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This Nigerian Startup’s Minigrid Began as a School Project

Cars That Think

After he graduated from the Federal University of Technology in Owerri, Nigeria, his plan was to get a high-paying job at one of the multinational oil and gas companies based in the country. That incident—as well as Orajaka’s new fascination with renewable energy technologies, specifically solar—changed his career trajectory.

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TUM, partners to present electric aCar prototype at IAA; transport for sub-Saharan Africa

Green Car Congress

Solar modules mounted on the roof of the aCar gather energy throughout the day. Optional solar collector sheets can be unrolled to significantly increase the amount of solar energy produced for self-contained battery charging. The battery can be loaded from an ordinary 220 volt household wall socket within 7 hours.

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IEEE Forms Board Dedicated to Its Humanitarian Activities

Cars That Think

The MOVE truck is equipped with satellite Internet access, IP phone service, and the ability to charge up to 100 cellphone batteries simultaneously. The vehicle has a generator as well as three solar panels that sit on the roof. It also has a mobile television—for tracking storms—and radios for communications.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

Electric vehicles typically have a smaller operating carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. There are thousands of public electric vehicle charging stations across New Zealand. Learn more about New Zealand’s public charging network here.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

Electric vehicles typically have a smaller carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. While 80% of EV drivers globally charge their EV at home which can be done from inside your garage or carport with appropriate safety in place, there is still a need for public charging infrastructure.