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DOE seeking feedback on findings of hydrogen production and delivery workshops

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The first workshop focused on hydrogen transmission and distribution and was held at DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) 25-26 February 2014. The second workshop also was held at NREL 27-28 February 2014, and focused on electrolytic hydrogen production. Highlights of the workshop by topic area included: Commercial.

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MAN reports successful first running of ammonia two-stroke engine

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Precautions taken due to the fuel’s inherent characteristics include the construction of a custom-built cold hall, which can contain ammonia vapor in the unlikely event of a leak with the activation of a water screen. Similarly, all auxiliary systems were initially tested with water, followed by ammonia.

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Dept. of Interior approves Shell Chukchi Sea oil spill response plan; next steps to shallow-water Arctic exploration

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The approval does not authorize Shell to begin drilling; Shell must still seek and obtain approval from BSEE for well-specific drilling permits prior to commencing operations, and BSEE would inspect and approve equipment that has been designed and deployed for the effort, including Shell’s capping stack, before activities could go forward.

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Scientists recommend fundamental research into separations technology to support large-scale thermochemical production of biofuels

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Separations play a critical role in biofuel production and that fundamental research in the are, including the identification of transformative approaches, is needed to generate separation technologies that will enable larger-scale production, according to a report on a workshop convened earlier this year by the National Science Foundation.

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Renault 2010 Environment Workshop, Part 1: Combustion Engine Technology and Product Plans

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Renault held a “2010 Environment Workshop” last week to showcase its progress across its range of vehicles’ full lifecycle through the Renault eco² program. Its simple design and low levels of friction make it particularly competitive in terms of the performance it delivers for its price. The current 1.5

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200,000 BMW i3 EVs produced in Leipzig over nearly 7 years

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The Life module made of CFRP is part of a vehicle architecture specific to BMW i and designed for electric mobility from the outset. In this way the BMW i brand has become the workshop of the future for the entire company. Painting its plastic outer skin requires 75% less energy and 70% less water compared to conventional processes.

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Savoring the Summer at 5 Waterside Hotels

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Wandering the Chatwal Lodge, part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand, calls to mind the 19th-century Great Camps of the Adirondacks, and a number of rooms there have water views. Opt for a suite and you’ll have more space, including a living room and a soaking tub from which you can enjoy views of the water. Beginning Aug.