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Battery recycling shatters the myth of EV waste – ET Auto

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Clean electricity matters Fully assessing when an EV hits its breakeven point depends on the source of electricity used for battery manufacturing and charging the vehicle. Cleaner electricity means a shorter payback period, but even in regions that still get electricity from coal, EVs eventually win out.

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Battery recycling shatters the myth of EV waste – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Clean electricity matters Fully assessing when an EV hits its breakeven point depends on the source of electricity used for battery manufacturing and charging the vehicle. Cleaner electricity means a shorter payback period, but even in regions that still get electricity from coal, EVs eventually win out.

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E-Waste is a Cybersecurity Problem, Too

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million metric tons of electronic waste in 2019, up more than 21% over five years, according to the United Nations’ most recent assessment. Only about 17% of that e-waste was recycled, and what happens to the rest can be detrimental for both human health and privacy. The world generated a record 53.6 We have so, so, so many devices.

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Role of Batteries in Clean Energy Transitions – ET Auto

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India recently achieved a significant milestone in its journey towards clean energy with the commissioning of a 40 MW/120 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Chhattisgarh. However, beyond celebrating this achievement lies a broader recognition of the crucial role batteries play in driving clean energy transitions worldwide.

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IEA: Estonia is pioneering technologies for more efficient and cleaner use of oil shale

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An article in the latest issue of IEA Energy: The Journal of the International Energy Agency reports that Estonia, which has the most developed oil shale industry in the world, is collaborating in pursuing wider use of oil shale in a cleaner, more sustainable manner. Different that shale oil—i.e.,

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How Eco-Friendly Transportation Boosts Business Success

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Manufacturing In the manufacturing industry, using green transportation processes leads to less waste and greater cost savings through increased operational efficiency. Encourage shared mobility to and from the business and use an employee shuttle to efficiently take employees to their destinations without wasting fuel or time.

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Why Electrifying the Supply Chain Is More Important Than Ever

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Adopting EVs promotes cleaner air, less waste and makes green energy commonplace. The post Why Electrifying the Supply Chain Is More Important Than Ever first appeared on Clean Fleet Report. Their negative impact on the environment is too much to ignore. The choice affects customers, B2B partners and the planet.