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International Copper Association pledges to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050

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The Copper—The Pathway to Net Zero roadmap builds on previous best practice guidelines by ICA. Refined copper production emitted an estimated 97 million tons of CO 2 equivalent in 2018. ICA estimates that certain industry needs and policy goals must also be met in order to hit the roadmap’s goals.

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European Commission approves up to €5.4B of public support for IPCEI Hy2Tech; 41 hydrogen projects

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The European Commission approved , under EU State aid rules, an Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) to support research and innovation and first industrial deployment in the hydrogen technology value chain. The Commission has found that the IPCEI Hy2Tech fulfills the required conditions set out in its Communication.

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Volkswagen Group 2014 sustainability report shows progress on key environmental performance indicators; Strategy 2018 and leadership in e-mobility

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The report provides information on the progress achieved in economic, environmental and social sustainability in 2013, and was drawn up in accordance with the G3 Guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). of the global passenger car market. Strategy 2018. By 2018, “Think Blue. million, which equates to 12.8%

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Germany’s BMVI awarding €23.5M to hydrogen mobility projects

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The program is intended to support the first products required for market activation in various fields of application. Günsel Fördertechnik and Fahrzeugbau GmbH, €1,024,094 for the procurement of 89 hydrogen-powered industrial trucks for intralogistic use at the BMW Leipzig plant. NOW GmbH coordinates the NIP. 6 completed.

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UQM Technologies to collaborate with Lightning Systems for Ford’s Advanced Fuel Qualified Vehicle Modifier (eQVM) program

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The Ford eQVM program provides recognition to aftermarket equipment installers that meet manufacturing guidelines and best practices for alternative fuels and advanced technologies (such as electric vehicles and hydraulic hybrids). Earlier post.)

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My Tour Operator Is a B Corp. What Does That Mean? Should I Care?

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The sheer number of sustainability certifications for the travel and tourism industry is almost overwhelming and certainly confusing. Globally, there are only 62 certified B Corps in the travel industry and 76 in accommodation and hospitality. The reality is, B Corps generally skew to the luxury side of the market.

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IHS: automotive semiconductor market up 10% in 2014 to $29B; hybrids, connectivity and ADAS major drivers

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The automotive semiconductor market did exceptionally well in 2014, according to new analysis from IHS. The semiconductor revenue in these applications is forecast to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR 2013–2018) of 20%, 19% and 18%t respectively. Safety mandates and guidelines are driving the adoption of ADAS technology.

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