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UN Sustainable Transport Conference calls for accelerated action to achieve net-zero emissions

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The Second UN Global Sustainable Transport Conference concluded with a call to accelerate progress towards achieving sustainable transport that would result in major reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and in improving the lives of millions of people. Connectivity is also an issue. Progress is insufficient.

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How Smart Energy Management for EV Charging Is Connected to the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference

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We found ourselves thinking about how Smart Energy Management for EV charging is connected to the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference; Countries from around the world continue to focus on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as a key strategy for reducing the rate of global warming.

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IEEE’s Plan To Help Combat Climate Change

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The IEEE Board of Directors formed an ad hoc committee on climate change in February to coordinate its response to the global threat. Rahman: Its charter is to develop a cross-IEEE strategy to synchronize and guide the organization’s response to changes in the global climate. Why should IEEE be involved in combating climate change?

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Recap: EV Connect at FedFleet 2023

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General Administration (GSA) , EV Connect was honored to participate as an exhibitor at this year’s successful FedFleet Conference on January 24-26, 2023, in Washington, DC. As a comprehensive federal EV charging solution provider selected by the U.S

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Connect with Engineers Worldwide Through the IEEE App

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One of its many features is connecting members with other app users who have similar interests or affiliations, or live nearby. The app can recommend upcoming conferences and meetings based on your interests and location. The IEEE app can help. More than 1 million people are already using it.

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Radar Imaging Could Be the Key to Monitoring Climate Change

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Moreira’s technology also helps to track the effects of climate change. While leading a research team at the DLR in the early 1990s, Moreira saw the potential of using information gathered from such radar satellites to help address societal issues such as sustainable development and the climate crisis. He received the IEEE Dennis J.

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Volvo Trucks, UMN partner with local fleets for extreme weather field testing of Volvo VNR Electric truck batteries

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The BTMS is a dedicated heating and cooling system connected to the batteries with the purpose of avoiding the chemical reaction slow down or potential cell damage in extreme conditions. The EMS also enables higher efficiency and longer range through advanced eco-route planning.

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