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ARPA-E awards $2.1M to Marine BioEnergy for open ocean farming of kelp for hydrocarbon biofuels

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Marine BioEnergy, Inc. The surplus methane from CHG beyond that used for process heat and hydrogen synthesis can be sold, or in a future version of the concept, used to power the harvesters so that all processing can occur at sea and the harvesters do not need to return raw kelp to dock. was awarded $2.1

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Pilot Project Sends Kelp–and Carbon–to the Seafloor

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What sets it apart is its ambitious vision of fully automated, solar-powered, floating kelp farms to spur local economies and regenerate marine ecosystems while sequestering carbon. But his concept has evolved. The Climate Foundation is one of several startups growing kelp to remove carbon dioxidefrom the ocean.

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ABS provides first approval in principle for floating Rankine cycle renewable energy plant

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Marine classification society ABS has issued its first Approval in Principle (AIP) for a new concept renewable energy design in which a moored spar uses ammonia in a closed-cycle process to produce electrical power for a commercial utility grid. —Barry Cole, OTI’s Executive Vice President and Director of Technology Development.

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H2Carrier receives AiP from DNV for P2XFloater floating hydrogen and ammonia facility

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The concept is based on proven floating production, storage and off-take technologies combined with an e-control system capable of balancing renewable electricity feedstock through a fully integrated PEM and Haber-Bosch system. H2Carrier will build, own and operate a fleet of P2XFloaters.

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Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2

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There’s a second location in Corte Madera in Marin County. The freeway jaunt was to San Rafael, in Marin County, which meant open freeways, bridge crossings and a short test loop through town, where I showed off the car’s rocket acceleration to my son. Charging and Efficiency. Enquiring minds always want to know about charging.

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RAND study concludes use of alternative fuels by US military would convey no direct military benefit; recommends energy efficiency instead

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In response to a congressional directive for a study on alternative and synthetic fuels, the US Department of Defense asked RAND to analyze whether alternative fuels can meet the needs of the nation’s military in a climate-friendly and affordable manner. Opportunities to Produce Alternative Fuels with Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions.