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Novozymes and Fiberight Showcase Ethanol Produced from Waste Office Paper and Cardboard in Drive Demonstration in Washington

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Novozymes has received two contracts from the DOE for its research efforts to bring down the cost of enzymes and improve their efficiency in converting cellulose to biofuels. As a result of this work, Novozymes has been able to achieve significant reductions in enzyme costs over the years, notably a 50% reduction announced in 2009.

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Smart-grid project matches wind to electric cars | Green Tech - CNET News

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Charging consumers to more accurately reflect the actual cost of a product--in this case energy--will lead consumers to change their behavior, smart-grid advocates say. The high cost of fuel this past year seriously damaged our economy and society. This past year the high cost of fuel did serious damage to our economy and society.

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U.S. EV buyers will get the $7,500 tax credit with a few catches

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The United States Electric Vehicle Tax Credit is one of the most notable advantages of purchasing a battery-electric car. Senate on Tuesday will require the cost of the vehicle to be under $40,000. Earlier this year, a $12,500 EV tax credit was discussed. A new amendment passed by the U.S. A new amendment passed by the U.S.