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New Mercedes-Benz S-Class PHEV produces 14.1-36.2% lower CO2 emissions that predecessor

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This is mainly due to the increased light-alloy content in the bodyshell and the larger high-voltage battery with a capacity of 28.6 Alongside the CO2 improvement, the S 580 e also has advantages over its predecessor with respect to its eutrophication (EP) and summer smog (POCP) potential.

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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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Hydro starts aluminum production at HAL4e pilot plant; highest energy efficiency, smallest CO2 footprint

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Hydro began the HAL Ultra R&D initiative in 2010, with the long-term vision of being able to produce aluminium at a specific DC energy consumption of only 10 kWh/kg without net CO 2 emissions. Compared to the world average, the Hydro-developed technology will use 15% less energy in aluminium production and has the lowest CO 2 footprint.

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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. The MHSG assists the combustion engine by discharging the battery to reduce engine load with light acceleration or to provide additional torque to the engine under strong acceleration.

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

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For example, the iron demand is less because the share of steel is less, while the bauxite demand increases because of the higher light alloy share. Because of the shifts in the materials mix of the vehicles, the material resources requirements for manufacturing also changed. Fuel efficiency measures in the new C-Class. Click to enlarge.

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2024 Mitsubishi EK X review: First Aussie drive of the cuddly kei car that could become Australia’s cheapest EV

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And more than likely the next generatiuon EK X is the one that would come to Australia if, indeed, it did get the green light. And the fact is that selling a car like this, a small EV with zero emissions, would help our overall CO2 figures and help us to achieve our sales targets for Mitsubishi Triton.” 2024 Mitsubishi EK X.

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Why Should Governments Care About EV Charging?

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EVs help you lead by example Municipalities and local governments can lead by example when they choose to electrify their fleets , says Andrew Light, a clean energy specialist with the World Resources Institute. Why Install EV Charging? Is funding available for government projects?