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Delhi startup develops air-purifying motorcycle helmet

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An anti-pollution helmet developed by a Delhi-based startup can help 2-wheeler riders breathe cleaner air. The product, at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) level 9 has been granted utility patent and is now being sold in all parts of the country priced at Rs. 4500/- (US$56).

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Electric Car Grant | OZEV Explained

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Electric Car Grant. There are many different Government grants available to support, drive and encourage the transition from petrol and diesel vehicles over to plug-in electric vehicles. A government electric car grant such as these, tend to come down as knowledge and infrastructure progress. Plug-In Electric Car Grant.

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EU research project IDEALFUEL seeks to develop marine low-sulfur heavy fuel oils from biomass; Bio-HFO

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Although cleaner fuels are available, many companies opt for HFOs due to their low cost. Due to environmental concerns and national as well as international regulations associated with fossil based HFOs, there is a considerable need for cleaner, renewable and economic alternatives for the maritime industry.

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Obama climate plan calls for new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018; cleaner fuels and investment in advanced fossil energy

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In terms of investment in innovation for cleaner energy, the plan calls for: Investment in advanced fossil energy projects. In addition, the President has directed his Administration to purchase cleaner alternatives to HFCs whenever feasible and transition over time to equipment that uses safer and more sustainable alternatives.

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Australian Government establishes A$300M fund to support hydrogen projects

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The ARENA round is a $70-million grant program aiming to demonstrate the technical and commercial viability of hydrogen production at a large-scale using electrolysis. The A$300 million (US$193 million) Advancing Hydrogen Fund will be administered by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC).

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Colorado approves goal to make 82% of car sales electric by 2032

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Coloradans want low- and zero-emissions vehicles because they help them get where they’re going while breathing cleaner air and saving money. Instead of prohibiting gas car sales, the state says it hopes to direct consumers toward some of its grants and other programs making EVs easier to access.

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Fact or fiction? Will smart charging save you money 

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In the UK, for example, you can get an EV home charger for a fraction of its total price through the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme Cost effective Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular around the world, and for good reason. They offer a cleaner and more sustainable way of driving. Extra help But why stop at home?