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FAU researchers discover new way to find new deposits of rare earths; fayalite

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Fayalite (Fe 2 SiO 4 ) with extraordinary high heavy REE (HREE) contents in ultramafic cumulates of the Vergenoeg F-Fe-REE deposit (South Africa) provides the unique opportunity to study REE systematics in olivine. While some data for Mg-rich olivine exist, REE data for Fe-rich olivine are almost absent.

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Mitsubishi wants to launch Australia’s cheapest electric car, but there’s a very expensive reason it might not

EV Central

Mitsubishi Motors Australia CEO Shaun Westcott told automotive media last week at a preview of the new-generation diesel-powered Triton ute that renewable power generation, such as solar, was critical to EVs making sense. Where is Australia for renewable energy power stations?” he asked. “We Neither are as yet ruled in or out for Australia.

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Redwood Materials Will Recycle Hawaiian Grid Batteries

Cars That Think

The Kaua’i Island Utility Cooperative is working with Redwood Materials to decommission the Anahola Solar Project substation and recycle its lithium-ion batteries in order to make new batteries. The Anahola recycling project is one of the earliest examples of stationary storage recycling.

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Falling Domestic Fares and an A.I. Arms Race: What Travelers Can Expect in 2024

Baua Electric

In North America, one of the most anticipated events is the total solar eclipse on April 8. Among luxury eco-conscious newcomers, Ki’ama Bahamas , slated to open in the fall, promises to be the first fully solar-powered residential club in the Bahamas. with its hiking trails, bike paths and nature center; and scenic Niagara Falls, N.Y.

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