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Hydrogen Opposed Piston Engine Working Group formed

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OP engines utilize direct injection after ports closure to avoid the risk of fuel short circuiting out the exhaust. Created with the mission to build cleaner, more efficient engines, Achates Power has an experienced staff of engineers and scientists working with leading engine manufacturers to bring the opposed piston engine to market.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. He was formerly with the University of Wisconsin and Rockwell International, and holds a Ph.D. These blends are now being used to reduce oil consumption and for cleaner combustion with fewer regulated emissions.

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Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

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Environmentalists and industries resurrected the idea in recent years as a centerpiece of measures to address global warming and growing oil imports. states (Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin) and one Canadian province (Manitoba). Representatives Henry A. Waxman of California and Edward J. Another three U.S.

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