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To Store or Not to Store: That is the Question

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With the world’s growing population and the political, environmental and economic pressures in place to reduce the reliance on fossil fuels, alternative energy has become this flexible energy means. For example, in June, California experienced an 1800MW drop in electricity production in one hour due to wind fluctuations.

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Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy and EV Modern Life

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Battery technology currently requires lithium and other rare earth metals, which must be mined. Since most of America’s electricity still comes from fossil fuels, electric vehicles charged by that source of energy indirectly generate greenhouse gasses. Wind and solar farms are alternatives to fossil fuel-fired power plants.

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ABB introduces Dynafin propulsion system to increase ship efficiency; mimicking movements of whale tail

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As part of an electric propulsion power system, the concept is also fully compatible with zero-emission battery and fuel cell technologies. By reducing vibrations and noise levels, the system improves passenger and crew comfort.

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Can Alt-Fuel Credits Accelerate EV Adoption?

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In one way, the program in question—the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS)—is a relic from a bygone era. lawmakers established the RFS in 2005 and expanded it in 2007, well before solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicles became the stalwarts of decarbonization they are today. And although the plan seeks to reduce U.S.

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