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BNEF: global investment in energy transition hit $500B in 2020; $139B on EVs and infrastructure

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Domestic installation of energy-efficient heat pumps came to $50.8 Falling capital costs enabled record volumes of both solar (132GW) and wind (73GW) to be installed on the basis of the modest increase in dollar investment. Other areas of energy transition investment also showed strength. billion, Vietnam 89% higher at $7.4

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Utility solar dethrones coal as the cheapest power source in Asia

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With a forecasted 30% cost reduction by 2030 as cheaper Chinese turbines gain market share, Australia and Southeast Asia stand to benefit from low-cost wind power equipment imports. They have hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone.

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Teco to begin producing E-Bus hub motors in April, May

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Taiwan’s Teco Group will start producing the first batch of in-wheel (hub) electric motors in April or May, according. The hub motors will be installed in electric buses in Japan, with each vehicle using eight such propulsion devices. who will soon unveil such product in partnerships with Chinese companies.

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China’s military and government acquire Nvidia chips despite US ban – ET Auto

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Chinese military bodies, state-run artificial intelligence research institutes and universities have over the past year purchased small batches of Nvidia semiconductors banned by the U.S. Chinese vendors have previously said they snatch up excess stock that finds its way to the market after Nvidia ships large quantities to big U.S.

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Intel challenges Nvidia, Qualcomm with ‘AI PC’ chips for cars – ET Auto

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Chinese automaker Zeekr will be the first automaker to use Intel’s AI system on a chip to create “an enhanced living room experience” in vehicles, including AI voice assistants and video conferencing, Intel’s automotive business chief Jack Weast said ahead of the CES technology show in Las Vegas.

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IHS forecasts 11% rise in China automotive semiconductor market in 2014 due to safety and navigation features

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The fast-growing semiconductor market for China’s automotive industry is set for double-digit expansion in revenue this year, propelled by an increasing desire among Chinese car buyers for added vehicle safety features and helpful infotainment applications such as car navigation, according to a new report from IHS Technology (NYSE: IHS).

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Economics Drives Ray-Gun Resurgence

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Robert Afzal, Lockheed Martin By 2014, fiber lasers had reached the point where they could be considered for weapons, and one 30-kW model was installed on the USS Ponce , where it demonstrated the ability to shoot down speedboats and small drones at relatively close range. “With lasers, if you can see it, you can kill it.” www.youtube.com.

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