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IEA: Estonia is pioneering technologies for more efficient and cleaner use of oil shale

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An article in the latest issue of IEA Energy: The Journal of the International Energy Agency reports that Estonia, which has the most developed oil shale industry in the world, is collaborating in pursuing wider use of oil shale in a cleaner, more sustainable manner. Different that shale oil—i.e.,

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NYC congestion pricing is coming. Here’s how to get out of it

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By opting for an e-bike, you contribute to a cleaner environment, supporting NYC’s goal of becoming a more sustainable city. Plus, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of wind in your hair as you cruise through the city. They require less maintenance than cars, and you won’t have to worry about parking fees or fuel costs.

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SGH2 building largest green hydrogen production facility in California; gasification of waste into H2

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It also solves our plastics and waste problems by turning them into green hydrogen, and does it cleaner and at costs far lower than any other green hydrogen producer. It does not depend on particular weather conditions, and does not require as much land as solar- and wind-based projects. —Lancaster Mayor R. Rex Parris.

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Log9’s Pankaj Sharma on how EVs are redefining mobility | Autocar Professional

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Unlike their fossil fuel counterparts, EVs operate on a software-driven framework, enabling functionalities such as predictive maintenance and self-diagnosis while on the move. Furthermore, the increasing adoption of EVs holds the promise of leveraging cleaner energy sources.

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Smart Charging: How AI and IoT are Transforming EV Charging

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In the context of EV charging, AI can optimize charging schedules, predict maintenance needs, and enhance user experience. For instance, AI can schedule charging when there is a surplus of solar or wind energy available, leading to a more sustainable energy consumption pattern.

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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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Additionally, switching to cleaner energy sources further reduces the environmental impact of generating electricity. Finally, technology is also making EVs more eco-friendly, and as our energy grid switches to use more renewable sources like wind and solar power, EVs become even better for the environment.

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EPRI Analysis estimates costs of fully developing US smart grid could reach $476B; benefits up to $2T

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Net emissions reduction estimates factor in vehicle miles traveled, carbon savings from gasoline not burned, and the trend for the electric system to become “cleaner” – i.e., for an increasing share of power generation to emit less or no CO 2. forklifts) represents three times the current share by 2030.

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