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Meta Materials acquires assets and IP of Optodot; battery separators and coating technology

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Optodot is a developer and licensor of nano-composite battery separators and infrared optical coating technologies, based in Devens, Massachusetts. Consumers want EVs with increased range and rapid charging to get back on the road quickly. Batteries need to be reliable and safe, while reducing cost to drive wider adoption.

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Massachusetts sets state GHG emissions limit for 2020 at 25% below 1990 levels, releases plan with additional measures, including Pay As You Drive auto insurance

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Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles has set the statewide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions limit for 2020 required by the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2008 at 25% below 1990 levels, the maximum authorized by the Act, saying that measures already in place will get Massachusetts much of the way toward that goal.

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EIA: California home to almost half of US plug-in electric vehicles

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Several states offer tax incentives to reduce the upfront cost of PEVs to consumers. These incentives are in addition to a federal (nationwide) tax credit, which ranges from $2,500 to $7,500 depending on battery capacity and gross vehicle weight. Electric vehicles per 1,000 vehicles.

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Nine EVs that lease for under $400/month: Ioniq 5, Solterra, Niro, Ioniq 6, more

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The number of electric vehicle models that can be leased for less than an average monthly lease cost of $400/month has grown by 50% since last August. Two of those EV models have a range of over 300 miles. Two of those EV models have a range of over 300 miles. Its 264-mile range and 0-60 time of 6.5

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News: 10 Best States To Own an EV

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The cost of buying and running an EV varies depending on where you live. The Top 10 states to own an EV are: Massachusetts. The ranges of chargers per capita varied from 7.3 EV drivers in California, Massachusetts and Maryland could save $8,000 switching to EVs because of about 10 state and local incentives. California.

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A Guide to Massachusetts EV Rebate Programs

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For Massachusetts residents and businesses, there are quite a few options available. Here’s a look at current Massachusetts EV rebates and other incentive programs. Utility and Electricity Provider Incentives and More Customers in Massachusetts can earn a variety of credits, discounts and rebates from their utility companies.

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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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