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San Diego, Parking Reforms Work for Climate & Small Biz

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San Diego has quickly emerged as a leader when it comes to sensible updates to zoning rules that shape city neighborhoods. Since 2019, the City has adopted two key policies that will help its neighborhoods become more affordable, inclusive […].

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The Net-Zero Neighborhood: Advanced Energy Storage and Highly Efficient Photovoltaics Take Transportation Off the Gasoline Grid and Residential Off the Electric Grid

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In a special presentation yesterday at the “ Beyond Lithium Ion: Computational Perspectives ” conference held at Argonne National Laboratory, Dr. Gil Weigand of Oak Ridge National Laboratory outlined his vision of a critical solution to the energy, climate and ensuing national security threats facing the US: the Net-Zero Neighborhood (NZN).

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CEO Mary Barra & General Motors Make Sure The Greenius Is Rewarded For His Many Years Of EV Advocacy

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It’s rare when consumer karma actually works out for any buyer of any product made today, but then again, your friendly neighborhood Greenius is not your usual consumer. I started learning about, writing about, and promoting electric cars in 2007. But I needed to see and feel the car for myself.

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Ford, Ford Credit introduce sustainable financing framework prioritizing EV, clean production, community investments

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One such project is Ford’s investment in redeveloping the historic Michigan Central Station and surrounding area to create a new mobility innovation district in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood. The committee comprises senior representatives from Treasury, Sustainability, Corporate Finance, Investor Relations, Ford Credit and Legal.

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Toyota to collaborate in research for the creation of H2-based society in the United Arab Emirates

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Toyota Motor Corporation has agreed to collaborate with Masdar, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Air Liquide, and Toyota distributor Al-Futtaim Motors in a joint research program to explore the potential of hydrogen energy use in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the creation of a sustainable, low-carbon society.

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Stanford launches major new natural gas research initiative

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At times directly affecting residential neighborhoods, the large-scale industrial process has strained many US communities. The program will fund interdisciplinary research in six key areas: resource development; uses; environmental impacts and climate change; global markets and finance; policy and regulatory reform; and geopolitical impacts.

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How to Invest in EV Charging Stations?

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Consider installing charging stations in residential neighborhoods, especially in apartment complexes or multi-unit housing. Collaborate with businesses and corporations to install charging stations in employee parking lots. These areas will attract a larger number of EV owners seeking convenient charging options.