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EU GRAMOFON project ends after 42 months with promising results on CO2 capture

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During the 42-month project, innovative materials and efficient systems for capturing CO 2 from post-combustion industrial emissions were developed. million, with a total of nine partners (companies, technology centers and universities). The project had a budget of €4.2

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Hyundai Offering Free Chargers to EV Buyers, Swelling Industry Incentives

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Additionally, the fear of running out of battery energy without access to a charger is perpetuated by the lack of a universal charging infrastructure. The industry has also had trouble selling EVs down market, with the segment historically catering to more affluent buyers. or from a free-trade agreement partner.

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US DOE invests $60 million in nuclear energy technology research and training

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $60 million in nuclear energy research awards and improvements to university research reactors and infrastructure. In the next few years, about 30% of nuclear energy industry workers, many of whom joined the field in the 1960s and 1970s, will be eligible for retirement.

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Hyundai Motor Group appoints NASA research exec to lead new Urban Air Mobility division

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An internationally renowned aeronautics engineer, Dr. Shin will lead the company into a new era of developing smart mobility products within the aviation industry. Shin received his doctorate in mechanical engineering from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia.

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Mkango and Metalysis partner to develop 3D-printed rare earth magnets for EVs

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One such opportunity includes evaluating the United Kingdom as a future host country for a manufacturing plant to exploit a commercialized technology. Rare earth permanent magnets are a critical component of many electric vehicles, as well as other consumer and green technologies.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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The implementation of this industrial and commercial ecosystem will take place gradually between 2021 and 2024, replacing the production of new vehicles. Electric vehicles batteries are at the heart of the transformation of the automotive industry because of their potential applications.

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EU funded project developing fast rechargeable zinc-polymer battery for hybrid and small electric vehicles

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The research program combines fundamental material and process advances in ionic liquids, rechargeable zinc electrodes, ultra-fast pulse charge injection techniques and conducting polymers, as well as constructing prototypes battery units for industry standard testing. —Dr Karl S Ryder, University of Leicester.

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