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IEEE Young Professionals Take On Climate Change

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Developing technology to address the causes of climate change, mitigate its impact, and adapt to the crisis is one of IEEE’s top priorities. To assist with that effort, the IEEE Young Professionals group this year launched its Climate and Sustainability Task Force. Partnering with IRENA, the U.N.,

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Stellantis CEO says U.S. and UK elections next year may slow EV sales

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and the United Kingdom (UK) next year, warning that the political climates could play a role in the sale of electric vehicles (EVs). Tavares noted the possibility for a slowed electrification ramp at a press conference outside of Stellantis’s Mirafiori plant in Italy in a statement to Automobilwoche (via Automotive News ).

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Los Angeles launches New Mobility Challenge 2018

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Winners of the 2018 LA New Mobility Challenge will also be featured alongside some of the most promising innovators in the world recently selected from the 2018 California Climate Cup, a part of the Governor’s September Global Climate Action Summit.

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ACEA, Hydrogen Europe and IRU call on EU to ramp up investments in hydrogen refueling infrastructure

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In addition, incentive schemes for renewable and low-carbon hydrogen mobility are much needed to make it affordable. Unfortunately, hydrogen refueling infrastructure is severely lacking in Europe today, putting at risk the development of this innovative zero-emission solution, the organizations said.

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IEEE President’s Note: Young Technologists Grow Their Careers With IEEE

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These offerings include unparalleled networking opportunities at more than 2,000 international conferences—both in person and virtual—as well as access to the finest technical literature, resources for continuing education, and innovative collaboration opportunities with colleagues worldwide. Everyone can participate and contribute.

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Nissan and ENEL announce V2G system, launch smart grid trials in Europe

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At the 21 st UN Conference on Climate Change (COP21) in Paris this week, Nissan announced the development of a Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) system which will allow drivers to operate as individual energy hubs with the ability to store, use or return electricity to the grid. Endesa 10 kW bidirectional charging point for EVs. Click to enlarge.

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Indian Prime Minister says countrys demand for hydrocarbon fuels will increase >40% over next 10 years

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India’s demand for hydrocarbon fuels over the next 10 years will increase by more 40% whereas the increase in the supply from maturing oilfields is expected to be around 12%, said Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh in an inaugural address at the Petrotech 2010 conference in New Delhi. —Prime Minister Singh.