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Mercedes-Benz Cars plants in Germany to be supplied with CO2-neutral energy from 2022

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Today, new plants in Europe are already planned with a CO2-neutral energy supply from the start. With a CO2-neutral energy supply of the plants, we are consistently pursuing this approach and are actively driving sustainability in production. The decision also fits with our overall strategy.

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Researchers convert atmospheric CO2 to carbon nanofibers and nanotubes for use as anodes in Li-ion and Na-ion batteries

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STEP is an efficient solar chemical process, based on a synergy of solar thermal and endothermic electrolyses, designed to convert greenhouse gas carbon dioxide into a useful carbon commodity. This presents a sustainable route to convert carbon dioxide into materials relevant to both grid-scale and portable storage systems.

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New Hyundai Tucson in Europe features 48 V mild hybrid diesel powertrain

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kW/h 48-volt lithium-ion battery, a Mild Hybrid Starter Generator (MHSG), a LDC converter (Low Voltage DC/DC) and an inverter. In this way, the system significantly improves the engine’s fuel economy and CO2 emissions without sacrificing maximum driving pleasure. litr†e diesel engine. The technology comprises a 0.44

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Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

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The diesel hybrid model will features a second-generation hybrid module consisting of the combustion engine, the electric motor, the 7G-TRONIC transmission, the combined power electronics with DC/DC converter and the high-voltage lithium-ion battery. Fuel efficiency measures in the new C-Class. Click to enlarge.

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Okinawa Autotech Announces Extended Warranty Partnership with Assurant Inc.

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Okinawa boasts guidelines such as Go Green, Save Mother Earth, Clean the Environment, and Reduce CO2. The upgraded program covers key powertrain components such as traction motors, controllers, DC-DC converters, and chargers. The manufacturer offers six models of electric scooters for the Indian electrical vehicle market.

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LanzaTech exploring lipids production as part of its CO2 to acetic acid plans; pathways to renewable fuels

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LanzaTech envisions using partner technology to convert the acetic acid to lipids—i.e., Washington, DC: The National Academies Press, 2001. Bloch and Feodor Lynen were awarded the 1964 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine for their later discoveries linking acetyl-CoA and fatty acid metabolism.). Carbon Dioxide as a Feedstock.

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Volkswagen Group planning to launch 6 or more plug-in hybrids from 2014; the role of the MQB in the Group’s electrification plans

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Volkswagen Group targeting 95 g/km CO2 emissions by 2020. DC/DC converter. The follow-on generation will see the “ integration of everything ”—Coaxial drive with integrated power electronics; a coaxial drive with optional DC/DC converter and traction power distributor (front-/rear- wheel drive). “

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