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UN Sustainable Transport Conference calls for accelerated action to achieve net-zero emissions

Green Car Congress

The Second UN Global Sustainable Transport Conference concluded with a call to accelerate progress towards achieving sustainable transport that would result in major reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and in improving the lives of millions of people. Progress is insufficient. However, challenges remain.

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Tesla Gigafactory Berlin final environmental approval conference to be held Friday

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A conference about Tesla Gigafactory Berlin’s final environmental approval has been scheduled for tomorrow, March 4, 2022. Teslarati was able to confirm the event through a representative from the office of Brandenburg Environment Minister Axel Vogel. Invitations to the press have been distributed.

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Live Updates: Tesla Giga Berlin final environmental permit press conference

Teslarati

The approval was discussed by Brandenburg Minister-President Dietmar Woidke during a press conference today. The following were the topics discussed during the press conference, as well as some notable updates and quotes during the press conference (Quotes provided by Google Translate unless otherwise stated). .

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Teijin Frontier develops first tire cord made from eco-friendly adhesive and recycled polyester

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Teijin Frontier will now begin to develop reinforcing-fiber applications for various rubber products, including tire cords, belts, hoses and other diverse uses. The company will start test production of its new tire cord in 2023, targeting annual production of 200,000 tons by 2030. Teijin Frontier’s new tire cord.

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Audi using augmented reality to increase efficiency in logistics planning

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The virtual presentation of three dimensional holograms that are shown in their actual environment helps planners to better evaluate the future situation. The “LayAR” system (for “layout” and “augmented reality”) supports Audi logistics planners when setting up new logistics structures in an existing production hall.

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Simulate EV power electronics in real-time (Webinar) – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Switching from a purely virtual environment to an entirely real environment can present unnecessary challenges. Join this webinar , presented by dSpace, to learn how to use a real controller running production code with real-time simulation of the power electronics stage. Reserve your spot—it’s free!

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ADEME selects two Air Liquide hydrogen mobility projects for funding

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Two hydrogen mobility projects led by Air Liquide—Hype and HyAMMED—were selected in January 2020 by ADEME (French Environment & Energy Management Agency) as part of the second closing of its “Hydrogen Mobility Ecosystems” call for proposals. Hype is developing the world’s first fleet of hydrogen-powered taxis.

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