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Conti CityPlus concept tire premieres at IAA Mobility

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At IAA Mobility in Munich, Germany, Continental unveiled its new tire concept Conti CityPlus. This tire technology increases the total energy efficiency of a tire by up to 10%. The special system of fillers and an optimized polymer network in the rubber compound also contribute to the tire’s high overall energy efficiency.

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Lamborghini unveils Lanzador electric concept

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Lamborghini unveiled the Lanzador electric concept at Monterey Car Week—a vision of a future purely-electric fourth series production Lamborghini. The concept for the fourth model is not just a technical demonstrator but also a refined laboratory on wheels in terms of sustainable materials.

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Statkraft to supply renewable power for Fortescue’s Holmaneset 300 MW green hydrogen & green ammonia project

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Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) has secured renewable power for its proposed Holmaneset green energy project , entering into a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Statkraft. FFI undertook a Scoping Study across Norway to identify potential locations for the development of renewable energy and port facilities.

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Elli and MITNETZ STROM publish concept for smart grid integration of EVs

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In the joint pilot project supported by E-Bridge, optimized charging strategies will be tested taking into account both regional electricity generation from renewable energies and the available capacities in the distribution grid. E-mobility and the energy industry are working hand in hand here. 5 are involved.

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Wärtsilä and partners developing emissions-free barge concept

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The other founders of ZES are ING Bank, energy and technical service provider Engie, and the Port of Rotterdam Authority. The concept is supported by the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management. The concept is based on the use of replaceable battery containers, to be known as “ZESPacks”.

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Airbus releases three hydrogen-powered concepts for zero-emission aircraft by 2035; ZEROe

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Airbus has revealed three concepts for the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft which could enter service by 2035. The concepts we unveil today offer the world a glimpse of our ambition to drive a bold vision for the future of zero-emission flight. —Guillaume Faury, Airbus CEO. —Guillaume Faury.

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Siemens Energy, FFI and GeoPura developing prototype ammonia cracker to produce hydrogen

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A Siemens Energy-led consortium has begun work in Newcastle, UK on a new £3.5 This innovative green ammonia cracker could be a game-changer for scaling up the green hydrogen industry – an important step to drive the energy transition. Siemens Energy has proven experience of innovation with ammonia. million (US$4.24

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