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Zepp.solutions secures €2M grant to build fuel cell systems factory

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million grant from the European Just Transition Fund (JTF) for the development of a fuel cell systems factory. Zepp.solutions, a Dutch company specialized in hydrogen fuel cell technology, has secured a €1.98-million The factory will be situated in Europe’s strategic transport hub, the Greater-Rijnmond region. Earlier post.)

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Bridgestone awarded $35M USDA Climate-Smart Grant to advance guayule natural rubber production

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The US Department of Agriculture has awarded Bridgestone and several partners a $35-million grant to continue its investment in desert shrub guayule ( earlier post ) to advance a climate-smart domestic rubber industry and offer a solution for growers amid the ongoing water crisis in the Southwestern US.

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Toyota Environmental Activities Grant Program accepting application for 2017 awards

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Toyota Motor Corporation has begun accepting applications today for this year’s Toyota Environmental Activities Grant Program , which is designed to support environmental revitalization and conservation activities aimed at sustainable development both in Japan and overseas. 2016 Toyota Environmental Activities Grant Program Recipients.

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Toyota Mobility Foundation awards 10 grants for hydrogen research initiative

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The Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) has selected ten researchers to receive grants from the research program to support innovative hydrogen energy solutions launched last year. Toyota received 32 applications; a screening panel of hydrogen energy experts from universities and public research organizations determined the final grant awardees.

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FTA announces $55M for FY 2017 Low-No funding

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The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the availability of $55 million of Fiscal Year 2017 funds ( FTA-2017-003-TPM-LowNo ) for the purchase or lease of low- or no-emission vehicles as well as related equipment or facilities (Low-No). million is available under the Continuing Resolution that expires on 28 April 28 2017.

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TCEQ offering $37.8M in grants for natural gas vehicle conversions and purchases

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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is accepting applications for the Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Grant Program (TNGVGP) to improve air quality. These Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP) grants provide up to $37.8 Grant applicants must go through a participating dealer under contract with the TCEQ in order to apply.

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Na-ion battery developer Faradion collaborating with battery manufacturer AMTE Power

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Faradion’s IP portfolio, which includes some jointly-held patents, comprises 21 current patent families (including eight granted), focused on three key areas of sodium-ion technology: Cell Materials: This includes cathode, anode and electrolyte materials and preparation methods. Cell Infrastructure. Safety and Transportation.