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Worldwatch Institute report finds global energy intensity increased in 2010 for second year in a row

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Particularly during the surge of what was called the “knowledge-based economy” from 1991 to 2000, global economic productivity increased without parallel increases in energy use. In addition to technological advances, price developments play a key role in determining overall energy usage, Worldwatch notes.

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IHS Markit: global commercial vehicle production to drop 22% in 2020 in wake of COVID-19

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China slowly gaining momentum after shutdown. Most commercial vehicle factories in mainland China have returned to production. The China policy response to assist the commercial-vehicle industry has been broad, with a variety of direct and indirect supports announced, locally and nationally. decline in global real GDP in 2020.

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Cleantech Blog: Smart Grids and Electric Vehicles

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Can Electric Vehicles Speed Up As The Economy Slows Down?

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Outside of Europe, the US and China have experienced a sharp decrease in overall car sales as well. Moreover, with the massive drop in oil prices , gas-powered vehicles are more economical to operate, which makes it harder to argue that EVs will help drivers save money on fuel.

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