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Canada’s Budget 2022 calls for C$3.8B to launch Critical Minerals Strategy

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billion) in funding to make zero-emission vehicles more affordable and to build a national network of charging stations. Among its measures is up to C$3.8 billion (US$3 billion) to implement Canada’s first Critical Minerals Strategy to capitalize on a growing need for the minerals used in everything from phones to electric cars.

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The Importance of Recycling and Repurposing EV Batteries

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Usage Patterns: High-speed driving and frequent fast charging can shorten battery life. Charging Habits: Practices like not consistently charging to full capacity can help prolong battery life. This cost reduction can be passed on to consumers, making EVs more affordable and accessible.

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DOE to award almost $20M to new research and development projects for advanced vehicle technologies

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This topic seeks proof-of-concept, or seedling projects that complement the VTO Battery500 Consortium’s research to more than double the specific energy (to 500 watt-hours per kilogram) of lithium battery technologies which will result in smaller, lighter weight, less expensive battery packs, and more affordable electric vehicles.

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This is Volkswagen’s Brilliant Strategy To Dominate The EV Market!

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But despite the similarities, there was a major difference between the Model T and Model S which was ‘AFFORDABILITY’. The cathode, one of the two electrodes that stores and releases a charge, is the most expensive part in each cell. Expansion Of Charging Network. Room for customization of vehicles(They had a variety of options).

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