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ASTM International launches group to create standards for recovered carbon black (rCB)

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The ASTM International Board of Directors approved the launch of a new technical committee dedicated to developing standards for the growing field of recovered carbon black (rCB). James Thomas, president of ASTM International, said, “We’re thrilled to see this committee spring forth from the vibrancy of one of our existing committees.

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ARPA-E awarding $9.4M to 4 projects focused on removing sulfur hexafluoride from US grid

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Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Ga.; and Toshiba International Corporation in Houston, Texas. Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech proposes TESLA, an SF 6 -free high-voltage circuit breaker. Toshiba International Corporation. GE Grid Solutions, LLC in Charleroi, Pa.; University of Connecticut.

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Kia looks to secure US federal tax credit for EV9 in 2025

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Currently, production of the EV9 is in South Korea, but Kia is looking to start manufacturing the all-electric SUV at its West Point, Georgia plant. James Bell, head of corporate communications at Kia America noted that EV9 production should begin by the end of May at the Georgia facility.

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Honda announces next steps in preparation for EV production in US

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MAP will begin preparing for EV production as early as January 2024, by consolidating its two production lines currently making vehicles powered by internal combustion engines and hybrid-electric vehicle systems. Transmission Plant – Georgia (TMP-G). Marysville Auto Plant (MAP). Continued Production ICE and Hybrid-electric Vehicles.

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DOE, General Motors and MathWorks launch EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

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Georgia Tech. National Science Foundation; Intel Corporation; American Axle Manufacturing; Robert Bosch, LLC; PACCAR, Inc.; Siemens PLM Software; Denso International America; Horiba; Delphi Technologies; California Air Resources Board; Proterra, Inc; tesa Tape; Vector North America, Inc.; Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

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LanzaTech launches LanzaJet to produce sustainable aviation fuel

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This initial investment, coupled with participation from All Nippon Airways (ANA), will complement the existing $14-0million grant from the US Department of Energy, enabling the construction of an integrated biorefinery at LanzaTech’s Freedom Pines site in Soperton, Georgia.

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Rivian patents tailgate with gooseneck hinges

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In 2022, the corporate additionally filed a patent utility for telescoping and folding tailgates, in addition to an built-in tailgate step. Rivian just lately teased its smaller R2 electrical SUV, because of get started manufacturing in 2026 at a fresh manufacturing facility in Georgia.