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IEA: global energy efficiency progress drops to slowest rate since start of decade

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Energy efficiency has tremendous potential to boost economic growth and avoid greenhouse gas emissions, but the global rate of progress is slowing, according to a new report by the International Energy Agency. Global primary energy demand rose by 2.3% in 2018, a trend that has continued since 2015 when demand grew by 2.5%.

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Study finds car dealerships pose significant barrier to EV adoption

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The researchers also found that dealers’ technological orientation, willingness to sell and displayed knowledge of EVs were main contributors to likely purchase intentions. This includes comparisons between the EV global leader Norway, an intermediate adopter (Sweden), and the less developed EV markets of Finland, Iceland and Denmark.

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Lessons From Norway’s Journey To Becoming The Global Leader In EV Adoption

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Norway leads electric vehicle (EV) adoption, boasting the highest share of new EV purchases worldwide. in 2018 and 42.4% So how did this largely rural Scandinavian country become the global leader in EV adoption? In the last five months, zero-emission vehicles have made up over 50% of its overall car sales , up from 31.2%

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Electric Car Grant | OZEV Explained

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There are many different Government grants available to support, drive and encourage the transition from petrol and diesel vehicles over to plug-in electric vehicles. Save up to £3000 on the purchase of an eligible Electric Vehicle. Own an EV or are planning on purchasing an electric vehicle within 4 months of the application.

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Rising Fuel Prices Have Imparted A Potent Boost To The Indian Electric Scooter Market

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Despite recent reductions in excise duty and VAT rates, the price of petrol in India remains high enough to put a hole in customers’ wallets. The country is noted for its high demand for scooters, which account for a significant portion of global two-wheeler sales. Aiming For Aspirational Indians. Market Potential.

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Naysayer Alert – the hydrogen red herring

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In addition, it is subject to similar refining, storage and distribution costs currently associated with petrol and diesel, including upstream CO2 emissions where the electricity required is usually generated from fossil fuels. Fourth, like all fossil fuels hydrogen is highly volatile, far more so than petrol.

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Green Hydrogen Cars: How They are Different?

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  After understanding the advantages and witnessing the growth tesla had, throughout the following decade, global automakers have been lining up with bold new promises to fully electrify their line range of cars.   Hydrogen will become increasingly prominent as the global economy decarbonizes, a process that cannot be postponed.