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Nissan to lead EC-backed multi-standard rapid charge network project in UK and Ireland

Green Car Congress

Nissan is leading a consortium which aims to establish a network of rapid chargers for electric vehicles running the full length and breadth of the United Kingdom and Ireland. The rapid chargers being deployed will be the first multi-standard units in public operation in Europe.

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ABB commissions world’s highest capacity HVDC Light underwater power link

Green Car Congress

The 500-megawatt (MW) HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) Light transmission connection is the highest capacity link of its kind, based on voltage source converter (VSC) technology, to go into commercial operation. The new link also facilitates power trading between the two countries and connects Ireland to the European grid.

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myenergi to discuss future of smart charging at Solar and Storage Live

My Energi

As part of a jam-packed schedule, we’ll be delivering three keynote presentations exploring myenergi’s connected home energy eco-system. The green team will also be on hand throughout the three-day event to showcase the latest home energy technology. The myenergi stand (G12) will be located next to the Café.

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Plug In America joins global alliance

Plug in America

In connection with the event, associations connected with GEVA plan to organize events in their own countries and to organize a rally in Scotland to promote electromobility as an essential element in addressing climate change. We hope to see other countries join us!

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Travel Advisers: When to Let a Professional Plan Your Trip

Baua Electric

Decades ago, your vacation most likely began with a visit to a travel agent, who relied on a combination of expertise and connections to find the best deals on plane tickets, hotels, tours and more. An adviser could help you decide, for instance, in which order to visit European cities based on local events and transportation options.

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TomTom extends coverage of real-time traffic products for congestion reduction

Green Car Congress

The other countries currently covered are Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. We have shipped about 60 million devices to date, and the devices are progressively becoming more connected.

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Linda Doyle Blasts Through Ireland’s Academic Glass Ceiling

Cars That Think

Linda Doyle Employer Trinity College Dublin Title Provost Member grade Senior member Alma maters University College Cork, in Ireland, and Trinity College Dublin Being provost is “like managing a small town,” she says. It offers scholarships to women who are pursuing a STEM degree and holds events to encourage others to consider a STEM career.

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