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XL Fleet and eNow partner to electrify refrigerated trailers

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a provider of solar and battery power systems that enable fully-electric Transport Refrigeration Units (eTRUs) for Class 8 commercial trailers. eNow has pioneered the development of mobile solar battery charging systems to the commercial fleet market since 2011. XL Fleet Corp.

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“Project Volt Gas Volt” proposes long-term financing plan to support widespread implementation of power-to-gas systems

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Project Volt Gas Volt is based on a long-term financing plan and the use of existing technologies for the large-scale conversion of surplus renewable electricity to methane, with subsequent reuse. This would help speed up the return on investment in VGV for the development costs of the energy transition. Diagram: Isabelle Plat.

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Munich Re insuring battery performance; stationary first, EVs in second phase

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For example, if the repair or replacement costs of defective or weak battery modules exceed a predetermined amount, the insurance then covers the rest. It will also become easier to obtain project financing, because the maximum costs for any warranties are capped by the insurance cover.

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Benchmark: global battery industry needs to invest $514B to meet demand in 2030; $920B by 2035

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This includes spending on renewables such as wind and solar as well as grid and other infrastructure. Energy storage might form a relatively small piece of the overall financing required, but it is a strategically critical piece of the puzzle. The cost of geopolitics. trillion in 2022, IRENA said.

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IRENA report finds renewable power costs at parity or below fossil fuels in many parts of world

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The cost of generating power from renewable energy sources has reached parity or dropped below the cost of fossil fuels for many technologies in many parts of the world, according to a new report released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Real weighted average cost of capital is 7.5% Source: IRENA.

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More details about California’s proposal requiring bidirectional charging capabilities for all EVs

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In recent testimony, Nuvve CEO Gregory Poilasne told the lawmakers that bidirectional charging can reduce the total cost of EV ownership, and that it’s essential for integrating more renewable energy into the grid. Then it takes the DC from the bus, or car, and converts it back to AC to provide power for the grid.

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Li-ion maker Electrovaya plans acquisition of plant with 0.5 GWh capacity

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Financing is planned through debt and grants. Products from this captive plant will now be expanded to broader markets including utilities, energy storage of wind and solar, aerospace, micro-grids, marine and automotive industries while maintaining supply to its present customer.

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