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Toshiba doubles anode capacity in next-generation Li-ion battery; titanium niobium oxide; application in FY 2019

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The new battery offers high-energy density and the ultra-rapid recharging required for automotive applications. A compact EV with a 32 kWh next generation SCiB pack could recharge to a 320 km (199 miles) drive range (JC08 test cycle) after six minutes—three times the distance possible with current lithium-ion batteries Toshiba said.

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Pike Research reports global fuel cell shipments doubled between 2008 and 2010; largest unit growth in stationary power sector

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Global MW of fuel cell product shipments by electrolyte, 2008-2010. The Pike report notes that the shift from an R&D based industry to a fully commercial one is well underway, although it has not been without its setbacks. Click to enlarge. —Kerry-Ann Adamson.

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Year-long testing of Leclanché 60 Ah G/NMC cells shows high energy density, high cycle life

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Leclanché offers two kinds of rechargeable lithium-ion cells: G/NMC cells for energy intensive applications, and LTO/NCA for leading performance in long-life and rapid charge applications. Stable cells cycled between 3.00 - 4.35 Both cell types are produced in a pouch format in the company’s Willstätt, Germany manufacturing facility.

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EDF launches subsidiary Hynamics to produce and to market low-carbon hydrogen

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France-based global energy generator EDF has launched Hynamics , a new subsidiary for the Group that will be responsible for offering effective low-carbon hydrogen for industry and mobility. stake in McPhy, a manufacturer and marketer of electrolysers and a player committed to low-carbon hydrogen since its creation in 2008.

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USGS finds US aquifers being drawn down at accelerating rate

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Groundwater Depletion in the United States (1900-2008) comprehensively evaluates long-term cumulative depletion volumes in 40 separate aquifers (distinct underground water storage areas) in the United States, bringing together reliable information from previous references and from new analyses. For comparison, 9.2

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Süd-Chemie to Supply Evonik with Lithium Iron Phosphate Materials for Automotive and Industrial Batteries

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Süd-Chemie AG will supply Evonik Industries AG with novel lithium iron phosphate materials for use in the next generation of lithium-ion batteries for automobiles and other industrial applications. Li-Tec—a joint venture operated by Evonik Industries (50.1%) and Daimler AG (49.9%—uses Earlier post.).

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London Calling: Congestion Charge Recharges Electric Cars

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nk City in 2008. And Tata Motors , an Indian industrial giant, is "working on an electric version of the Indica for the overseas market, slated to be launched by 2009," according to the Hindu Business Line. Daimler is set to be the first on the street with 100 test vehicle SMARTs in 2008.

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