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DOE to invest $32M in computer design of materials

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) will invest $32 million over the next four years to accelerate the design of new materials through use of supercomputers. Seven projects will be supported, three led by teams at DOE National Laboratories and four by Universities.

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Nacero to invest $6B in low- and zero-carbon fuels plant in PA; Nacero Blue and Nacero Green

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Texas-based fuel company Nacero ( earlier post ) will build its second low- and zero-carbon fuels plant in Newport Township, Pennsylvania. Nacero Blue Gasoline is made from natural gas using renewable power and carbon capture. Nacero plans to begin work on the Pennsylvania facility in 2022-23.

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Pennsylvania DEP awards nearly $517,000 in clean diesel grants

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The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) awarded $516,637 in clean diesel grants to four organizations. Berks, Lehigh and Northampton counties are currently designated as non-attainment for federal particulate matter standards.

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Mack LR Electric refuse truck to enter production in 2021

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Introduced as a prototype in 2018, the LR Electric features Mack’s fully integrated electric powertrain with twin electric motors and four NMC lithium-ion batteries providing vehicle propulsion, as well as power for all onboard accessories.

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Pennsylvania Awards Axion Power $800,000 to Demonstrate PbC Batteries in Hybrids, PHEVs and EVs

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The Pennsylvania Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) program has awarded Axion Power International, Inc. The goals are to develop cost-effective designs that appreciably improve fuel efficiency while demonstrating the commercial production viability of alternative vehicles. Energy Cooperative Association of Pennsylvania.

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IEEE Power & Energy Society President Dies at 69

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IEEE Power & Energy Society president. Lambert was the IEEE Power & Energy Society 's 2020–2021 president. He helped develop the Williams-Comstock formula, a critical design tool for magnetic recording systems. Past president of the IEEE Power Electronics Society. Frank Lambert. Life Fellow, 78; died 28 June.

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Mack Trucks delivers Mack LR Electric model to Republic Services to begin real-world trials

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Its efficient hydraulic system only draws power when needed, helping extend battery life. Options include the same driver/passenger-side driving configurations, door selections and seating choices as the diesel-powered Mack LR model.