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Chevrolet introduce electrified AWD Corvette: 2024 E-Ray hybrid

Green Car Congress

The new E-Ray—available in removeable roof coupe and hardtop convertible models—is the only sports car pairing two separate propulsion systems to provide naturally aspirated V-8 power with electrified responsiveness powered by eAWD. It is designed for quietly exiting a neighborhood, with a maximum speed of 45 mph.

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New Flyer supports San Francisco launch of emission-reducing Green Zones; geofencing for EV mode

Green Car Congress

Green Zones support San Francisco’s approach to greenhouse gas reduction, taking advantage of the latest battery-electric technologies to convert the SFMTA’s (Muni’s) fleet of hybrid buses into part-time electric buses, as an intermediate step on the way to full electrification of the fleet by 2035. New Flyer of America Inc.

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Rivian to turn coal mine to solar energy center in Kentucky

Teslarati

Rivian plans to convert the Starfire Mine in Kentucky to a solar energy center. It will be one of Kentucky’s largest renewable power projects once converted. ” Rivian showroom to open in luxury Chicago neighborhood Once complete, the Starfire coal mine will be the BrightNight Starfire Renewable Energy Center.

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Swedish EV battery maker Northvolt will get US$400 million from Ontario pension investmrent

Baua Electric

billion) Ontario pension investmrent is making an investment by means of convertible notes, mentioned Matthew Mendes, its head of infrastructure. Northvolt’s effort is to put together an international provide of batteries the usage of in the neighborhood sourced renewable power. billion (US$55.5

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Hover-1 Switch is a 2-in-1 electric scooter + skateboard for $170, more in New Green Deals

Electrek

Ready to cruise around the neighborhood this fall? It converts from an electric scooter to electric skateboard depending on what you need, and is down to $170 today, coming within $20 of its all-time low. Well, the Hover-1 Switch is. Plus, you’ll find discounts on electric lawn mowers and much more below, as well.

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San Francisco selects BAE Systems Series-ER for 68 transit buses for Green Bus Zones

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The technology allows the city to convert the fleet into part-time electric buses as an intermediate step to full electrification. The nine green zones are located in population-dense neighborhoods most affected by air pollution. But the path to zero for each city is unique, so the company is getting creative.

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Ford, Ford Credit introduce sustainable financing framework prioritizing EV, clean production, community investments

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Actions such as the debt tender offer and the issuance of 0% convertible notes earlier this year, together with anticipated broader access to capital from the new sustainable financing framework, are consistent with Ford’s objectives to further strengthen its balance sheet and financial flexibility and return its credit ratings to investment grade.

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