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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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Adopted in 2014, AFID ( Directive 2014/94/EU ) creates the framework for the development of an alternative fuels infrastructure in Europe, including electricity for electric vehicles as well as hydrogen for fuel cells and LNG for shipping.

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Singapore MPA, DNV GL expand R&D partnership to include autonomous systems and intelligent shipping

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Marine environment and resources; projects which are designed to cut emissions and boost fuel efficiency, through improvements in operational maintenance, and also research into LNG as an alternative fuel.

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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

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The US Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center also has a tool which compares the annual emissions of an EV versus internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle on a national or state level. EVs require less maintenance and therefore have lower maintenance costs. They’re safer.

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Air Canada to conduct biofuel flight from Toronto to Mexico City

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Air Canada is operating its first flight with biofuel today to highlight the airline's commitment to the environment. The flight is supported by Airbus and is part of an environmental demonstration by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to coincide with the Rio +20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development.

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How EV Charging Supports Healthcare Facilities

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With less maintenance and lower fuel costs , switching to an electric fleet can significantly reduce the cost of operating your fleet. Promoting Sustainability Statista found that about 44% of consumers globally said they were more likely to buy from a brand with a clear commitment to sustainability.

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NASA rolls out new strategic vision for aeronautics research

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The new strategic vision seeks to expand the relevancy of NASA’s research and is based on three themes: understanding emerging global trends; using those trends to drive research directions; and then organizing NASA''s aeronautical research work in response to those drivers.

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CaFCP report concludes California needs 68 hydrogen fueling stations by end of 2015 to support first commercial wave of fuel cell vehicles

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The total cost to expand to 68 stations, and provide operations and maintenance support until the stations become profitable is estimated at $65 million. This multi-pronged approach established the minimum number stations needed to provide convenient and reliable fueling for early FCEV customers.

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