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Biomass to sugars and lignin company announces new name, new CEO, $30M in funding and a $75M deal with Mississippi to build plants in state

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Virdia, formerly HCL CleanTech, a developer of cellulosic sugars, announced a number of major company milestones, including a new brand and CEO, its latest funding round, and a $75-million deal with the Mississippi Development Authority to build manufacturing plants in the state. Earlier post.)

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Arbor Renewable Gas evaluating West Baton Rouge for $800M renewable gasoline and green hydrogen plant

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Operating as Magnolia Renewable Fuels LLC, the new facility would produce renewable gasoline from wood waste biomass sourced from Louisiana and Mississippi timber operations. The company estimates development of the facility would generate up to 880 construction jobs at peak construction.

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Mullen Automotive scores $150 million in new capital, will put Bollinger B4 into production – Charged EVs

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We wrote at the time that his company’s rugged, no-nonsense electric work trucks should find a lot of buyers, if the company could navigate the shoals that have wrecked most of the EV startups. The trucks are also eligible for federal EV tax credits of up to $7,500.

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Mullen’s electric trucks earn CARB certification, qualifying for over $45k in customer savings

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Seven months after kicking off production of its Class 3 electric trucks in Mississippi, EV startup Mullen Automotive has secured fruitful environmental compliance and approvals from CARB and the EPA. However, only the commercial customers in those 14 CARB-compliant states plus D.C. We shall see.

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$1.3B methanol plant slated for South Louisiana

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billion in a new methanol production facility on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. As a liquid hydrocarbon product, methanol is easily distributed as an intermediate feedstock for chemical manufacturers in the Gulf Coast region and to foreign markets. James Parish. Austin, Texas-based Zero Emission Energy Plant Ltd.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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Promote a robust market for vehicle manufacturers, utilities, equipment service providers, and support industries that ensures a consistent user experience, customer choice, and allows for a streamlined permitting process. Enhance American manufacturing competitiveness, innovation, and the development of advanced technology.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV

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Flash Drive: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV A Stand-Out Electric Sedan Not all auto manufacturers are abandoning sedans for SUVs; some are even growing their stables of what for decades was the most popular car in America. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

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