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CARB adopts new In-Use Locomotive Regulation; zero emissions in state starting in 2030

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The new rules offer flexibility to come into compliance, including alternatives to meet milestone deadlines and extensions for reasons that can include issues with available technologies or emergency situations. Additionally, billions in federal grants and rebates to reduce air pollution are available for operators, CARB said.

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USC study shows promising potential for giant-kelp-based biofuel with depth-cycling approach

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But in open oceans, the sunlit surface layer lacks nutrients available in deeper water. million federal grant to cover the cost of the USC Wrigley Institute study. However, farming kelp requires overcoming a few obstacles. which has a commercial interest in the research and contributed part of its $2.6-million Reed, David W.

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Li-ion manufacturer Ener1 files pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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million in federal grant funding under the stimulus package. Of this amount, a new debtor-in-possession (DIP) credit facility of up to $20 million will be available upon Court approval to support working capital needs during the restructuring. In 2009, Ener1 subsidiary EnerDel received $118.5

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4,400 Chevrolet Volt Owners to be Eligible for Free Home 240V Charging Stations

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To encourage consumer purchases of electric vehicles, federal grants and other funds have been awarded to install more than 15,000 home charge stations. At the time of purchase, Volt buyers will receive a portable 120-volt charge cord, and will have the option of installing a 240-volt charge station available from Chevrolet.

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CAP report estimates US will need 14M new PEVs and >330k new public charging outlets by 2025 to meet Paris targets

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The report, which focuses specifically on what states can do to ensure that adequate charging infrastructure is available, reports that while many states are well on their way to having the public Level 2 and DC fast charging infrastructure needed by 2025, the country needs significantly more to meet the Paris Agreement goal.

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Valence Applies for $225M in DOE Funds for Advanced Battery Production Facility

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Valence submitted its application requesting the federal grant funds over a three-year period and plans to fund the remaining $359.4 Valence submitted its application requesting the federal grant funds over a three-year period and plans to fund the remaining $359.4 million (61.5% million (61.5%

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Chrysler Group Awards UM-Dearborn $3.1M to Support Development of Plug-in Hybrid System for Ram Pickup Project

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billion in federal grant monies awarded to accelerate the manufacturing and deployment of hybrid electric vehicles and new-generation batteries for a project to develop, validate, and deploy 220 advanced plug-in hybrid electric pickups and minivans. Earlier post.).

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