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Calif. Energy Commission approves energy efficiency rules for battery charger systems; automotive chargers exempted

Green Car Congress

The California Energy Commission approved a first-in-the-nation energy efficiency standard that will reduce wasted energy by battery chargers commonly used to power cell phones, laptop computers, power tools, and other devices. Energy consumed to charge batteries is increasing in California.

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National Drive Electric Week 2021: Talk about great timing

Electric Auto Association

Plans for the September 25 through October 3 event have been made around the country to take full advantage of this opportune climate. Bronze Level sponsors include Edison International , Enelx , Community Partners , California Clean Air Day , Climate Action Reserve , and Electric For All. states and Canada.

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National Drive Electric Week 2021: Talk about great timing

Electric Auto Association

Plans for the September 25 through October 3 event have been made around the country to take full advantage of this opportune climate. Bronze Level sponsors include Edison International , Enelx , Community Partners , California Clean Air Day , Climate Action Reserve , and Electric For All. states and Canada.

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Nickel expert calls on Musk, Farley, others to demand Nickel sourcing in North America

Teslarati

Nickel increases energy density and therefore driving range, which is an essential metric for EV owners. “We used to refer to LFP cells as ‘golf cart batteries,'” he said. Musk eventually landed a nickel supply deal with Minnesota-based Talon Metals in January.

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Proud of its roots

Electric Auto Association

Members of the Denver Electric Vehicle Council tour the Xcel Energy Cherokee power plant. I cut the frame and extended it, and then a guy from the DEVC donated a golf cart motor,” he explained. “I We did a tour of the Xcel Energy power plant in Denver where we got to see the different generators. Air Force Academy. “We

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Electric Car Makers: Oregon Wants You - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Home Page Todays Paper Video Most Popular Times Topics Search All NYTimes.com Energy & Environment World U.S. Firefly Energy is the most prominent of these companies. Ted Kulongoski behind the wheel of Nissan’s prototype electric vehicle. Mr. Kulongoski wants to make Oregon the go-to state for electric vehicle production.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

billion in Department of Energy loans to develop new fuel-efficient vehicles, including the Volt. I still believe that the first automaker to create a diversity of hybrids will become king, while we wait for energy generation, distribution and costs to come down. You guys go ahead and buy your 40 mile per charge GM golf cart.

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