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ITM Power to launch 100 MW electrolyzer plant designs at Hannover Messe 2017

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ITM Power will showcase a series of large scale electrolyzer configurations up to 100MW in size at Hannover Messe 2017 (24 - 28 April). However, reformers have start-up times in excess of three hours, leading to unwanted periods of downtime for planned and unplanned maintenance. Power-to-gas energy storage.

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SoCalGas & California Energy Commission funding project to test hydrogen fuel cell technology for harbor craft; led by ZEI

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The powertrain consists of a state-of-the-art hydrogen storage system, automotive-style fuel cell power system, safety system, control and automation system allowing for a powertrain with increased range, simple maintenance, and no emissions. Supported boat speeds range from a few knots to more than 50 knots.

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Eni and Hera Group partner on conversion of used vegetable oil to renewable diesel for waste collection vehicles

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Compared to conventional diesel, Enidiesel+ features a renewable component that reduces polluting emissions by up to 40%, consumption by about 4% and engine maintenance costs. In 2017 alone, 800 tons of waste vegetable oil were collected, recovered and processed for use either as lubricants or energy.

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DOE awards up to $47M each to 3 offshore wind projects

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The Energy Department selected three offshore wind demonstrations to receive up to $47 million each over the next four years to deploy innovative, grid-connected systems in federal and state waters by 2017. Dominion’s project will demonstrate installation, operation and maintenance methods for wind turbines located far from shore.

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Statoil to build the world’s first floating wind farm: Hywind Scotland

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Production start is expected in late 2017. The pilot park will cover around 4 square kilometres, at a water depth of 95-120 meters. The onshore operation and maintenance base will be located in Peterhead, also drawing on resources from Statoil’s existing office in Aberdeen. The wind farm will power around 20,000 households.

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New SoCalGas truck loan program for fleets interested in switching from diesel to near-zero natural gas trucks

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g/bhp-hr, and the engines also meet or exceed the 2017 EPA greenhouse gas (GHG) emission requirements. engines, the ISX12N features a new engine control module with improved durability, on-board diagnostics, an enhanced, maintenance-free three-way catalyst, and a closed crankcase ventilation system. g/bhp-hr) since 2001.

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Alstom and NTL launch electric Aptis as new mass transit mobility solution; four steerable wheels; Paris trials

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Aptis has four tires instead of six for buses, there is an air-cooling system for the motor instead of traditional water-cooling; components are more accessible as they are located on the roof. Aptis will undergo test runs in Paris and in the Ile-de-France region during the second half of 2017.

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