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ETH Zurich catalyst can convert polypropylene directly into motor oil with high selectivity

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This suggests that the design of catalysts that can control the selectivity of this process is challenging. The work provides some guidelines for catalyst design in the field of plastic hydrocracking. Martin, Javier Pérez-Ramírez (2021) “Direct Conversion of Polypropylene into Liquid Hydrocarbons on Carbon?Supported

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Researchers develop wave-energy-driven CO2 reduction system for production of carbon-based liquid fuels

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A team from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, and Georgia Tech has developed a a wave-energy-driven electrochemical CO 2 reduction system that converts ocean wave energy to chemical energy in the form of formic acid, a liquid fuel. Leung et al. In addition, Zi et al.

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EV conversion business profile: British Off Road, QLD

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A beautiful electric converted 1969 Volkswagen Beetle rolls silently out into the sunshine, while an immaculate VW Kombi is in the final stages of receiving its new electric heart. EV conversion specialist British Off Road’s electric 1969 VW Beetle. Why did you start doing EV conversions?

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SCAQMD awards AC Propulsion $300K grant for 3 electric service van conversions

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AC Propulsion will launch the conversion program by developing the electric propulsion system and conversion process for the full-size vans that are used by service fleets nationwide. The converted vans will run on electricity only and will charge directly from the power grid. Earlier post.).

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AC Propulsion and AutoPort, Inc. Partner to Develop EV Conversion Prototype for US Postal Service Feasibility Study

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AC Propulsion and AutoPort , an automotive conversion, restyling and processing company, will partner in engineering, development and conversion to provide an Electric Vehicle conversion prototype and report for the United States Postal Service. AutoPort will convert the vehicle on-site at its facilities in New Castle, Delaware.

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European aviation sector and NGOs agree on sustainability of future fuels

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In the first phase of SAF deployment through 2025, waste oils are the likeliest source of low-carbon fuel due to their low carbon intensity and ease of conversion. Technical advice was provided by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT).

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How Corporations Can Help the U.S. Reach its EV Goals

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The City of Easthampton, Massachusetts announced in April that it is transitioning its city-owned vehicle fleet from gas to electric, and will be the first city to offer an EV adoption benefit to employees who convert. And large corporations like Amazon aren’t the only ones currently converting their fleets from gas to electric.