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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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Raven SR and Chart Industries to collaborate on hydrogen and carbon capture

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In addition, CO 2 can be a feedstock for concrete or alternative fuels such as eFuels. By partnering with Chart Industries, Raven SR will be able to optimize our facilities’ production of clean fuels, strengthening both project deployment and regional fuel supply.

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

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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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US Navy launches its first solar-powered EV charging station

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The carport will enable NSA Mid-South to recharge its current fleet of 17 electric vehicles with renewable electricity in approximately four hours, while reducing demand on the commercial power grid. Construction began in March 2013, and was completed in late April.

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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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AC vs. DC Power: What's the Difference for Electric Vehicles?

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DC Power DC electricity is current that constantly runs in one direction. This is the power found in fuel cells, solar cells and batteries. While DC power was mostly supplanted by AC for power grid purposes, it has made a resurgence lately due to many modern technologies running on DC power.

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California Energy Roadmap Targets Outlines Activities to Support Electrified Transportation; Sufficient Charging Stations to Support 1M Plug-ins by 2020

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Four California state agencies and the independent power grid operator have released a new plan and vision for California’s energy future in advance of the Air Resources Board consideration of a first-in-the-nation rule requiring that a third of California electricity come from renewable sources by 2020.

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