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California EV adoption driving steady decline in emissions: study

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This study, he adds, was the first to look at a larger area and make a connection between a decline in carbon emissions and EV adoption. According to Cohen, the findings also represent a more powerful connection between the adoption of EVs and reduced emissions than he initially thought it would. That’s the big win,” Cohen added.

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DOE to award $10.2M to 16 solid oxide fuel cell projects

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The system will operate on natural gas and connect directly to the electric grid. The University of Connecticut. LGFCS SOFC Prototype System Testing LGFCS will deploy a 250-kilowatt integrated fuel cell system on a site provided by Stark State College in North Canton, Ohio. DOE: $300,000 Non-DOE: $76,960 Total: $376,960.

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DOE awards $17M for vehicle technologies; batteries, PEEM, engines, materials, fuel

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Miltec UV International, LLC. University of Connecticut. Low-cost Titanium casting alloy This project will develop and demonstrate a new titanium alloy and its casting process using permanent mold technology for a cast titanium connecting rod. Awardees are: AWARD TABLE. Technology. Federal share. Alternative Fuel Ignition.

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features. Sonata Hybrid SE has preliminary internal estimates of 39 mpg (6.03 Next-Generation Blue Link Connected Car System.

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$112.5M awarded to research consortia studying effects of Deepwater Horizon oil spill on Gulf of Mexico

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Project Title: Deep-C: Deepsea to Coast Connectivity in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico. Lead Investigator: Eric Chassignet, Ph.D. Lead Institution: Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium. Lead Investigator: Nancy N. Rabalais, Ph.D. Project Title: The Effects of the Macondo Oil Spill on Coastal Ecosystems.

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Beyond Pizza and Yale: What to See, Eat and Do in New Haven

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Showcasing New Haven as an arts hub is the aim of the International Festival of Arts & Ideas. It’s defined by its massive trap rock ridge and is one of the most ecologically diverse areas in Connecticut, with 230 species of birds and uncommon plants such as jack-in-the-pulpit and American bladdernut.

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BMW ActiveE available for leasing in US in Fall 2011

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The BMW ActiveE ( earlier post ) will be available for lease in the metropolitan markets of Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, New York and Boston as well as the state of Connecticut beginning in Fall 2011 for $499 per month for 24 months with a down payment $2,250.

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