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Methanol Institute releases two reports on methanol as safe, efficient and clean fuel

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The Methanol Institute (MI) released two new reports on the use of methanol as a safe, efficient and clean alternative fuel for cars, trucks and buses. The Methanol Institute serves as the trade association for the global methanol industry.

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Vale partners with Wabtec on ammonia fuel study and orders three FLXdrive battery electric locomotives

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The deal includes an order for three of Wabtec’s FLXdrive battery locomotives and a collaboration to test ammonia as a potential clean, alternative fuel to replace diesel. This way, we would have a clean operation at EFC. — —Alexandre Silva, Manager of Vale’s Powershift Program.

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Advent Technologies and Alfa Laval partner in marine methanol-powered fuel cell development project

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Advent Technologies Holdings will collaborate with Alfa Laval, a global provider of heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling products, on a project to explore applications of Advent’s methanol-powered high-temperature proton exchange membrane (HT-PEM) fuel cells in the marine industry.

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SK Group closes $1.6B investment in Plug Power to advance hydrogen strategy; new Hydrogen Business Development Center

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The partnership is part of a long-term, multi-billion dollar plan by SK to help lead the global transition to a hydrogen economy and make meaningful progress toward a more sustainable energy system. These actions include: SK Group closed on its investment and strategic partnership with Plug Power, a company based in Latham, N.Y.

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CEO’s Take on 2024: Cost efficiency and tech skills make India a global force in auto parts sector, says Nirmal K. Minda, CMD, Uno Minda – ET Auto

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While India has a position as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, its motor vehicle penetration per capita remains significantly lower compared to the global average. Q: Do you think the Indian auto component industry has the potential to become a global manufacturing hub and play an important role in the global value chain?

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Deutsche Post DHL Group sees mass market potential for synthetic fuels in 5-10 years

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We also need to accelerate the transition from fossil fuels to clean alternative energy sources. A global knowledge base is needed if we are to develop common standards. Some of the alternative fuels available today can already help significantly reduce emissions with minor or no modifications to engines and infrastructures.

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California Air Resources Board Launches $20M in Funding Assistance for Heavy-Duty Hybrid Trucks and Buses

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Hybrid vehicle technology can reduce truck and bus emissions by 20 to 50 percent, including gases that contribute to global warming. ARB created the financial incentive program from AB 118 funding to help Californians purchase cleaner, but more costly hybrid vehicles. ARB has partnered with CALSTART to administer the program.