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International Copper Association pledges to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050

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The Copper—The Pathway to Net Zero roadmap builds on previous best practice guidelines by ICA. These include further research and development into innovative technologies for emissions reduction, the decarbonization of local power grids and regulatory certainty, including fair and stable royalties and long-term mining licenses.

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UPS-led SEUL consortium switches on smart-grid fleet charging solution in London; maxing out on EVs without expensive grid upgrades

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A UPS-led consortium has deployed new smart-grid charging technology in London that overcomes the challenge of simultaneously recharging an entire fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) without the need for the expensive upgrade to the power supply grid. in 2016.

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US Army and Air Force planning to develop 1GW of renewable energy on installations by 2025

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Energy security drives the initiatives, Hammack said, adding that increased usage of renewable energy on military installations would enable them to operate even if local power grids go down.

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The US Needs 20 Times More EV Charging Stations by 2030… Or Else

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Using the US Department of Energy’s alternative fuel locator , we can see the US has (as of this writing): 129,598 publicly available EV charging ports spread over 50,401 public charging stations. Public chargers need to be: economical equitably distributed appealing to use wired to a capable power grid This is where we come in.

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EV Charging Accessibility: Public vs. Private Charging Stations

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While the line can sometimes get blurry, if offices, multifamily properties multi-unit dwellings or other businesses limit their charging access to only residents/employees that use the buildings, then the charging is still considered private. Private Charging Cons There are drawbacks to privatized charging for electric cars.

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Calif. Energy Commission to award more than $44M for hydrogen refueling and alternative fuel vehicle projects

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In two packages of awards, the California Energy Commission approved more than $44 million to expand the hydrogen fueling infrastructure and increase the number of alter alternative fuel vehicles on the road in the state. will receive $3 million to build a 100% renewable hydrogen fueling station in Chino (San Bernardino County).

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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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Another study found that if people choose to charge their EVs during times when there’s less demand on the power grid, we could cut emissions by another 18% – and maybe even allow EVs to support the grid. Let’s not forget our carbon footprint. EVs also help reduce the “urban heat island” effect.

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