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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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Hydrogen is a versatile energy source that has a key role to play in the energy transition process and therefore in climate protection. For this, molten aluminum is poured into a mould made from compacted sand mixed with resin in a process specially designed for this small-series vehicle.

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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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million (US$12 million) to subsidize the project within its “Technologies for Sustainability and Climate Protection – Chemical Processes and Use of CO 2 ” scheme. The natural gas decomposition is achieved thermally only, without any addition of oxygen or water.

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Volkswagen Group to invest more than €9.8 billion in China by 2015; efficient products and production

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At Volkswagen, we are convinced that climate protection and efficient technologies are drivers for economic growth. The new paint shops which are planned alone will use 70% less energy and 90% less water as a result of the introduction of highly innovative dry paint mist separation processes.

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U.K. Startup’s Digital Dyeing Printers Save Energy, Water

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Miles of fabrics are immersed in gigantic “washing machines” full of dye and water. For finishing treatments (anti-perspirant, crease-protection, waterproofing, etc.) Alchemie’s machines dye cotton using 95 percent less water and 70 percent less energy. They dye polyester using 95 percent less water and 85 percent less energy.

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DLR and partners inaugurate largest solar-thermochemical H2 production plant

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In the transport sector, hydrogen drives can make a significant contribution towards climate protection. With this heat, water can be split into hydrogen and oxygen. The actual water splitting occurs in the second step, which takes place at 800 to 1000 degrees Celsius. The previously reduced material is reoxidized.

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

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As Senators Graham, Kerry and Lieberman try to resuscitate the climate change bill by introducing a revised bill in mid-to-late April, twenty-three U.S. states are already actively participating in the design and implementation of three regional cap-and-trade programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Participating U.S.

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