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DOE to Host Series of Biomass Program Webinars; Algae Biofuels Webinar First Up

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The US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Biomass Program is hosting a Webinar on Wednesday, 8 September 2010, from 2:00–4:30 p.m. EDT entitled “The Promise and Challenge of Algae as a Renewable Source of Biofuels.” This Webinar is free to all participants; DOE suggests registering in advance.

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Wärtsilä to deliver first dedicated methanol fuel supply system for ships

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Methanol is a widely available fuel that is carbon-neutral when produced from renewable sources and is easier to handle than many other alternative fuels. For many vessel segments, the Wärtsilä 32 Methanol and MethanolPac are among the first commercially available technologies for using methanol as a fuel. © Wärtsilä Corporation.

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14 US fleets launch ACT Fleet Forum; best practices on adopting advanced, clean transportation technologies

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The ACT Fleet Forum provides education via webinars, workshops, and in-person site visits to leading fleets year-round. The ACT Fleet Forum provides a range of value and business benefits by enabling participating commercial fleets to stay at the cutting edge of advanced clean fleet technologies, regulations, funding and low emission fuels.

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NIST seeks proposals to establish new center of excellence on advanced materials research

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NIST anticipates funding the new center at approximately $5 million per year for five years, with the possibility of renewing the award for an additional five years. Currently, the average time from laboratory discovery of a new material to its first commercial use can take up to 20 years. Earlier post.). Eastern time.

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CaFCP HyPPO report describes next steps and actions in developing hydrogen fuel cell vehicle infrastructure for California

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During a webinar on Monday, Alex Keros of GM highlighted the activities and actions described in the report that are important to continue the momentum of bringing FCEVs and hydrogen fuel to the commercial market. In June 2012, we [CaFCP] published our initial thinking for the next stage of commercialization of fuel cell vehicles.

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DOE seeking input on H2@scale: hydrogen as centerpiece of future energy system; 50% reduction in energy GHGs by 2050

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commercial viability of fuel cell vehicle technology has been demonstrated (commercial vehicles being sold). commercial viability of fuel cell vehicle technology has been demonstrated (commercial vehicles being sold). Leveraging Stranded Renewables, and Value-Added Applications for Hydrogen. Click to enlarge.

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LS9 Closes $25M Round; Chevron Takes a Stake

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LS9 modifies the ACP pathway in bacteria to produce renewable hydrocarbon fuels and chemicals with optimized properties. LS9 Company, a synthetic biology company producing renewable fuels and chemicals directly by fermentation, has successfully completed a $25 million round of funding. Source: LS9. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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