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US DOE Issues Request for Information on Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Market Development; Reports to Congress on Program

Green Car Congress

Hydrogen produced by water electrolysis has the potential to be a useful means of storing excess electricity generated using wind, solar, and other intermittent renewable energy. New materials have provided more than 50% improvement in storage capacity since 2004, with some materials achieving nearly 10% material-based capacity by weight.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Marc is an advocate for clean energy, drives a Tesla Model S 100D, has solar panels and two Tesla Power Walls. He has been driving electric for more than 10 years and has been active in the Golden Gate chapter since shortly after the chapter was formed in 2004. About Marc: Marc wants to help further the adoption of education of EVs.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Marc is an advocate for clean energy, drives a Tesla Model S 100D, has solar panels and two Tesla Power Walls. He has been driving electric for more than 10 years and has been active in the Golden Gate chapter since shortly after the chapter was formed in 2004. About Marc: Marc wants to help further the adoption of education of EVs.

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Power and Associates 2004 report ]. I love the idea of powering my car from solar power. Photovoltaic arrays belong on stationary rooftops -- which is an excellent way to drive on solar power (roof > house > car). At the moment, only 2004-2007 Priuses , and to a limited extent, the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrids.

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