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KAUST team devises electrically-driven membrane process for seawater lithium mining

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As lithium possesses one of the smallest ionic sizes, we considered that it could be technically feasible to use a molecular sieving membrane to enrich lithium and to remove multivalent ions at an affordable energy cost. The team found that the LLTO membrane could be used for more than 2000 hours with a negligible decay in performance.

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UAW Expands Strike Again, Targeting GM's Largest Plant

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General Motors CEO Mary Barra recently said her company has already made an unprecedented offer and would refuse to agree to a contract that jeopardizes the company’s future. Accepting unsustainably high costs would put our future and GM team member jobs at risk, and jeopardizing our future is something I will not do,” the CEO said.&

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UK auto industry warns anti-diesel agenda and slow uptake of EVs could mean missing 2021 CO2 targets; rising CO2 average in 2017

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The SMMT New Car CO 2 Report 2018: Driving the transition to a low carbon future showed that carbon tailpipe emissions rose last year for the first time in two decades by 0.8% These ongoing improvements mean average CO 2 is still a third (-33.1%) lower than in 2000. less CO 2 than those they replaced. to a new low of 165.4

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Perspective: Despite Solyndra’s death, the future of solar energy is sunny

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Remember when the dot.com bubble burst in 2000 and, seemingly overnight, some companies ceased making millions hand-over-fist? As with the dotcom crash, the death of Solyndra, Evergreen and others will usher in a more robust solar industry not signal the disappearance of PV as a viable alternative for future energy needs.

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Pay-as-you-drive policies drive the evolution of motor insurance | Autocar Professional

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This shift is driven by a growing desire for insurance that’s more affordable, adaptable, and easy to understand. As consumers seek greater customisation and affordability in their insurance coverage, PAYD emerges as a compelling solution that meets these evolving needs.

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The President-Elect Candidates’ Plans to Further IEEE’s Mission

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IEEE Fellow Mary Ellen Randall Mary Ellen Randall Nominated by the IEEE Board of Directors Randall founded Ascot Technologies in 2000 in Cary, N.C. It is our diversity, yet oneness, that makes me confident we have a positive future ahead. Expand access to affordable continuing education programs through the IEEE Learning Network (ILN).

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Murf takes $400 off e-bikes and 20% off accessories, Jackery power stations 42% off, Rachio smart hose timer at new low, more

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With the few June sales events having come to a close over the weekend and future events like Amazon’s upcoming Prime Days waiting on the horizon, we’ve got a few notable Green Deals for you today in the downtime. 2,895) Alpha Murf, 28 MPH with up to 50-mile range: $2,495 (Reg.

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