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MAY 31, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has set in motion the largest drop in global energy investment in history, with spending expected to plunge in every major sector this year—from fossil fuels to renewables and efficiency—the International Energy Agency said in a new report.

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OCTOBER 4, 2020

Excluded from the agreement are Belgium, Luxembourg and The Netherlands, where Ventraco will continue to supply the products. RheoFalt HP-AM, a powerful rejuvenator, enables 100% recycling of old asphalt, and has been scoring outstanding results in internal and external tests for 10 years.

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JULY 24, 2010

Renewable jet fuel from a variety of feedstocks may supply 1% of commercial aviation fuel need by 2015, according to Billy Glover, managing director of environmental strategy at Boeing’s commercial airplanes unit, in an interview with Bloomberg. “We

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MARCH 13, 2015

out in the second quarter of 2014, global oil demand growth has since steadily risen, with year?on?year IEA raised its forecast of demand growth for all of 2015 by 75 kb/d to 1.0 mb/d, bringing global demand to an average 93.5 IEA raised its forecast of demand growth for all of 2015 by 75 kb/d to 1.0 mb/d gain in non?OPEC

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APRIL 15, 2017

This year, shale output forecasts combine with OPEC’s production cuts, geopolitical factors, and unexpected outages to further complicate supply/demand and oil price forecasts by Wall Street’s major investment banks. UBS, for its part, expects a 4-million-bpd supply gap by 2020. shale output. million bpd.

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MAY 14, 2018

A new study finds that the growth of carbon production from Chinese exports has slowed or reversed, reflecting a “new phase of globalization” between developing countries that could undermine international efforts to reduce emissions. The paper is published in Nature Communications. trillion) in 2014. trillion) in 2014.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

JERA & Uniper are collaborating to facilitate the development of the initial production of 2 MTPA of clean ammonia with expansion potential up to 8 MTPA, to accelerate the production and supply of zero-carbon fuels from the US for use in the US, Europe, Japan, and greater Asia. —Steven Winn, CEO of JERA Americas Inc.

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MARCH 27, 2022

The company manufactures flat steel products—primarily hot-rolled plates and coils—for both domestic and international markets. Launched in 2015, ResponsibleSteel sets global standards for sustainability performance and promotes the certification of steel chain companies through a network of independent certification bodies.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2016

In its new rare earths market report with forecasts out to 2026, Roskill, a leader in international metals and minerals research, observes that the permanent magnet and catalyst sectors will continue to provide the largest markets for rare earths in the next ten years to 2026. Global NEV production could rise by 3.5-4.0

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OCTOBER 21, 2017

The annual assessment of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by the JRC and the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency (PBL) confirms that CO 2 emissions have stalled for the third year in a row. Emissions from international transport (aviation and shipping) contribute another 3% to the total global GHG emissions.

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AUGUST 26, 2021

Power management company Eaton’s Vehicle Group has launched a lineup of specialized differentials for electrified vehicles with comparable performance to traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Eaton has been supplying differentials to the EV market since 2015.

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JUNE 6, 2016

A key outcome of the Low Carbon Technology Partnerships initiative ( LCTPi ), below50 is intended to grow a global corporate market for sustainable low-carbon transport fuels (LCTFs). The initiative was launched last week at the LCTPi5 global roundtable in San Francisco. A 2-degree rise in temperature is closer than we think.

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AUGUST 24, 2015

Alcoa recently completed the acquisition of RTI International Metals, Inc., Contracts that underpin RTI’s growth include the recently announced contract with Airbus for finished titanium structural supply parts for the new A350-1000 aircraft program. Alcoa expects global aerospace sales growth of 8 to 9% in 2015.

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APRIL 20, 2012

Roland Berger Strategy Consultants has updated its global Li-ion automotive battery study ( earlier post ). In light of recently presented or announced vehicle models with electric, hybrid or plug-in-hybrid drives (xEV), Roland Berger experts expect the global LiB market to grow from US$1.5 Market consolidation therefore looks certain.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The latest Autotech & Mobility M&A Market Report from Hampleton Partners, the international M&A and corporate finance advisory firm for technology companies, shows that the appetite for Autotech & Mobility deals has remained consistent despite the impact of COVID disruption, the global semiconductor shortage and supply chain issues.

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APRIL 27, 2017

Global oil discoveries fell to a record low in 2016 as companies continued to cut spending and conventional oil projects sanctioned were at the lowest level in more than 70 years, according to the International Energy Agency, which warned that both trends could continue this year. With global demand expected to grow by 1.2

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NOVEMBER 23, 2015

In a departure from its usual approach of supplying high-capacity prismatic Li-ion cells for automotive applications, Samsung SDI will supply cylindrical 18650 format Li-ion batteries for JAC Motors’ new electric SUV iEV6S, unveiled at the 2015 Guangzhou International Auto Parts & Accessories Exhibition.

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

The Battery Passport concept was first publicly launched at the World Economic Forum’s 50 th Annual Meeting by the Global Battery Alliance (GBA), a multi-stakeholder alliance that brings together 110 leading international organizations, including Everledger, as well as NGOs, industry actors, academics and governments.

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JUNE 21, 2023

Wiferion describes itself as “the industry’s leading supplier of automated, wireless power supply systems.” ” The company has worked to provide over 100 companies with wireless charging solutions since 2015, when it initially started developing products.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2012

The global energy map is changing significantly, according to the 2012 edition of the Internal Energy Agency’s (IEA) World Energy Outlook ( WEO-2012 ). The IEA said these changes will recast expectations about the role of different countries, regions and fuels in the global energy system over the coming decades. Energy demand.

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MAY 5, 2020

Hydrogen as a zero-carbon energy carrier has the potential to transform fundamentally the global energy landscape—but the production must benefit the environment, according to experts at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy. The largest markets for non-combusted carbon are carbon black (~10s MT), graphite (~0.1

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JANUARY 17, 2017

Thirteen leading energy, transport and industry companies have launched a global initiative in Davos to voice a united vision and long-term ambition for hydrogen to foster the energy transition. The Council is led by two Co-Chairs from different geographies and sectors, currently represented by Air Liquide and Toyota.

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OCTOBER 20, 2017

Emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs) from global shipping are on the rise again, according to a new study released by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). These flags account for 66% of the global shipping fleet’s deadweight tonnage. Source: The ICCT. Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 24, 2011

According to the report, supply challenges for five rare earth metals. REEs)—dysprosium, terbium, europium, neodymium and yttrium—were found to be critical in the short term (present–2015). REEs)—dysprosium, terbium, europium, neodymium and yttrium—were found to be critical in the short term (present–2015).

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MARCH 20, 2017

Global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions can be reduced by 70% by 2050 and completely phased-out by 2060 with a net positive economic outlook, according to new findings released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the International Energy Agency (IEA). —IRENA Director-General Adnan Z.

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DECEMBER 10, 2014

As the world population increases by the estimated 30% from 2010 to 2040, ExxonMobil sees global GDP rising by about 140%, but energy demand by only about 35% due to greater efficiency. Even as demand increases, the world will continue to become more efficient in its energy use, according to the 2015 Outlook for Energy: A View to 2040.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021

jointly announced that, toward the achievement of carbon neutrality, they will take on the challenge of expanding fuel options through the use of internal combustion engines at the (three-hour) Super Taikyu Race in Okayama on 13-14 November. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Going forward, they are planned to be joined by Honda Motor Co.,

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OCTOBER 19, 2012

STM), will from 2015, expand the production capacity of diesel engines used in Innovative International Multi-purpose Vehicle Project (IMV) series vehicles to meet increasing demand in emerging markets. With Thailand as a global supply base, diesel engines made at STM will continue to supply vehicle plants in Thailand.

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JANUARY 8, 2014

During 2014, the global plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) industry is poised to grow by 86% and will surpass more than 346,000 new vehicles sold, according to a new white paper—“ Electric Vehicles: 10 Predictions for 2014 ”—published by Navigant Research. More than 2.2 More than 1.9

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JUNE 9, 2011

A new assessment of the viability of coal-to-liquids (CTL) technology by researchers from the MIT Joint Program on the Science and Policy of Global Change (JPSPGC) found that without climate policy, CTL has the potential to account for around a third of global liquid fuels by 2050. of global electricity demand.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Between now and 2025, Toyota and Lexus models, globally, will have an electrified option. These initiatives are further steps toward achieving the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050, introduced in 2015. Toyota shared highlights of new internal research evaluating the environmental impact and cost of ownership between a PHEV and a BEV.

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APRIL 21, 2015

For the first time in China, Johnson Controls unveiled its Lithium-ion automotive battery for Advanced Start-Stop vehicles at Auto Shanghai 2015. First, a 12-volt Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) or Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB), which will start the engine and supply power to accessories such as lights, navigation systems and radios.

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OCTOBER 4, 2009

In a news conference at the Japan National Press Club on Friday, Toyota Motor President Akio Toyoda said that the company plans to begin mass production of electric vehicles in the US in 2012, followed by US production of fuel cell vehicles in 2015. Toyoda positioned EVs for short-distance travel and fuel cell cars for longer ranges.

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JUNE 25, 2014

During 2015 Danish national plans call for five additional hydrogen stations; this will ensure that more than 50% of the population will be less than 15 kilometers (9.3 The hydrogen supply is entirely based on domestic and foreign independent renewable electricity that produce hydrogen via electrolysis form water.

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APRIL 15, 2020

The Round Top Deposit hosts 15 of the 17 rare earth elements, plus other high-value tech minerals and is well located to serve the US internal demand. Industry sources project the global rare earth magnet market will expand by nearly 100% to $27.0 Acquiring this capability is consistent with our mine-to-magnet strategy.

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OCTOBER 22, 2020

SAE International has published the first global standard that specifies, in a single document, both the electric vehicle and supply equipment (EVSE) ground-system requirements for wireless charging of electric vehicles (EV). SAE J2954). Tests using a 10-in. —Jesse Schneider. 11-kW Universal Ground Assembly. SAE J2847/6.

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OCTOBER 23, 2015

Norsk Titanium AS (NTi), a global 3D-printing technology leader, signed a memorandum of understanding with lightweight metals leader Alcoa to launch a Joint Technology and Industrial Cooperation program.

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