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VERBIO begins production of biomethane from corn stover in Iowa; first-large scale plant in US

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We have expanded the plant to include biomethane production based on the model we use at our German locations, and now we are providing green fuels for the American market manufactured from excess maize straw. This turns driving vehicles into a form of climate protection. —Claus Sauter, CEO of VERBIO AG.

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Tesla Model Y converted into green hydrogen car to show “Hyper Hybrid” innovations

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But while the idea to produce a climate-friendly car is admirable, the vehicle Germany used for the project was quite questionable. Karliczek, for his part, noted in a press release that such a project is incredibly important since “green hydrogen” is a valuable building block for climate protection. .

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BASF and RWE proposing 2GW offshore wind farm for green electricity and hydrogen for chemical industry

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The aim of the “Offshore-to-X” project is to electrify the production processes for basic chemicals, which are currently based on fossil fuels. Power-to-heat: Electrode boilers and high-temperature heat pumps will make it possible to use green electricity instead of fossil fuels to produce process heat.

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Mahle showcasing new SCT motor at IAA Transportation

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In addition, MAHLE is presenting its newest systems solutions for battery electric drives, fuel cells and cleaner combustion engines which can also be fueled with hydrogen. Fuel cell peripherals. The technology group uses this expertise in its latest fuel cell technologies. Earlier post.). MAHLE flat membrane humidifier.

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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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California’s Climate Protection Strategies do not help meet NAAQS Standards. If the near zero technologies outlined in this paper are developed in the time frame described herein, they will dramatically enhance the state’s ability to meet air quality standards and climate protection objectives. Click to enlarge.

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

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Clariant, Haltermann and Mercedes-Benz have fleet-tested high-octane sunliquid 20 fuel—containing 20% cellulosic ethanol produced from straw—since January. Use of sunliquid 20 also resulted in a 50% improvement in particle emissions count in contrast to the EU 5 reference fuel. Earlier post.) sunliquid process.

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Member of Swiss National Councils fills up with sunfire solar diesel to call attention to need for regulatory reform

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In an event in Bern, Switzerland, Swiss National Council member and president of the Clean Fuel Now initiative Thomas Böhni filled up his Audi A2 with 100% synthetic diesel (Audi e-diesel) produced by sunfire GmbH to draw attention to the need to remove what he terms unjustified Swiss restrictions on synthetic fuels. Earlier post.).

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