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Tsinghua Researchers Find that Sugarcane Juice is a Good Fermentation Feedstock for Algal Biodiesel

Green Car Congress

Researchers at Tsinghua University in China have shown that sugarcane juice is a good feedstock for biodiesel production, when used to support the growth of the alga Chlorella protothecoides by heterotrophic fermentation. Most algae are photoautotrophic, and grow using CO 2 as the carbon source and sunlight as the energy supply.

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Ford unveils F-150 Lightning electric pickup; starting at $39,974; arriving in 2022

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It’s quicker than a Raptor, with standard 4x4 and independent rear suspension; a power frunk, enough juice to run your house for three days or power an awesome tailgate; and it will forever improve with over-the-air updates. America’s No. 1 auto brand is going zero emissions with America’s favorite vehicle. With the ability to offload 9.6

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The Ultimate Electric Watercraft Experience: Glide Through the Waves with the Electric Powered Motorized Surfboard

Spark Powered

You’ll never have to worry about running out of juice in the middle of an epic surfing session! The surfboard’s body is constructed using carbon fiber, ensuring that it is strong enough to withstand the rigors of high-speed surfing while remaining light enough for easy transport and storage.

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Gear up for outdoor adventures with BLUETTI’s huge spring sale

Baua Electric

Explore farther with light, easy portable power BLUETTI’s AC2A On sale now for $179 (regular price: $249). Equipped with 204.8Wh capacity, it’s the perfect grab-and go power station for ensuring you’ve got plenty of juice for your phone, portable devices, coffee makers, and other essentials for outdoor getaways, RV trips, and camping.

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Ford, Jose Cuervo team up to make car parts with bioplastic reinforced with blue agave fibers

Green Car Congress

As a leader in the sustainability space, we are developing new technologies to efficiently employ discarded materials and fibers, while potentially reducing the use of petrochemicals and light-weighting our vehicles for desired fuel economy. There are about 400 pounds of plastic on a typical car. 13 mm wide.

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Audi RS e-tron GT review: Driving the most powerful production Audi ever

EV Central

Exclusive features inside include powered sports front seats with lumbar adjust and ventilation, Nappa leather interior trim, inlays in carbon fibre, steering wheel heating, colour ambient lighting, illuminated door sills and an alarm that provides push notifications. 2023 Audi e-tron GT RS. There are four USB-C outlets in the cabin.

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Rare discount on universal Tesla level 2 EV charger at $580, Save $700 on LG smart electric ventless dryer, NIU KQI Air, and more

Baua Electric

cubic-foot Smart Front Load Electric Dryer with a ventless heat pump for $1,099 , as well as a familiar face in the form of NIU’s KQi Air Carbon Fiber Foldable Electric Kick Scooter at $1,049. 2,419) Juiced JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike (pre-order): $2,099 (Reg. It is joined by another newbie, the LG 7.8 Head below for more.