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SoCalGas contributing $500K to Sierra Northern Railway-led hydrogen fuel-cell switcher locomotive project

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The project was selected for funding by the California Energy Commission, which awarded Sierra Northern Railway and GTI nearly $4 million in March to fund the design and demonstration of the train in Sacramento, with the goal of creating a clean alternative to diesel locomotives.

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IPG to demo Flameless Ceramic Turbine for clean, off-grid power in EV charging

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Flameless combustion eliminates all pollutant emissions such as NO x , CO, and PM, and enables the fuel-flexibility that is crucial in creating demand for clean alternative fuels, accelerating the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.

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CEO’s Take on 2024: Cost efficiency and tech skills make India a global force in auto parts sector, says Nirmal K. Minda, CMD, Uno Minda – ET Auto

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While India has a position as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, its motor vehicle penetration per capita remains significantly lower compared to the global average. As EVs are gaining traction, advancements in battery technology, fast-charging infrastructure, and increased range are redefining the landscape of automobiles.

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US DOE Awards $300 Million in Clean Cities Grants to Support Alternative Fuels, Vehicles, and Infrastructure Development

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Metropolitan Energy Information Center’s Midwest Region Alternative Fuels Project. The initiative also includes projects to educate the public about the benefits of using clean burning, domestically produced natural gas in vehicles. Tags: Biodiesel Electric (Battery) Ethanol Fleets Fuels Heavy-duty Hybrids LNG Natural Gas.