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Mercedes-Benz Cars plants in Germany to be supplied with CO2-neutral energy from 2022

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Thereby, we completely forego coal-based electricity and obtain our electrical energy from only renewable sources. Today, new plants in Europe are already planned with a CO2-neutral energy supply from the start. The decision also fits with our overall strategy.

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German power-to-gas facility opens green methanation plant; €28M STORE&GO project

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STORE&GO focuses on the integration of PtG into the daily operation of European energy grids to investigate the maturity level of the technology. Electricity grid type (transmission grid; municipal distribution grid; regional distribution grid). Type of CO2 source (biogas; waste water; atmosphere).

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Audi e-gas plant qualified to participate in balancing market to stabilize grid

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It is therefore important to have flexibly available consumers such as the Audi e-gas plant to buffer load peaks and thereby stabilize energy grids. The Audi e‑gas plant in Werlte (Emsland) is able to respond to even slight load changes in the electricity grid to balance them out.

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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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Finally, technology is also making EVs more eco-friendly, and as our energy grid switches to use more renewable sources like wind and solar power, EVs become even better for the environment. They can be charged using clean energy, reducing their environmental impact. Ready to get started on reducing your own carbon footprint?

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BMW, Ford, Honda to Form New EV Charging Company

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Engineers have discussed the assumed need for localized energy storage as the demand for electricity grows and tapping into EVs could be a clever way of avoiding having to construct warehouse-sized battery hubs. The companies are hoping to sell the concept as a way to help “decarbonize” the energy grid.

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How EVs Charge Your Sustainability Strategy

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One of the most common sustainability goals for businesses is reduce CO2 emissions. And while the energy grid is slowly becoming more “clean” as suppliers switch to renewable sources, business owners can also make a difference. The report also mentions that high carbon intensity grids (i.e.

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Top Renewable Energy Trends in the Automotive Industry

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Integration of AI and Smart Energy Management Artificial intelligence (AI) and smart energy management systems are optimizing renewable energy use in the automotive sector. AI-Powered Charging Networks : Companies like ChargePoint and Tesla use AI to optimize charging station energy efficiency.