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EPRI-NRDC report finds widespread vehicle electrification and a cleaner grid could lead to substantial cuts in GHG by 2050

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Use of electric vehicles would achieve greater reductions in GHG emissions, corresponding to the rate that the electric grid becomes cleaner, through greater reliance on renewables and low- and non-emitting generation. This research points to the importance of two fundamental and parallel trends in energy and the environment.

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IndianOil and LanzaTech to construct first refinery Offgas-to-Bioethanol production facility

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Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IndianOil), India’s flagship national oil company and LanzaTech signed a Statement of Intent to construct the world’s first refinery offgas-to-bioethanol production facility in India. The basic engineering for the 40-million liter per year (10.6

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DENSO develops new 2500-bar diesel common rail system; reductions in fuel consumption and emissions

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Global automotive supplier DENSO Corporation has developed a new 2500-bar diesel common rail (DCR) fuel injection system; DENSO says this is the currently the world’s highest injection pressure for a diesel common rail fuel injection systems comprising injector, fuel pump and common rail. Components of the new 2500-bar DCR system.

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The environmental impact of electric cars

Drive Electric

This is cleaner and better for the environment than producing petrol and diesel. This will allow the grid to draw renewable energy from cars and vans which are plugged in, with their batteries replenished when energy is cleaner at off-peak times. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a big deal these days. Read case study.

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BP to sell Carson refinery and ARCO retail network in US Southwest to Tesoro for $2.5B

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BP has reached agreement to sell its Carson, California refinery and related logistics and marketing assets in the region to Tesoro Corporation for $2.5 BP will also retain ownership of the ampm convenience store brand and franchise it to Tesoro for use in the Southwest. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) billion.

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How Eco-Friendly Transportation Boosts Business Success

Clean Fleet Report

For example, shipping food to grocery stores costs money, making it more expensive depending on where and how it is delivered. Every step in the transportation process, from farm to store, costs money the consumer pays for. Your company can switch to a cleaner transportation policy with some strategic planning.

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3 Key Benefits of Installing EV Charging Stations for Businesses

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Even with sophisticated onboard entertainment systems and media streaming capabilities in some EVs, if you have an enticing business, shoppers are likely to get out of their cars and stroll around in your store while they wait for their vehicle to charge. Reach out to EV Connect today to see how we can help!