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CESifo: EVs not the best option for reduction in on-road CO2 in Germany given power mix

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Unfortunately, due to our grid situation, electric cars are still too early for this strategic goal in the sense of German climate protection efforts. According to the study, natural gas combustion engines are an ideal technology for transitioning to vehicles powered by hydrogen or “green” methane in the long term. —Prof.

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MAHLE criticizes EC CO2 regulation proposal for abandoning technology neutrality

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Last week, the European Commission adopted a package of proposals to make the EU’s climate, energy, land use, transport and taxation policies fit for reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels (Fit for 55). Earlier post.). As a result, all new cars registered as of 2035 will be zero-emission.

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Uniper to make Wilhelmshaven German hub for green hydrogen; green ammonia import terminal

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It is essential that Germany and Europe remain industrial powerhouses: If we want to achieve this and still hit our ambitious climate protection targets, we need hydrogen to power sectors such as steel production, the chemicals industry or in freight, shipping and air transport. Axel Wietfeld, CEO Uniper Hydrogen.

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$12M German project to develop technology for syngas production from CO2 and H2; new hydrogen production method

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In the first step, an novel high-temperature technology will process natural gas to obtain hydrogen and carbon. million (US$12 million) to subsidize the project within its “Technologies for Sustainability and Climate Protection – Chemical Processes and Use of CO 2 ” scheme.

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Promising results from Mercedes-Benz fleet test of Clariant high-octane cellulosic E20

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The cellulosic ethanol in sunliquid 20 demonstrates greenhouse gas emission savings of up to 95% across the entire value chain (well-to-wheel perspective) without competing with food production or agricultural acreage. The prior experiences from the pilot project are optimistic, as are greenhouse gas emission savings regarding efficiency.

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The European electric vehicle market continues to grow

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The Norwegian government’s climate protection goals and related support policies have played a significant role. million charging posts to achieve the 55 percent reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions it has set as its goal. According to statistics, Norway’s electric car sales have accounted for 64.5%

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U-Mich researcher’s first-principles analysis challenges conventional carbon accounting for biofuels; implications for climate policy

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Nevertheless, biofuels are controversial because of the uncertainties that surround their net climatic benefits; the conditions that need to be met for beneficial biofuel systems; and differences in methods, data and assumptions used for evaluation. Capturing or avoiding release of CO2 when using carbon-based fuels onboard vehicles.

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