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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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But the success of this huge effort is seriously threatened by the delayed installation of charging infrastructure in the EU. Otherwise, even the current reduction targets in fighting climate change are at risk. In addition to public charging infrastructure, we also need to put a stronger focus on workplace and home charging.

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UK TSB Awards 7M for Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technology Demonstrator Projects

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The capital funding provided by the program, devised by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) and the Technology Strategy Board, will be used to accelerate the demonstration of products for both the stationary power and transport markets. Fuel Cell London Taxi Demonstrator Programme. Total cost/ TSB Funds.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

Baua Electric

As the second-most populous country in the world and one of the largest consumers of fossil fuels, India is making significant strides in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to combat climate change and reduce air pollution. Various public and private entities are also investing in the installation of charging stations.

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DOE to issue $35M funding opportunity for hydrogen and fuel cell technology; Class 1-2 fuel cell plug-in hybrids

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Fiber-reinforced composite pipes may be a viable option to reduce the cost and complexity of hydrogen pipeline installation. The current method of joining composite pipes uses compression fittings that are prone to failure under the high delivery pressure needed for the hydrogen fueling infrastructure.

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Manhattan Beach, The South Bay’s Greenest City

Creative Greenius

Change is but mere weeks away. It’s all coming eight years later than it should, but the Climate Change Calvary has now arrived and they’re riding hard and fast. The new city taxi franchise agreement calls for alternative fuel or high mileage vehicles to replace 25% of the fleet.

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California utilities submit projects to CPUC to expand EV infrastructure, adoption and awareness

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PG&E ’s proposal is aimed at accelerating widespread EV adoption and combatting climate change by reducing greenhouse-gas emissions related to transportation. In prior years, this type of infrastructure has been slow to develop due to the high costs and complexity of installations.

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UK TSB Awards £25M to Eight Low-Carbon Vehicle Demonstration Projects; Focus On Electric Vehicles

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The project will include 15 Nissan cars, 10 Smith electric taxis, five Smith people carriers, a Smith executive minibus, two AVID saloon cars and two Liberty urban Range Rovers, alongside a network of charging points. AEA, one of the world’s leading energy, climate change and data management consultancies, will lead the consortium.

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