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Siemens presents three-point plan for implementing cost-efficient energy transition in Germany

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This scenario would ensure that Germany meets its climate targets, Siemens said. The climate goal can be reached by 2030 with fewer renewable energy sources at substantially lower costs. The regulations for plants that are already in operation, however, would remain unchanged to guarantee investment security and legal certainty.

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“Energiewende” in a tank; Audi e-fuels targeting carbon-neutral driving with synthetic fuels from renewables, H2O and CO2; Swiss policy test case

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We are trying to build awareness that you can make a climate impact with existing cars. Audi’s e-fuels portfolio, especially on the liquid fuel side, is still in development, with the medium-term goal of industrial-scale commercialization. The automobile industry already invests in the production of CO 2 -neutral synthetic fuels.

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Audi TechDay e-mobility, Part 2: systems and components

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The German Automobile Industry Association is working together with automotive manufacturers on uniform cell standards, Audi said. In Europe, legal regulations on the crash properties of hybrid and electric vehicles are currently under discussion, while in the USA and Japan relevant standards and requirements are already in place.

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Gas War: 25 States Sue EPA Over Updated Emissions Regulations

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.& “The clean vehicle transition is already here — it’s where the industry is going, the major automakers support our standards, and California is hitting our goals years ahead of schedule. We won’t stop fighting to protect our communities from pollution and the climate crisis.” We just aren't buying it," Coleman said.

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