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Audi partnering with Climeworks on CO2 direct air capture and storage

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C using waste heat from a nearby geothermal plant to release the CO 2 molecules. —Hagen Seifert, Head of Sustainable Product Concepts at Audi. Audi is also supporting the Swiss start-up with its technological know-how, such as for the development of new heat exchanger concepts.

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Report argues advanced HD natural gas vehicles foundational for California to hit air and climate goals; near zero-emission potential

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These technologies include, but are not limited to, advanced aftertreatment and waste heat recovery; lean-burn plus lean-NO x emissions traps; integration of zero-emission miles technologies; further refinements in reducing friction and parasitic energy losses; and widespread utilization of renewable and natural gas and hydrogen blends.

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ifo Institute study projects ban on combustion engines in 2030 would affect 600K jobs in German manufacturing

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In Germany, legislation banning permits for new cars and light trucks with internal combustion engines as of 2030 is currently under consideration. From the perspective of innovation policy, therefore, the rationale for banning cars and light trucks with combustion engines appears weak. —ifa report. CO 2 emissions.

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California ARB soliciting research suggestions for FY 2012-2013 plan; sustainable communities, behavior, pollutant exposure, air pollution science, GHG targets

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The deadline to submit research concepts is 31 January 2012. ARB says that the nature and scope of the proposed research concepts will vary as will the size and duration of each project. ARB will also consider projects outside of these areas, to the extent that they provide clear and direct support to its mission.

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