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LSBU researchers investigating metal hydride hydrogen storage for buses

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On demand, the hydrogen is released from the hydride (endothermic reaction), utilizing the waste heat of the fuel cell. Thermal management for charging and releasing hydrogen from the storage system needs to be optimized to increase overall efficiency. From Adelhelm & Jongh (2011).

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ARPA-E awarding $39M to 16 projects to grow the domestic critical minerals supply chain

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E) will award $39 million in funding to 16 projects across 12 states to develop market-ready technologies that will increase domestic supplies of critical elements required for the clean energy transition. Olivine is a CO 2 -reactive waste product that can be returned as tailings after capture carbon from the air.

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Altilium partners with Nissan on EV battery recycling project – Charged EVs

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A further sign of Nissan’s commitment to electrification is a new joint project with Altilium , a UK-based clean technology group, which is aimed at improving the sustainability of UK-made EV batteries by recycling used batteries and reducing reliance on imported raw materials.

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How to choose solar EV charger?

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I’m sure many car owners have problems charging their EVs, so it’s cool to be able to charge them at home with free and clean solar energy. Solar EV chargers are devices that can charge electric vehicles using solar energy. When you reconnect your vehicle, it can charge off the power stored throughout the day.

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How To Successfully Manage Business Vehicle Expenses

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If you buy vehicles that will add no purpose or lack functionality, such as vans that are too small to move products, then you will have wasted your money. Cleaning your fleet has a lot of positives Keeping Your Fleet Clean It is important for the curb appeal of your business to keep your vehicles as clean as possible.

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Feature: Going Green on Car Care, Repair and Insurance

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If you’re working on increasing fuel efficiency or you already have an alternative fuel vehicle, you can lessen your carbon footprint by taking advantage of green car care, repair and insurance. They also provide their employees with places to charge their electric vehicles. Hybrid Cars.

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Peugeot E-Expert walk around and first drive

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The charging flap is located here at the front left of the vehicle, this opens which opens like so to reveal your Type 2 and your CCS connector. The CCS connector is your public rapid charge port. There’s a further little cubby hole here as well and some storage perhaps for your phone once it’s plugged in charging.