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False Starts: The Story of Vehicle-to-Grid Power

Cars That Think

At the turn of the millennium, nearly 20 percent of the state’s generating capacity was idled for maintenance. In the 1990s, batteries had far less capacity than they do today, and for the small community of EV users, the prospect of running out of juice and becoming stranded was very real.

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Tigor EV Highway Drive: Bengaluru - Coimbatore - Ooty - Mysuru

Plug In India

Jay’s first EV was the DC motor Reva, which he bought way back in the early 2000s. Throw in costs of the driver, electricity and maintenance, that would mean a minimum revenue required of Rs. Guests are not allowed to get their dogs along, so Jungle Hut environments are deer friendly. So was his wife. 6 lakh per year.

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Traveling Through Time, Exploring the String Theory and Hugging the Giant Sequoias

Creative Greenius

My best friend, Mike Baggetta, and I started the Parks Company after learning what lousy shape the National Parks were in with billions in deferred upkeep, repairs and regular maintenance because no President or Congress is willing to adequately fund the Parks no matter what the shape of the economy at the time.

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Traveling Through Time, Exploring the String Theory and Hugging the Giant Sequoias

Creative Greenius

My best friend, Mike Baggetta, and I started the Parks Company after learning what lousy shape the National Parks were in with billions in deferred upkeep, repairs and regular maintenance because no President or Congress is willing to adequately fund the Parks no matter what the shape of the economy at the time.

Al Gore 150