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Bombardier (now Alstom) to convert AGC hybrid trains to full battery power

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To help France meet its sustainability targets, Bombardier will now convert AGC hybrid trains to full battery power. The effort is part of France’s strategy to eventually phase diesel power out of its national rail fleet. With 2,473 AGC train cars in operation today, the AGC is the largest regional fleet operated in France.

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Super Store Industries first dairy manufacturer to deploy Class 8 electric trucks

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Orange EV and California-based Super Store Industries (SSI) announced the deployment of Orange EV T-Series pure electric terminal trucks to multiple SSI facilities, supporting both grocery distribution and dairy and beverage manufacturing. Super Store Industries is the first dairy manufacturer in the U.S.

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Lithium-iron battery maintenance guide

Setec Powerr

The anode and cathode store lithium, while the electrolytes carry positively charged lithium ions from the anode to the cathode, and vice versa, through the separator. As a result, charges accumulate on the current collector, which delivers power from the anode or cathode to the terminals.

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

Blink Charging

Convenience stores and truck stops are in a fantastic position to take advantage of available federal funding for DC fast charging stations. Here’s what you need to know installing EV charging stations at your c-store or truck stop. Procure funding Next, it’s time to look for funding opportunities.

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DOE closes on $504M loan guarantee for world’s largest clean hydrogen and energy storage project

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ACES Delta is a joint venture between Mitsubishi Power Americas and Magnum Development. Currently, the hub has secured all major contracts including offtake; engineer, procure and construct (EPC) contractors; major equipment suppliers, and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) providers.

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RINA awards Freudenberg e-Power Systems type-approval for methanol-powered fuel cell system

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Freudenberg has received Type Approval by the international classification society RINA for its methanol-powered fuel cell system for ocean-going shipping. Nevertheless, fuel cells have tremendous advantages due to their high efficiency and low maintenance requirements. This corresponds to a total service life of 1.2

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Automating Road Maintenance With LiDAR Technology

Cars That Think

They noticed that the roads in their New England area were in poor condition, and wanted to see if there was a way to help solve the way road maintenance is performed. With this automated system, road maintenance can become a faster, more reliable, and more efficient process for towns and cities around the country.