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SpaceX’s Elon Musk wins IAF World Space Award at 74th Int’l Astronautical Congress

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The award was given during the 74th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Baku, Azerbaijan. Photos of the event that were shared online revealed that Musk was not able to personally receive his award. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips. Just send a message to simon@teslarati.com to give us a heads up.

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SpaceX’s NASA Starship contract safe for now as Blue Origin looks to Congress

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Fresh off of a major contract loss during a competition to build NASA’s next crewed Moon lander, Blue Origin has begun aggressively lobbying Congress for the contract NASA didn’t give it. In memos to Congress, SpaceX says a proposed amendment on the HLS contract would award “Jeff Bezos with a $10 billion sole-source hand-out.”

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EGEB: Solar could make up 40% of US power by 2035 – Biden administration

Electrek

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): If Congress provides tax credits for the solar industry, it could grow rapidly by 2035. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. First Solar breaks ground on a $680 million, 3.3 GW solar factory in Ohio.

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IBM automotive study sees consumer co-creation, greater personalized driving, but not widespread fully autonomous driving by 2025

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During the Automotive News World Congress this week, IBM released results of its new Automotive 2025 Global Study , outlining an industry ripe for disruptive changes that are breaking down borders of the automotive ecosystem. Personal mobility.

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VinFast vehicles to be cloud-connected using Cerence Connected Vehicle Digital Twin (CCVDT) platform

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Convenience: integration with calendar for reminders about upcoming meetings; parking suggestions based on personal preferences; AI-powered low fuel and low tire pressure predictions. Comfort: precondition the vehicle based on upcoming weather conditions; offer to play favorite music and deliver personalized news, stock, and sports updates.

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Biden could use Defense Production Act for EV battery material production boost

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The Defense Production Act of 1950 was used in response to the start of the Korean War, approved by the 81st United States Congress. Any person who does not follow the orders of the first section could be charged with a felony and fined up to $10,000 and/or face a year in prison. I’d love to hear from you!

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In a US first, the oil and gas sector will pay fines for excess methane emissions

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And accuracy could be an issue because it’s an honor system – oil and gas companies self-report exceeded methane emissions levels set by Congress, and EPA doesn’t verify the reports. Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you’ll get access to unbiased Energy Advisers to help you every step of the way.

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