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ORNL team develops new hydrothermal synthesis method for cobalt-free cathode material

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The result is a more affordable battery from a faster, less wasteful process that uses less toxic material. Using the toxic chemical increases costs, heightens health and environmental concerns, and wastes large amounts of water to reduce acidity. NMA half cells show 200 mAh g −1 capacity with 96% capacity over 100 cycles.

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DOE announces $139M in funding for 55 projects to advance innovative vehicle technologies

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VTO research pathways focus on fuel diversification, vehicle efficiency, energy storage, lightweight materials, and new mobility technologies to improve the overall energy efficiency and affordability of the transportation system. AOI 11: Improving Mobility, Affordability, and Energy Efficiency Through Transit. Waste Not, Want Hot?

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Firstgreen’s new electric skid steer loader – Charged EVs

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“In the US, we’ve seen a significant spike in interest for our skid steer loaders over the last year, with expanding use cases in waste management, landscaping, power plants, mining and more,” said Marcus Suess, Firstgreen’s US CEO.

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UNICEF: 300M children worldwide breathing air exceeding WHO pollution guidelines by 6x or more

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The report, “ Clear the Air for Children ”, uses satellite imagery to show that some 2 billion children live in areas where outdoor air pollution, caused by factors such as vehicle emissions, heavy use of fossil fuels, dust and burning of waste, exceeds WHO minimum air quality guidelines. No society can afford to ignore air pollution.

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Automakers whine about €15B fine they knew they’d risk for pushing gas cars

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And Transport & Environment, in an April 2024 analysis , showed that these targets are still reachable, just that automakers have put in little effort to reach them yet. You have known this was your job for many years now, if not decades. And you didn’t do it. And it’s not an impossible job either.

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Role of Batteries in Clean Energy Transitions – ET Auto

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Moreover, batteries are reshaping energy distribution by enabling decentralised grids, empowering communities with cleaner and more accessible energy options.One of the most pressing global challenges is ensuring universal access to reliable electricity. The concept of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology.,

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How to “Green” Your Car

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While yes, there is a huge push for EVs, realistically speaking, not that everyone can afford them. Even though you might not be able to afford something new that’s more eco-friendly, you don’t have to instantly think that all hope is lost, especially if you’re passionate about the environment and truly want to make a difference.

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