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Tesla hires longtime GEICO exec to help with insurance costs

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Insurance costs were expected to be lower because Tesla knows its vehicles better than the large insurance companies out there. However, it has still had trouble decreasing costs. states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.

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DOE to provide up to half the cost of NuScale small modular reactor project

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The project will be based in Oregon and will support additional suppliers and operations in California, Idaho, Washington, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, Kansas, Texas and Maryland. The Energy Department’s cooperative agreements require that the reactors be built domestically.

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DOE announces 15 Phase 1 semifinalists of Geothermal Lithium Extraction Prize

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As domestic demand increases rapidly, there is an urgent need to develop safe, secure, domestic, and cost-competitive sources of lithium. The Phase 1 semifinalists identified an impactful idea or solution to drive down costs of lithium extraction and, ultimately, help develop environmentally friendly, domestic sources of lithium.

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DOE awarding more than $50M to 15 projects to advance critical material innovations

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Projects selected under this funding opportunity announcement will reduce both the costs of critical materials and the environmental impacts of production. Technology Holding LLC; Next Generation Separation Method for Rare Earths Partners: Massachusetts Institute of Technology DOE share: $499,673; Cost share: $124,999; Total costs: $624,672.

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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. West Virginia. In contrast, Kentucky, West Virginia, North Dakota and Kansas had no incentives. Study Ranks Best and Worst Places To Drive Electric. That shouldn’t surprise anyone since it parallels what we know about conventional car ownership. California.

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Unraveling Electric Car Insurance Costs in 2023

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However, owning an EV is about more than just zero emissions and torque—it’s about understanding the total cost of ownership. One crucial aspect often overlooked is the insurance cost associated with EVs. From the state of residence, driving history and the specific model of EV, many factors can influence the cost.

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LA-based SMLC to lead new DOE Smart Manufacturing Innovation Institute; ~$800M for 5 new hub competitions

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The Smart Manufacturing Innovation Institute will focus on accelerating the development and adoption of advanced sensors, data analytics, and controls in manufacturing, while reducing the cost of these technologies by half and improving the efficiency of US advanced manufacturing. Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oregon State U.;