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Alberta Climate Change and Emissions Management (CCEMC) Corporation Awarding C$37.5 Million in Funding for Renewable Energy Projects from Biofuels to Home Generation

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Alberta, Canada’s Climate Change and Emissions Management (CCMEC) Corporation is awarding more than C$37.5 million) to five Alberta-based renewable energy projects including waste to biofuels and energy, concentrating solar power, biogas and home generation. million (US$36.6 City of Medicine Hat , C$3 million (US$2.9

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

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Clean Manufacturing – Further reducing the environmental footprint of Ford’s operations through renewable energy, sustainable water and wastewater management, waste management, and energy-efficient buildings.

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BP to Acquire Vereniums Cellulosic Biofuels Business for $98.3M; Verenium retaining Enzyme Business

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BP and Verenium Corporation announced an agreement for BP Biofuels North America to acquire Verenium’s cellulosic biofuels business, including the facilities in Jennings, LA and San Diego, CA, for $98.3 DLA Piper LLP (US) served as legal advisor to BP. Cooley LLP served as legal advisor to Verenium. Earlier post.)

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Audi introduces new A4 Avant g-tron; Audi e-gas offered as standard

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The actual bursting pressure is much higher still and far exceeds the legal requirements. Audi and its partners produce the fuel using renewable energies, water and CO 2 or from waste materials like straw and plant clippings. TÜV Süd, a German testing and certification corporation, monitors and certifies the process.

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Why Countries Like India Desperately Need EV Battery Standardization

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According to a recent analysis, the number of electric vehicles sold in 2017 will generate 250,000 metric tonnes of battery waste. It may also pave the door for greater automation in the waste disposal process. It is efficient for corporations to minimize manufacturing costs and will forge a way to use the battery in a reusable market.

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Group of 285 global investors with more than $20T in assets under management calls for urgent action on investment-grade climate change and energy policies; guidelines for governments

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According to the group, an integrated climate change and clean energy policy framework should include: Clear short-, medium- and long-term greenhouse gas emission reduction objectives and targets, and comprehensive, enforceable legal mechanisms and timelines for delivering on these objectives and targets.

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EV Manufacturers Should Consider the Benefits of Powder Coatings

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Parts with short life cycles last longer, and manufacturers waste less money on unnecessary repairs, maintenance and production. They also emit little waste compared to paint. Powder coatings’ electrostatic nature uses 95% less waste than spray paints. Why are they not yet the industry standard?