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Why EVs Aren't a Climate Change Panacea

Cars That Think

“Electric cars will not save the climate. There are two major reasons for this: first, EVs are not going to reach the numbers required by 2050 to hit their needed contribution to net zero goals , and even if they did, a host of other personal, social and economic activities must be modified to reach the total net zero mark.

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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. All the app’s personalized features require permission from users to share their information. The IEEE app can help. More than 1 million people are already using it.

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IEEE President’s Note: Connecting the Unconnected

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At IEEE, we know that the advancement of science and technology is the engine that drives the improvement of the quality of life for every person on this planet. The world saw the need for universal broadband connectivity for remote work, online education, telemedicine, entertainment, and social networking.

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Rivian collaborates with non-profit to preserve biodiversity and fight climate change

Teslarati

Rivian announced a collaboration with a non-profit organization called The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to preserve biodiversity, fight climate change, and keep adventures wild. Rivian’s products have been developed to inspire and enable people to seamlessly connect with the natural world,” said Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe.

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Recap: EV Connect at FedFleet 2023

EV Connect

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. This year’s in-person event brought together representatives from various offices in the GSA, the U.S

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Hyundai collaborates with Google Assistant in further connecting homes to cars

Green Car Congress

Blue Link brings seamless connectivity directly into Hyundai cars with technology such as Remote Start with Climate Control, Destination Search powered by Google, Remote Door Lock/Unlock, Car Finder, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, and Stolen Vehicle Recovery. Remote Start with Climate Control. Remote horn/lights.

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Four Startups Aim to Change the Climate Tech Game

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Starting a company to develop an energy technology that fights climate change is hard—a lot harder than starting a software company. That’s what John Hennessy, Stanford professor (and former president) and chairman of Alphabet , told attendees at the Stanford Global Energy Forum , held in-person this month on the Stanford University campus.

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