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Ballard-powered fuel-cell electric vehicles rack up 30M km; enough to circle the globe 750 times

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Some of the FCEBs that have been operating for more than 8 years in the field have now exceeded 35,000 hours of revenue service with no major fuel cell maintenance requirements. availability in 2019. Our products have powered FCEBs and commercial trucks in 14 countries around the world, and delivered 97.3%

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Drive Electro to supply components for another 200 electric buses in Moscow

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In addition, thanks to the engineering solutions applied, the buses are able to operate even at record low or high temperatures, making them ideal for Moscow’s changeable climate. Drive Electro has previously announced plans to expand its manufacturing facilities.

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Rolls-Royce releasing mtu rail engines for sustainable fuels

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The release of engines for climate-friendly fuels requires a series of tests and trials and Rolls-Royce has found strong partners for this activity. HVO allows our customers to significantly reduce their greenhouse gas emissions with existing vehicles and engines and to make an important contribution to climate protection today.

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Tips: Taking Care of Your Treasured Corvette

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Edit Page Tips: Taking Care of Your Treasured Corvette Creating a Maintenance Checklist This article may contain affiliate links. However, with any special car from the past comes the need for adequate maintenance. But with so many different components to keep track of, it can be tough to stay on top of maintenance and repairs.

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Fuel cell electric vehicles powered by Ballard have driven more than 50M km; 70% in China

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Ballard PEM fuel cell technology and products—with the 8 th generation power module launched in 2019—have been integrated for many years into FCEVs to provide zero-emission power for vehicle propulsion in 15 countries around the world. This includes approximately 1,000 Fuel Cell Electric Buses (FCEBs) and 2,200 commercial trucks.

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Beverly, MA gets its first electric school bus; Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley powered by Proterra

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In January 2019, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) announced the availability of VW Settlement Trust-funded open grant programs aimed at reducing emissions of nitrogen oxide and greenhouse gas across Massachusetts, while supporting electrification of the state’s transportation network.

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Bloom Energy receives DNV AiP for initial design for SOFC-powered LNG carrier; ABS verification as alternative power source

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The opportunity for fuel cell-powered ships has accelerated in recent years, as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) set aggressive environmental targets to combat climate change. SHI and Bloom Energy first announced plans in 2019 to design and develop fuel cell-powered ships. DNV Approval in Principle.

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