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Ukraine Scrubbing Nuclear Agencies of Russian Influence

Cars That Think

Also of short-term concern is that Ukraine still relies heavily on Russian suppliers of nuclear fuel, waste handling, and parts. The silence and inaction of the international nuclear community paves the way to World War III, to a global nuclear disaster, and the collapse of energy systems.” Derkach was sanctioned by the U.S.

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What Part Do EVs Play in the Federal Net-Zero Emissions Target?

Clean Fleet Report

Eliminating emissions problems means finding renewable energy solutions with a minimal carbon footprint. While it may seem a long time away, the world needs these three decades to improve its renewable energy technology to serve 8 billion plus people. The post What Part Do EVs Play in the Federal Net-Zero Emissions Target?

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How Russia Sent Ukraine Racing Into the “Energy Eurozone”

Cars That Think

Just a few hours before massed Russian troops and missiles surged over borders with deadly force last month, Ukraine’s grid operator opened a series of high-voltage breakers, disconnecting the nation’s grid from those of Belarus, Russia and the rest of the giant UPS/IPS synchronous AC power zone controlled from Moscow.

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European consortium investigating graphene-based materials for lightweight cars; energy-efficient and safe vehicles

Green Car Congress

As part of the work, a novel graphene-based polymer material will be investigated, modeled, and designed to enhance both vehicle and occupant safety while remaining very light. The development and manufacture of environmentally-friendly, energy-efficient, and safe vehicles (EESVs) is a great solution to these challenges.

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