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APRIL 15, 2019

Researchers from Northwestern University and Princeton University have explored the impact on US air quality from an aggressive conversion of internal combustion vehicles to battery-powered electric vehicles (EVs). NO x -vs.VOC-limited for O 3 , NH 3 -rich vs. NH 3 -poor for PM). coal, oil, natural gas, and biomass).

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MAY 13, 2014

Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Ames Laboratory have developed bi-functional nanoparticles that perform two processing functions at once for the production of renewable diesel via the hydrogenation of oils from renewable feedstocks such as algae. Iron is 100 times cheaper than nickel. 2014.04.009.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Researchers at Hiroshima University have greatly improved the performance of ammonia (NH 3 ) synthesis via the chemical looping process of lithium hydride by using a lithium oxide (Li 2 O) scaffold to improve the reaction kinetics. Image courtesy of Hiroki Miyaoka, Hiroshima University). —Hiroki Miyaoka, corresponding author.

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OCTOBER 25, 2020

Researchers at the University of Turku in Finland have developed a thin-layer artificial biofilm technology for sustainable and long-term ethylene photoproduction. The team optimized the production system by varying different parameters, such as radiance, inorganic carbon level, and periodicity of medium renewal.

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JUNE 13, 2017

Now, researchers from the University of Nevada and Washington State University have developed a novel efficient biphasic tandem catalytic process (biTCP) for synthesizing cycloalkanes from renewable terpenoid biomass (such as 1,8-cineole). A paper on their work is published in the RSC journal Green Chemistry. —Yang et al.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Hydrokinetic energy is an abundant renewable resource that can boost grid resiliency and reduce infrastructure vulnerability, but it is currently a cost prohibitive option compared to other energy generating sources. The 11 SHARKS projects are: National Renewable Energy Laboratory. The University of Michigan.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2014

The term “dispatchable” indicates availability as needed. Arizona State University. High-Temperature Topping Cells from LED Materials Arizona State University will develop a solar cell that can operate efficiently at temperatures above 450°C, unlike today’s solar cells, which lose efficiency rapidly above 100°C. Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 27, 2023

Made from widely available domestic feedstocks and advanced refining technologies, energy-dense biofuels provide a pathway for low-carbon fuels that can lower greenhouse gas emissions throughout the transportation sector and accelerate the bioeconomy. Hundreds of millions of gallons of drop-in 100% SAF will be unlocked. Comstock Inc.,

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OCTOBER 9, 2017

Researchers from the University of Liverpool (UK), with colleagues from Dalian University of Technology (China) and the University of Hull (UK), have developed a new process for the direct, one-step activation of carbon dioxide and methane (dry reforming of methane) into higher value liquid fuels and chemicals (e.g.,

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NOVEMBER 6, 2013

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded nearly $10 million to a consortium of academic, industry and government organizations led by Colorado State University (CSU) and their partners to research using insect-killed trees in the Rockies as a sustainable feedstock for bioenergy.

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MAY 5, 2019

Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the University of Toronto have proposed a method enabling air conditioning and ventilation systems to produce synthetic fuels from CO 2 and water from the ambient air. Envisioned modular, on-site renewable hydrocarbon synthesis system based on CO 2 capture from thin air.

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MARCH 26, 2021

A large-scale demonstration converting biocrude to renewable diesel fuel has passed a significant test, operating for more than 2,000 hours continuously without losing effectiveness. —John Holladay, PNNL scientist and co-director of the joint Bioproducts Institute, a collaboration between PNNL and Washington State University.

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MAY 3, 2012

and Algasol Renewables, a technology company with a technology for low-cost cultivation of microalgae for biofuels and high value products, intend to collaborate on the development of an integrated algae growth and harvesting system. —Miguel Verhein, executive director of Algasol Renewables. OriginOil, Inc.

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AUGUST 31, 2021

ORNL has licensed its high-powered wireless vehicle charging technology to HEVO, including the lab’s unique, compact polyphase electromagnetic coils that provide the highest surface power density available. The license covers ORNL’s unique polyphase electromagnetic coil that delivers the highest surface power density available, 1.5

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AUGUST 1, 2011

With increased availability and reduced cost of bio-ethanol, conversion of this particular bio-based feedstock to highly valuable fuels and chemicals has been an especially important research goal. At the same time, the zinc oxide’s influence prevented the ethanol-to-ethylene conversion by zirconium oxide.

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JUNE 26, 2010

Sustainable tri-reforming uses CO 2 , renewable energy and CH 4 (or biogas) to yield syngas and, ultimately, synthetic fuels and commodity chemicals. Tags: Carbon Capture and Conversion (CCC) Climate Change Emissions Fuels. Jiang et al. Click to enlarge. Jiang et al. Whole process energy balances and economics remain a critical issue.

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APRIL 21, 2020

Lloyd’s Register (LR) and the University Maritime Advisory Services (UMAS) have published their latest assessment of the current and future fuels available to shipping to help define the optimum solutions as the maritime industry seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. —“Techno-economic assessment of zero-carbon fuels”.

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MARCH 22, 2011

The conversion of biomass to cellulosic ethanol is the most efficient and productive use of biomass to create a high-octane, environmentally friendly transportation fuel, according to a perspective paper published in the Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology. Conversion pathways. Natural efficiencies. Source: Datta et al.

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JUNE 26, 2020

Although cleaner fuels are available, many companies opt for HFOs due to their low cost. Due to environmental concerns and national as well as international regulations associated with fossil based HFOs, there is a considerable need for cleaner, renewable and economic alternatives for the maritime industry.

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DECEMBER 19, 2021

According to a 2021 report by the International Energy Agency, the average amount of minerals needed for a new unit of power generation capacity has risen by 50% since 2010, as renewable energy technologies using these metals expand their reach. —Caspar Stinn. Cite this article Stinn, C., Allanore, A.

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MAY 24, 2019

Researchers from the Technical University of Denmark and Haldor Topsoe, with colleagues from the Danish Technological Institute and Sintex have developed a “ disruptive approach to a fundamental process ” by integrating an electrically heated catalytic structure directly into a steam-methane–reforming (SMR) reactor for hydrogen production.

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MAY 7, 2019

Anellotech’s core technology, Thermal Catalytic Biomass Conversion (Bio-TCat) was developed to produce chemicals and fuels from renewable, non-food biomass. 30,000 tonnes of carbon monoxide (CO) and other by-product gases will also be produced, for use in generating renewable electricity or used for chemical feedstock.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2020

A team at the University of Tokyo has demonstrated steam electrolysis using a solid acid electrolysis cell (SAEC) for the production of hydrogen. Based on the thermodynamic consideration, solid oxide electrolysis can provide the highest conversion efficiency from electricity to hydrogen if appropriate heat sources are available.

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AUGUST 23, 2011

Participants in GTI’s project included Cargill, Johnston Timber, Aquaflow, Blue Marble Energy, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Michigan Technological University. GTI says that renewable gasoline (RG) produced by the IH 2 process results in more than 90% lower greenhouse gas emissions than petroleum-based fuels.

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JUNE 3, 2011

However, because those feedstocks are limited, to produce larger volumes of biofuels other raw materials must also be used, Kathrin Sunde from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences and her colleagues noted in their open access paper published in the journal Energies. Sunde et al. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 11, 2014

Researchers at Stanford University have developed a nanocrystalline copper material that produces multi-carbon oxygenates (ethanol, acetate and n-propanol) with up to 57% Faraday efficiency at modest potentials (–0.25?volts The research was supported by Stanford University, the National Science Foundation and the US Department of Energy.

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JULY 2, 2017

The University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research (CAER) received a $1 million U.S. The center is home to the largest carbon fiber spinline at any university in North America. Department of Energy (DOE) grant to continue their research in developing low-cost, high-strength carbon fiber.

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MAY 12, 2016

The CBSCI project is a first in Canada and is aimed at creating a sustainable Canadian supply chain of biojet using renewable feedstocks. Canada has abundant agricultural and forestry biomass resources, with globally recognized sustainable production and harvesting practices.

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APRIL 6, 2016

The CBSCI project is a first in Canada and is aimed at creating a sustainable Canadian supply chain of biojet using renewable feedstocks. Canada has abundant agricultural and forestry biomass resources, with globally recognized sustainable production and harvesting practices.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Audi opened its electric initiative with the introduction of e-tron, which has been available at dealerships since March. The brand is also continuing to develop conventional engines with a focus on universal mild hybridization and the 48-volt electrical system. The generation of renewable energy will start in 2020. 97.9 - 111.9

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

A team at the University of Idaho has demonstrated that glycerol, a byproduct from biodiesel production, could be used as a substrate for producing drop-in gasoline-range biofuel. Nevertheless, very little research into the direct conversion of glycerol to gasoline-range hydrocarbons has been reported. Tropsch synthesis (FTS).

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Researchers at the University of California, Davis have developed a process for the production of branched C 7 –C 10 hydrocarbons in the gasoline volatility range from biomass-derived levulinic acid with good yield, operating under relatively mild conditions, with short reaction times. barrels of oil (117.6 gallons US).

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

In both electric- and hydrogen-favoring cases, availability of low-carbon electricity and hydrogen prolonged the use of petroleum-fueled ICE vehicles. For example, the study found that the availability of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology has a major impact on the lowest cost passenger vehicle fuel and technology choice.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2020

To support this approach, the ReFactory will also include an incubator, open to start-ups, academic partners, large groups, local authorities and intrapreneurship, as well as a training center, backed by a university center, to promote know-how and accelerate research in the circular economy.

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OCTOBER 28, 2021

The US currently relies heavily on importing advanced battery components from abroad, which exposes the nation to supply chain vulnerabilities that threaten to disrupt the availability and cost of these technologies. Battery 500 Phase 2, with BNL, INL, SLAC, General Motors and 8 universities as partners.

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APRIL 16, 2013

The renewed agreement focuses on future goals—such as designating personnel, evaluating current and potential feedstock types and systems, developing multiple feedstock supply chains, developing state and local public-private teams, communicating results, and issuing periodic reports.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

More than 100 stakeholders from government, national laboratories, universities, and industry have registered to attend this event. During the workshop, attendees will discuss potential solutions for overcoming technical and regulatory barriers to the development of renewable aviation fuel.

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