean genome will encourage more research into the positive aspects of this oilseed crop as a potential biofuel.”. The availability of the castor bean genome also has important biodefense implications since the plant produces the powerful toxin, ricin. Jatropha is also an oilseed crop. Chan, Ph.D.,

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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With the introduction of the Clean Car Discount in 2022, the skyrocketing prices of petrol and diesel across the country and the increasing number of electric vehicles available in New Zealand, we are seeing more EVs on our roads than ever before. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. THE BOTTOM LINE.