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Global geothermal industry passes 12,000 MW operational

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The international geothermal power industry is poised to place between 500 and 1,000 MW on line per year for the rest of the decade, said GEA. GEA President Craig Mataczynski of Gradient Resources has challenged the industry to reach 5% of total US electricity production. Ormat Technologies, and AltaRock Energy.

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India set to become exporter of forged wheels used in railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw – ET Auto

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I am very happy that this plant is being set up in Tamil Nadu, and in another 16-18 months, the production will start.” But if we start today, in five years from now, we will have a good standard gauge product which will be ready for exports. . “For 60-70 years, India was an importer of forged wheels. ” he said.

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Top 14 Electric Vehicle Motor Manufacturers in India: Driving Sustainable Mobility

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Their subsidiary, Tata Motors Electric Mobility, focuses on the development and production of electric vehicle motors. High torque capability for excellent productivity and responsiveness. Long product life expectancy assured by extensive testing and advanced simulations. #8. They manufacture electric vehicle motors as well.

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US releases signed MOU with Congo and Zambia to strengthen EV battery value chain

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Through this MOU, the United States will support the commitment between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia to develop jointly a supply chain for electric vehicle batteries. Zambia is the world’s sixth-largest copper producer, and the second largest cobalt producer in Africa.

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UN report highlights urgent need to tackle impact of EV battery production boom

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Demand for raw materials used in the production of electric car batteries is set to soar, prompting the UN trade body, UNCTAD (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development), to call for the social and environmental impacts of the extraction of raw materials, which include human rights abuses, to be addressed urgently.

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Tesla releases Conflict Mineral report, extending history of humane mining practices

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In the report, Tesla outlined its processes for securing minerals used in its products, ensuring they are obtained in humane ways that do not involve any child labor, human trafficking, or slavery. Furthermore, Tesla also has internal guidelines for itself that it commits to. Cassiterite (Tin). Wolframite (Tungsten).

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