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University of Florida IFAS, Buckeye Technologies and Myriant Partner on Research and Demonstration Cellulosic Biorefinery

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The groundbreaking is planned for this fall, with an ultimate goal of proving a level of commercial viability that could lead to a full-scale biorefinery at the site. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., Buckeye Technologies Inc., Buckeye is a producer of cellulose-based specialty products.

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Equity: More important than ever

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Look at the facts Studies show that African-Americans are 75 percent more likely than white Americans to live close enough to oil refineries, petrochemical plants, and other commercial facilities. This proximity brings a greater risk of harm by higher levels of benzene , sulfuric acid , mercury , and other potentially dangerous substances.

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DOE announces $139M in funding for 55 projects to advance innovative vehicle technologies

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Rationally Designed Lithium Ion Batteries Towards Displacing Internal Combustion Engines. Co-optimization of Vehicle Specification and Routing to Improve Commercial Transportation System Efficiency and Reduce Deadheading. Structurally and Electrochemically Stabilized Silicon-rich Anodes for Electric Vehicle (EV) Applications.

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Canoo Pickup, Kia EV6, Honda and Mini EV Plans: EV Week in Review – Mar 9-15

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Mullen Technologies aims to bring more than 400 jobs to Memphis, invest $336 million – Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Technologies is looking to expand into Memphis, creating more than 400 jobs in the process. – March 12, via Commercial Appeal. Mullen Technologies MX-05 | Image Source: Mullen Technologies.

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Axion supplying PbC batteries to Norfolk Southern for all-battery switcher and working on line-haul hybrid locomotives; micro-hybrid and stationary expansion

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In April, Axion Power International Inc received an order from Norfolk Southern Corp (NS) for PbC lead-carbon batteries for use in an all-battery-powered switcher locomotive. The Crescent Corridor is a 2,500-mile (4,023-km) rail network supporting the supply chain from Memphis and New Orleans to New Jersey. Source: NS. Earlier post.)

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