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Rolls-Royce successfully tests mtu 250 kW fuel cell demo system for blackout case and peak power

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—Dr Philippe Gorse, responsible for the development of the mtu fuel cell system at the business unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce The interaction of fuel cell modules, batteries and power grid was the focus of the tests to demonstrate the ability of an uninterruptible power supply for data centers.

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BMW plant brings electrically heated ring hearth furnace into operation

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at the BMW Group site in Dingolfing is operating an electrically heated ring hearth furnace. Compared with its conventional gas-powered equivalent, the latest electric furnace currently saves some 300 tonnes of CO 2 a year. For the future, we are looking into converting the remaining hardening furnaces to electricity as well.

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CESifo: EVs not the best option for reduction in on-road CO2 in Germany given power mix

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According to a new study published by the ifo Institue Center for Economic Studies (CESifo) in Germany, EVs will barely help cut CO 2 emissions in the country over the coming years, as the introduction of electric vehicles does not necessarily lead to a reduction in CO 2 emissions from road traffic given the current power generation mix.

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Volkswagen Group continues switch to low-emission logistics with order for four more LNG ships

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The further decarbonization of shipping will result in substantial CO 2 reductions, with the use of liquid natural gas enabling Volkswagen to cut the ships’ CO 2 emissions by up to 25% percent (tank-to-wake). The Volkswagen Group has therefore committed to e-mobility as well as to the sustainable production and use of new electric vehicles.

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Bremer StraĂźenbahnen accepts five Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses, orders 15 more, plus 24 Citaro G

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Now five fully electric-powered eCitaro buses are following. Using solid-state batteries, the buses have a battery capacity of 441 kWh. BSAG wants to achieve 50% climate-neutral operations by 2025. The electricity used is already coming from hydroelectric and wind power. BSAG also ordered 24 Citaro G hybrid buses.

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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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Hydrogen is a versatile energy source that has a key role to play in the energy transition process and therefore in climate protection. The pressure plate forms a gas-tight and water-tight seal around the stack housing. After all, it is one of the most efficient ways of storing and transporting renewable energies.

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DHL to roll out 63 Workhorse electric delivery vans in US; first 30 in SF Bay area

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DHL will roll out a new fleet of 63 electric delivery vans that will serve US markets. The fleet of 63 NGEN-1000 electric delivery cargo vans are produced by equipment manufacturer Workhorse Group. 100 miles all-electric range. DHL will roll out the first 30 NGEN-1000 electric delivery cargo vans in the San Francisco Bay Area.