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Ford Europe reveals Transit Smart Energy Concept; maximizing EV efficiency and range

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Ford has revealed the new Transit Smart Energy Concept—a one-of-a-kind 10-seater minibus that is helping the company explore solutions for maximizing the energy efficiency and driving range of electrified vehicles. The energy is provided by the high-voltage battery, presenting a significant challenge to the vehicle’s driving range.

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ATI FlyZero project finds green liquid hydrogen most viable zero-carbon emission fuel for aircraft

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The independent study brought together experts from across the UK to assess the design challenges, manufacturing demands, operational requirements and market opportunity of potential zero-carbon emission aircraft concepts. The regional concept, powered by fuel cells, carries 75 passengers up to 800 nmi at a speed of 325 knots.

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Bentley introduces electric EXP 12 Speed 6e concept at Geneva; high-speed inductive charging for grand touring

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Bentley Motors unveiled the EXP 12 Speed 6e concept at the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show. The role of the EXP 12 Speed 6e concept is to gauge public and customer feedback to shape Bentley’s future luxury strategy. This concept enables us to engage with luxury customers and gather feedback on our approach.

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Extreme E electric off-road racing series to begin in January 2021

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Due to commence in January 2021, the off-road racing action will be staged in five areas of outstanding natural beauty currently under threat from climate change: the Arctic, the Himalayas, Sahara desert, the Amazon rainforest and islands in the Indian Ocean. Artist concept. Launched on board the former Royal Mail Ship St.

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OGCI makes first three investments: Achates Power, Solidia, and gas power with CCS

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The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative ( OGCI ) has made its first three investments , moving forward the organization’s commitments to spur the growth of promising low carbon technologies. Launched in 2014, the Oil and Gas Climate Initiative is a voluntary, CEO-led initiative which aims to lead the industry response to climate change.

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Nornickel presents market review of nickel and platinum group metals

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In early 2023, nickel has been the worst performer among base metals on the London Metal Exchange (LME). Ultimately, it contradicts the very concept of electric vehicles being an environmentally-friendly and climate-change-favorable type of transport, Nornickel said.

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Experts view on future transportation fuels

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Since internal combustion engines will remain the primary mode of choice for mobility in the foreseeable future, both alternative (renewable) fuels and high-performance combustion concepts/ engines using fuels adapted for that purpose will be preferred for reducing the combustion impact on climate change.