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Global EV and PHEV sales rocketed in January, but here’s why analysts are gloomy

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The reason for their pessimism is total sales of electrified vehicles actually fell by an alarming 26 per cent compared to December 2023, with subsidy cuts in both France and Germany as well as a poor performance in China blamed for the fall in demand.

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ArcelorMittal Europe to produce “green steel” starting in 2020

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The project will reduce the volumes of coal needed in the iron ore reduction process, thereby cutting CO2 emissions. At ArcelorMittal Dunkerque a study has been launched to build a large-scale DRI plant, combined with an electric arc furnace. Smart Carbon with hydrogen.

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WinGD wins type approval for biggest and most powerful LNG engine; first application in CMA CGM ultra-large container ships

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We mobilized our worldwide teams of engine specialists, especially in China, in France and in Germany, at each of the critical phases of the certification process. The certification process of WinGD’s 12X92DF engine was a long process due to the size and complexity of the engine.

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EEA says industrial air pollution cost Europe up to €169 billion in 2009; some 37% attributed to CO2

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Understanding is most advanced in evaluating the health impacts of the major regional air pollutants, and builds on previous peer-reviewed analysis such as that undertaken to inform the CAFE Programme. The analysis builds on existing policy tools and methods, such as the methods developed under the EU’s Clean Air for Europe (CAFE) program.

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Peugeot 308 plug-in hybrid EV joining local line-up in 2023

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Peugeot has continued its steady electrified build-up in Australia confirming the arrival of a plug-in hybrid version of the new 308 small car in 2023. seconds and can emit just 26g of CO2 per kilometre, although once the battery has been depleted it will be a lot more than that. 2023 Peugeot 308.

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France offers funding to low CO2 projects

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France is continuing to establish itself as one of the leading green forces in Europe and now the French environment agency ADEME has awarded €57million via its technology demonstrator to 11 low carbon vehicle projects. Tags: Green cars Latest news France low carbon vehicle projects.

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France unveils 14 point plan for electric cars

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France is the latest country to throw its name into the hat with its minister for ecology, energy, sustainable development and the sea, Jean Louis Borloo, presenting a national 14-point plan to accelerate the development and commercialisation of electric cars and plug-in hybrids. It is hoped to have 100,000 vehicles by 2015.

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