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Pioneer of Google’s Data Centers Dies at 58

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While there, he investigated how to build hardware to run more modern business applications and Web services. In 2004 Barroso was tasked with investigating ways to build more efficient data centers. For his discoveries, Rao received the 2023 International Prize in Statistics. In 1995 he joined the Digital Equipment Corp.

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J.D. Power: First-time owners find switching to EVs highly satisfactory

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What will keep first-time owners coming back to buy another BEV is the compelling experience with the safety and technology features, lower service and maintenance costs, and pure driving enjoyment. As the EV market matures, EV owners will compare the build quality to internal combustion engine (ICE) models. —Brent Gruber.

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US study of miners links heavy exposure to diesel exhaust to increased risk of lung cancer death; researchers suggest implications for urban areas with high exhaust concentrations

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According to the investigators, this is the first study based on estimates of quantitative historical exposure to diesel exhaust to yield a statistically significant, positive increase in lung cancer risk with increasing diesel exposure with adjustment for potential confounding from cigarette smoking. and other risk factors for lung cancer.

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Study finds that low carbon vehicles will make progress in closing TCO gap by 2030, but will still require financial support for wide adoption

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These lead to higher purchase prices than for conventional cars (with only an internal combustion engine) but have lower running costs as they use less and/or cheaper fuels like electricity and hydrogen. The vehicles powertrains considered were: Conventional internal combustion engine vehicles. Non-plug-in hybrids.

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EV Range Confidence – Charged and Ready

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When considering the typical 3-5 year lifespan of a lead-acid battery in a conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle, many drivers assume that an EV battery requires regular replacement. Through our app , network, uptime statistics, and consumer-friendly programs, we address challenges associated with EV ownership.

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EV Charging: A Look at the International Landscape

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According to industry statistics, the European Union had 224,538 fully functional public charging stations, as of the end of 2020. Open networks mean that property owners can select from more vendors, more drivers can use the charging stations and system maintenance and updates are easier to implement over time. Get in touch today.

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Proterra beefs up its battery expertise: Q&A CTO Dustin Grace

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The Proterra Energy division offers a turnkey electrification solution for fleets, including financing, charging infrastructure and maintenance. The company builds its own battery packs, and has a current production capacity of 500 megawatt-hours per year. Charged : Tell us more about the components that you build in-house.

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