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T&E study: Europe’s growing use of animal fats in fuels is becoming increasingly unsustainable; 8,800 dead pigs for Paris-NY flight

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But projections obtained from Stratas Advisors, a consultancy, shows that animal fats are expected to be the most common waste feedstock used in SAFs, alongside used cooking oil. Like all waste biofuels, the availability of animal fats is limited. Details of the exact feedstocks used in SAFs are often vague.

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Ford Announces New Mustang Appearance Package, Anniversary Event, and Mystery Update

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Ford took a victory lap this week after realizing the Mustang is now the only traditional front-engine, rear-drive, V8-powered American sports coupe that’s still available after 60 years on the market. But it’s likely that Ford will be learning as much about its customers as it will be educating them about future products.

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IBM releases fifth annual Next Five in Five list of near-term significant innovations; personalized routing for commuting/transportation makes the cut

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IBM unveiled the fifth annual “Next Five in Five”—a list of innovations that have the potential to change the way people work, live and play over the next five years. Also on the list of five is the arrival of advanced batteries, including air batteries (e.g., Lithium air), but targeted initially at small devices.

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EPA reinstates Toxics Release Inventory reporting requirements for hydrogen sulfide after 17-year hiatus

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TRI is a publicly available database that contains information on toxic chemical releases and waste management activities reported annually by certain industries and federal facilities. It can also result from the breakdown of organic matter, and is produced by human and animal wastes.

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Kohl’s Department Stores expands charging station initiative with 18 additional locations; 101 stations in total

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These charging stations will be available at select Kohl’s stores through 31 December 2013, after which Kohl’s will assess opportunities to expand upon the effort. Additionally, Kohl’s has expanded its partnership with ECOtality, Inc. to install 30 EV charging stations at 15 Kohl’s locations across Illinois, Texas and Wisconsin.

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California Energy Commission to award up to $28.59M for hydrogen refueling stations in 25 areas

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Of the funding available, up to $3.0 Renewable hydrogen” is defined as hydrogen produced from: Eligible renewable feedstocks including biomethane or biogas such as biomass, digester gas, landfill gas, sewer gas, or municipal solid waste gas; or other feedstocks demonstrated to achieve the sustainability goals. fueling stations.

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Feature: Eco-driving Is Easy

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Similarly, selling or trading in your old vehicle can prevent materials from being wasted too. This list of diagnostic Apps will help you improve your eco-driving habits. Opting for a hybrid car is a huge step to take, but it will make a huge difference. among the many choices (in the U.S.) Change Driving Habits. Choices are out there.