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National labs team delivers techno-economic analyses of H2 DRI scenarios for green steel

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In an open-access paper published in the RSC journal Energy & Environmental Science , a team from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Argonne National Laboratory, and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory report the results of techno-economic analyses of several design and operation scenarios for H 2 direct iron reduction (DRI) systems for the production of green steel.

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AI could boost efficiency of solar EVs, make them viable

Green Car Reports

With AI now the technology of the moment in Silicon Valley, researchers have applied it to the problem of solar power for EVs, using a virtual model to govern when power from a solar array is used to drive motors or charge battery packs. As documented in a recent conference paper, researchers from Odisha University of Technology and Research in.

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California to transition clean vehicle rebate program to helping low-income residents

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The California Air Resources Board will transition its existing Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) program to a new program targeting low- and middle-income Californians. In late 2023, a new program will expand statewide access to the existing Clean Cars 4 All program that gives residents up to $12,000 to scrap and replace older, polluting cars with cleaner alternatives, or will offer additional assistance through up to $7,500 in vehicle purchase grants for car buyers not scrapping an older veh

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GMC Hummer EV official EPA ratings show lowest MPGe of any EV

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The 2024 GMC Hummer EV has achieved a dubious distinction: it has the lowest MPGe rating of any EV currently on sale. The EPA hadn't previously posted range and MPGe ratings for the Hummer EV, as its testing is designed for passenger cars and light trucks that exceeds this model's weight. The cutoff for EPA light-duty vehicle emissions and range.

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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Permian Resources to acquire Earthstone Energy, creating a $14B Delaware Basin independent E&P

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Permian Resources Corporation and Earthstone Energy entered into a definitive agreement under which Permian Resources will acquire Earthstone in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $4.5 billion, inclusive of Earthstone’s net debt. The transaction increases Permian Resources’ position in the Permian Basin by approximately 223,000 net acres to more than 400,000 net acres with pro forma production of approximately 300,000 Boe/d.

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GMC Hummer EV efficiency, Honda and Acura NACS, AI and solar EVs: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Honda and Acura are on board with the Tesla charge connector. AI could be harnessed to make more of solar cells on EVs and hybrids. And the Hummer EV is an efficiency standout in the wrong way. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The EPA has confirmed official efficiency and range figures for some versions of the GMC Hummer EV, and at as.

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Honda and Acura EVs will also adopt Tesla NACS standard

Green Car Reports

Honda and its Acura luxury brand will join a growing cadre of automakers adopting Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector. The news was confirmed via Autoblog, citing Honda's top U.S. executive, but details remain to be worked out. "It is quite important," American Honda Motor Co. CEO Noriya Kaihara said in an interview with.

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Talon Metals drills 101.71 meters of 3.04% nickel equivalent at Tamarack Nickel Project in Minnesota

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Talon Metals successfully drilled 101.71 meters (333 feet) of high-grade nickel-copper mineralization at the Tamarack Nickel Project in Minnesota, grading 1.94% Ni; 1.84% Cu; 0.35 g/t Pd; 0.64 g/t Pt; and 0.62 g/t Au (1.61 g/t PGEt + Au) (3.04% NiEq). The drill hole was completed in partnership with a research team from Columbia University that is funded by the Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) Mining Innovations for Negative Emissions Resource Recovery

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Comment on BYD's Fang Cheng Bao brand unveils official images of debut model Leopard 5 by swaran chauahn

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It's front is inspired from Toyota's Land cruiser, Side Profile is inspired by Range Rover Defender & It's back reminds me Mitsubishi's Pajero. In short it looks fun suv to drive. Keep the good work BYD?

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Cargill, BAR Technologies testing WindWings on cargo vessel

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Mitsubishi Corporation’s Pyxis Ocean , chartered by Cargill, is the first vessel to be retrofitted with two BAR Technologies ’ WindWings—large wing sails measuring up to 37.5 meters in height that can be fitted to the deck of cargo ships to harness the power of wind. Produced by industrialization partner Yara Marine Technologies, the WindWings are expected to generate average fuel savings of up to 30% on new build vessels, which could be even higher if used in combination with alternative

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

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Comment on Nio to showcase full range of models at Chengdu auto show 2023 by John Hanna

CN EV Post

If you don't NEED to advertise, you don't spend the big bucks that advertising costs. The auto show attendee lists always identify those that feel the NEED to advertise. Let's see. who kept their money in the bank for more important purposes? That's where I'll put my investment money.

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EPA initiates new review of the Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a new review of the Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). EPA Administrator Michael Regan reached this decision after considering advice provided by the independent Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC). EPA established the current standards at a level of 70 parts per billion in 2015 and retained them in 2020, after concluding that there was little new information to suggest the need for revision.

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2023 Cadillac CT4 V-Series Blackwing Review – Here to Play

The Truth About Cars

At first, I didn’t like the 2023 Cadillac CT4 V-Series Blackwing. I found it a little too stiff riding and I wasn’t sure the chassis was as well sorted as it should be. Then I found the space to open it up. Whoo boy. My initial take faded away as I realized that this is a car that needs to be allowed to play. Stuffing a twin-turbocharged, 3.6-liter V6 under the hood of a CT4 and mating it to a six-speed stick is a surefire way to generate some grins.

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Study on battery recycling in the EU: €9B needed by 2035, circular economy by 2040 seems unrealistic

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Shortly before the updated EU Battery Regulation comes into force, the chair “Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components” (PEM) of RWTH Aachen University has published a study on the European battery recycling market. Due to high investment costs, the current structure of the value chain will move toward large recycling centers, according to the analysis published jointly with PwC Strategy&.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

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Charging Companies Need To Take Care Of Drivers When They Roast A Car

CleanTechnica EVs

Earlier this year, I wrote about several cars that took damage at Electrify America stations. The common story seems to be that a popping sound was heard in the equipment cabinets near the charging stations, and sometimes a pop happened in the car itself (likely pyrotechnic fuse).

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Tesla introduces universal wallbox for J1772, NACS home charging

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Tesla has introduced a version of its Wallbox Level 2 home charger with support for J1772 as well as Tesla’s own NACS. The Universal Wall Connector will begin shipping in October. Tesla app features will be available starting later his year. The Universal Wall Connector is essentially identical to the NACS-only Wall Connector: up to up to 11.5 kW / 48 amp output from a 60 amp breaker circuit; Wi-Fi connectivity for over-the-air updates; power-share with up to six Wall Connectors; 24-foot cable.

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It’s not an ‘electric bike craze.’ You’re looking at the future of transportation

Electrek

As electric bikes become increasingly popular in cities across the US, some in the media are trying to wrap their heads around this reported “electric bike craze.” But make no mistake, this isn’t some short-lived enthusiasm or a passing fad. This widespread adoption of e-bikes by young and old alike is merely the first signs of a paradigm shift. That’s right, welcome to the future. more… The post It’s not an ‘electric bike craze.’ You’re looking at the future of transport

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ACCURE Battery Intelligence secures €7.2M investment to expand battery safety and performance software

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ACCURE Battery Intelligence , a developer of predictive analytics software to ensure battery safety, performance and extended life for energy storage, electric vehicles, and other applications, secured a €7.2-million ($7.8-million) investment. The round was led by Blue Bear Capital and HSBC Asset Management, and included Riverstone Holdings and Capnamic Ventures.

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Used Car of the Day: 1979 Alfa Romeo Spider

The Truth About Cars

Today's UCOTD is older than your humble author -- just barely -- and it shows us some Italian goodness. It's a 1979 Alfa Romeo Spider. It appears to be in pretty good shape, and the seller says the car is well-maintained and runs well. The asking price is a reasonable $13,000. You should have enough money left over to buy a tweed jacket, a jaunty cap, and some leather driving gloves.

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Tesla is paying $20,000 a year to be on Elon Musk’s X, and it’s not clear why

Electrek

Tesla keeps creating new paying accounts on Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) to the point that it is now likely paying around $20,000 per year to be on the social media platform. It’s not clear what it is getting in return. more… The post Tesla is paying $20,000 a year to be on Elon Musk’s X, and it’s not clear why appeared first on Electrek.

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Hertz to Buy Cadillac Lyriqs and Chevy Silverado EVs to Bolster Electric Rental Fleet

The Truth About Cars

Automakers are going electric, which means that all the companies that rely on them will have to adapt. Car rental companies have long pledged to make the transition alongside their auto industry partners, and Hertz recently announced that it would be adding the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevy Silverado EV.& Hertz already noted plans to buy 175,000 EVs from General Motors by 2027, and the rental giant’s fleet already houses 50,000 EVs, around 10 percent of its inventory.

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Next-gen Mercedes EQC spotted – Electric GLC successor to rival Tesla Model Y

Electrek

The all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQC will finally arrive in the United States, but not in its current form. The next-generation EQC was spotted testing ahead of its imminent reveal later next year or in 2025. more… The post Next-gen Mercedes EQC spotted – Electric GLC successor to rival Tesla Model Y appeared first on Electrek.

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Comment on Under-the-radar Chinese EV maker launches 1st model to take on Li Auto's Li L8 by nov22

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@渡海 In reply to 渡海. Since when Tesla making PHEV? Smashing sales? LMAO! Anybody can make PHEV! In fact, there is a dozen of automakers making more than 30k PHEV per month! Li Auto is smashing records by comparing its PHEV number with competitor's EV number. Shameless lying piece of shyt!

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2Swift Board review: It’s a skateboard! It’s a scooter! It’s… its own thing in the best way [Video]

Electrek

It’s very rare that I see something in the world of electric mobility that makes me think, “What the hell is that thing?” Buried in those rare instances, however, are usually some unique gems, and that is no different when it comes to the all-terrain, two-wheel inline electric board from 2Swift. Learn more below, alongside my video review. more… The post 2Swift Board review: It’s a skateboard!

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QOTD: Can Robotaxis Ever Work?

The Truth About Cars

Yesterday we covered yet another incident involving Cruise, and we linked back to a few other stories we've written recently about problems that Cruise and Waymo are having in San Francisco. Simply put, it appears that robotaxis aren't mixing well. Maybe they'll work flawlessly someday, though. My question to you is this -- will that happen? Will the companies ever get the tech sorted?

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BECCS: Why going carbon negative with bioenergy is the right move

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Learn more about the role of bioenergy with carbon capture and storage in the efforts against global warming. The post BECCS: Why going carbon negative with bioenergy is the right move appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Can-Am Unleashes 240-horsepower Maverick

The Truth About Cars

While the side-by-side world isn’t our standard fare, the latest bonkers creation from Can-Am is too good not to share. For 2024, the Maverick will be available with a gobsmacking 240 horsepower from its 999cc turbocharged triple. That’s in a machine with a listed dry weight of roughly 2,200 pounds, giving it a power-to-weight ratio roughly equal to that found in a Ram 1500 TRX which packs 702 horses for shifting its 6,400-lb mass.

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The US approves Revolution Wind, its fourth major offshore wind farm

Electrek

The US Department of the Interior (DOI) today announced its approval of Rhode Island and Connecticut’s Revolution Wind offshore wind farm. more… The post The US approves Revolution Wind, its fourth major offshore wind farm appeared first on Electrek.

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NHTSA Opens Investigation Into 2022 Mustang Mach-E Recall

The Truth About Cars

We hear about vehicle recalls all the time, but it’s not often that we hear about a recall being investigated for not going far enough. That’s the case with a 2022 Ford recall of the Mustang Mach-E, in which the automaker pulled back almost 49,000 units for battery overheating concerns during charging.& The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation into 64,000 Mustang Mach-Es after it received a dozen complaints from owners whose vehicles had been fixed under the

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Signs point to e-bike company SONDORS in peril, leaving riders stranded

Electrek

A number of troubling developments point to serious financial troubles for SONDORS, the company behind a wide range of electric bicycles as well as the Metacycle electric motorcycle (and an ill-fated three-wheeled electric car , but that’s another story). more… The post Signs point to e-bike company SONDORS in peril, leaving riders stranded appeared first on Electrek.

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“The Toyota Camry of electric vehicles – every bastard has one”: Sorry, but there’s nothing cool about your Tesla Model 3 or Model Y | Opinion

EV Central

Personally, I will never understand how anyone could possibly buy a car entirely online, without ever sitting in it, let alone driving one. And yet today, I’m assured, this is extremely common. Around 70 percent of Australian buyers of the first Hyundai Ioniq 5 bought one without a test drive, after stabbing feverishly at a mouse like a Tay Tay tragic in an effort to be the first in their street to have one (demand was so high that Hyundai had to hold a kind of Ticketmaster Frenzy online to allo

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Photos emerge of NIO’s new mass-market ‘Alps’ EV competitor to Toyota and VW

Electrek

The first photos of NIO’s new “Alps” brand have allegedly emerged online. The new EV brand is designed to take NIO mainstream, positioning itself to compete with automaking giants like Toyota and Volkswagen in the mass-market segment. more… The post Photos emerge of NIO’s new mass-market ‘Alps’ EV competitor to Toyota and VW appeared first on Electrek.

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And So It Begins: Cheap Geometry E Arrives In Costa Rica, Triggers A Price War

CleanTechnica EVs

Cheap EVs are finally arriving on Latin American shores: Costa Rica’s Geometry E is triggering large price reductions. I’ve been saying for months now that EV prices in Latin America are unsustainably high, and that they ought to come down sooner rather than later.

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Tesla changes its solar strategy, lays off workers, bets on certified installers

Electrek

Tesla is evidently changing its solar strategy by starting to move away from having its own installers and relying more on certified installers. It is laying off staff working on deploying its own solar installations. more… The post Tesla changes its solar strategy, lays off workers, bets on certified installers appeared first on Electrek.