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Imperium3 New York produces its first full-sized prismatic cells

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The first cells were produced using manual settings to refine the product design for future automated production. iM3NY has an exclusive North American technology license agreement with C4V, a Binghamton, NY-based R&D company with IP/patented technologies in the development and design of environmentally friendly lithium-ion batteries.

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TUM, partners to present electric aCar prototype at IAA; transport for sub-Saharan Africa

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Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and partners will present their new prototype of an electric four-wheel drive utility vehicle designed for Africa—the aCar — at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. The car is characterized by an unembellished, clear and modern design.

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Graphex Technologies in MOU with Reforme Group to develop graphite manufacturing facilities in Australia; mine-to-battery graphite supply

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This latest announcement in diversification and expansion follows Graphex’s recent raw material sourcing announcements around the world, including Canada, the US, Brazil, and Tanzania as well as active pursuits of additional resources in Canada, Africa, and Europe.

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Gravita India largest battery recycling firm enters into EV recycling business

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Under this contract, Gravita shall collect and purchase Lead Acid Battery scrap from designated locations of Amara Raja. In 2018 the Gravita has signed a contract with Amara Raja Batteries Limited for Lead Acid Battery Scrap Collection and Recycling arrangements. Gravita targets a supply of approx.

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This Rice University Professor Developed Cancer-Detection Technology

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Richards-Kortum returned to Texas with a new mission: designing medical equipment for clinics in underserved communities that could withstand harsh climate conditions and be easily repaired. She also wanted to get students involved in the work. The group has trained 10,000 medical professionals on how to use the kits.

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A closer look at graphite—its forms, functions and future in EV batteries

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Graphite is the critical component of all current anode designs. Some advanced designs use a small amount of silicon, which can store more energy. In some cases it’s a hundred percent—it really depends on the design from the battery maker. Charged : How much synthetic is used in a typical anode?

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Perspective: Why Carbon Emissions Should Not Have Been the Focus of the UN Climate Change Summit and Why the 15th Conference of the Parties Should Have Focused on Technology Transfer

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Renergie was formed for the initial purpose of raising capital to develop, construct, own and operate a decentralized network of ten modular-designed small advanced biofuel manufacturing facilities (SABMFs) in the parishes of the State of Louisiana which were devastated by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. ]. Donovan, CEO of Renergie, Inc.