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Researchers develop wave-energy-driven CO2 reduction system for production of carbon-based liquid fuels

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mol of formic acid per day at 18 knots wind speed. Finally, they present design guidelines for achieving a cost-effective, efficient, and large-scale wave-energy-driven CO 2 reduction system for liquid fuel production. According to the field test results, the wave-energy-driven CO 2 RR system can produce 0.325 ?mol

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Is Europe’s Nuclear Phaseout Starting to Phase Out?

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France can claim a qualified victory: Under current EU guidelines, at least some nuclear power will be categorized as “green.” The obvious answer might be solar and wind. After all, the cost of renewables continues to plummet. Switzerland is doing the same , albeit with a hazy timetable. Spain plans to start phasing out in 2027.

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EPA proposes rule for nationwide 30% cut in GHG from existing power plants by 2030 relative to 2005

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Specifically, the EPA is proposing state-specific rate-based goals for carbon dioxide emissions from the power sector, as well as emission guidelines for states to use in developing plans to attain the state-specific goals. The EPA projects that the annual incremental compliance cost of the proposed Option 1 ranges from $5.4

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The Importance of Recycling and Repurposing EV Batteries

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Recycling can help lower the cost of battery production. Using recycled materials is often more cost-effective than extracting and processing new raw materials. This cost reduction can be passed on to consumers, making EVs more affordable and accessible.

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Exploring the adoption of EVs in the US, Europe and China; charging scenarios and infrastructure

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Furthest along with electricity market deregulation, the US can serve as a model for how to design market rules to reduce the cost of integrating EVs on the grid. The greatest key to EV penetration is vehicle cost reduction and range extension. Policies will play a key role here, the report notes.

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Smokey the AI

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We worked with EPRI and power utilities to create guidelines and a taxonomy for labeling the image data. Here, the software flags problems with equipment used to reduce vibration caused by winds. But smaller utilities are also becoming able to collect more data as the cost of drones drops. What does a good insulator look like?

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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It offers the solution to several significant transitions we need: moving society from burning fossil fuels to substituting renewable resource fuels such as solar, wind and biofuels; and from using fossil materials as fuel to using them for other recyclable uses. Distributed Solar and Wind with the PHEV. It is much more than that.

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