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Converting Coal Power Plants to Nuclear Gains Steam

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Department of Energy (DOE) released a report suggesting that, in theory, over 300 former and present coal power plants could be converted to nuclear. DOE analysts flagged only 35 recently retired and 96 operating coal sites that could house a large light-water reactor within half a mile. On 13 September, the U.S.

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Nikola marks 100-salesorder milestone for Nikola Tre Hydrogen FCEV Class 8 truck; bolstered by HVIP

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With a range of up to 500 miles and an estimated fueling time of approximately 20 minutes based upon expected technology improvements, the Nikola Tre FCEV is anticipated to have among the longest ranges of all commercially available zero tailpipe emission Class 8 trucks. Deliveries of the purpose-built heavy-duty trucks will begin in Q4 2023.

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Toyota 2017 Mirai fuel cell vehicle remains $57,500; 312-mile electric range

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Mirai customers also may qualify for an $8,000 federal tax credit and $5,000 potential California rebate along with access to the California HOV carpool lane. The Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle is a zero-emission vehicle with an EPA-estimated driving range of 312 miles (502 km); it refuels in around five minutes.

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GM hints at an affordable Chevy Camaro EV: A $35,000 real electric pony car?

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Among the considerations were a 2+2 coupe, convertible, and two- and four-door SUVs. With the $7,500 EV tax credit included, prices could fall to as low as $27,500. GM says the Ultium battery enables +300 miles range (the Silverado EV gets 440 miles) and a 0 to 60 mph in as little as 3 seconds.

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Two case studies outline how Houston and Loveland are saving money with EVs in their fleets

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Loveland is now aiming to convert all of its light-duty fleet vehicles that work within a close distance of the city to EVs. In 2010, the city converted 15 Toyota Prius hybrids to plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Through seven months of operation, the two vehicles have traveled 4,000 and 2,000 miles respectively.

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2023 was a tremendous year for both EVs and Plug In America!

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Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Clean vehicle tax credits kicked into high gear in 2023. New federal EV tax credits were expanded and updated, and credits for used and commercial EVs became available for the first time in January.

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Altech-Eco Receives Final EPA Certifications for Dedicated and Bi-Fuel 2010 Ford Focus CNG/Gasoline Conversion Systems

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Altech-Eco’s EPA approved Dedicated 2010 CNG Ford Focus conversion system converts the Focus to run exclusively on CNG, and the system includes a manufacturer rated CNG cylinder with fuel storage capacity of 8.6 Altech-Eco provides a lifetime warranty on all conversion system emissions components.