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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

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In the EV world, there is a concept called “well to wheel emissions,” which considers fossil fuel emissions during the charging process depending on the electricity generation itself. EVs require less maintenance and therefore have lower maintenance costs. They are less costly to drive at $1.24 per eGallon (US Average).

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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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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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At Blink Charging, we prioritize sustainability and continue developing and refining our sustainability practices throughout our organization. Finally, technology is also making EVs more eco-friendly, and as our energy grid switches to use more renewable sources like wind and solar power, EVs become even better for the environment.

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DOE releases five-year strategic plan, 2014-2018; supporting “all of the above” energy strategy

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The plan is organized into 12 strategic objectives aimed at three distinct goals: Science and Energy; Nuclear Security; and Management and Performance. The President’s Climate Action Plan contains a goal of doubling renewable energy generation from wind, solar, and geothermal sources between 2012 and 2020.

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Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited

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Designed to cut through the wind with underbody aerodynamic panels and a 0.28 The back-end has horizontal LED taillights and round, chrome-tipped twin exhaust ends that are integrated into a wind-channeling lower fascia. Maintenance – Two years/25,000 miles. A Driver’s Interior. Premium – $28,955. Just drive.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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Wind noise was low with a respectable 0.34 These are the top ratings from each testing organization. Two Free Scheduled Services – Per Maintenance Schedule. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Coefficient of Drag (Cd).

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Royal Academy of Engineering study examines future lower-carbon ship powering options

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The report reviews a range of short-, medium- and long-term technologies and examines the advantages and limitations of systems from solar and wind power, through fuel cells to nuclear propulsion. Biofuels are potential medium-term alternatives to conventional fuels for diesel engines. Medium- to long-term options.

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