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CARB adopts new In-Use Locomotive Regulation; zero emissions in state starting in 2030

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Companies will be able to use the funds to purchase, lease, or rent Tier 4 or cleaner locomotives, or for the remanufacture or repower to Tier 4 or cleaner locomotive(s). Funding programs are available, particularly for companies that are taking early action or those looking to go beyond the regulation’s requirements.

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8 Reasons Government Grants Should Include Funding for Level 1 Charging Infrastructure

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As we wait for Congress to fully return from their recess and vote on various legislation, I continue to be extremely concerned about how as much as $10 billion in federal government grants will be be spent on EV charging infrastructure. In short, I’m predicting what I call the “overcharging of America.”.

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A123 Systems 8K filing says substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern; status of grants and incentives

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In addition, the company recorded an inventory charge of approximately US$15.2 The Company is actively engaged in discussions with strategic partners for substantial investments in the Company. In addition, the Company is evaluating various options to raise cash in the capital markets. Earlier post.).

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DOE Inspector General review finds automotive Li-ion battery maker LG Chem Michigan misused Recovery Act funds; DOE management, low market demand contributory

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The review also found that work performed under the grant to LG Chem Michigan had not been managed effectively. Only about 60% of the production capacity set forth in the grant agreement was constructed even though nearly $142 of $151 million (94%) of DOE’s share of project funds had been spent.

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Solazyme announces successful commissioning of integrated renewable oil production biorefinery in Peoria, Illinois

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The IBR was partially funded with a federal grant that Solazyme received from the US Department of Energy (DOE) in December 2009 to demonstrate integrated commercial-scale production of renewable algal-based fuels. is a renewable oil and bioproducts company that transforms a range of low-cost plant-based sugars into high-value oils.

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Li-ion manufacturer Ener1 files pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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million in federal grant funding under the stimulus package. The Company filed a proposed Disclosure Statement and Plan of Reorganization with the Court and anticipates completing the restructuring process in approximately 45 days. In 2009, Ener1 subsidiary EnerDel received $118.5

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Michigan Awards $543.5M in Tax Credits to Four Battery Makers, Who Announce Plans for $1.7B Investment in Li-ion Battery Plants in Michigan

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million in tax credits to four battery companies announcing plans to invest more than $1.7 The four companies receiving the tax credits and announcing plant plans are Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions LLC; KD Advanced Battery Group LLC; A123Systems Inc.; The joint venture of The Dow Chemical Company, Kokam America Inc.,