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Gulf oil giants Saudi Aramco, Adnoc set sights on lithium – ET Auto

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Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates’ national oil companies plan to extract lithium from brine in their oilfields, in line with efforts to diversify their economies and profit from the shift to electric vehicles (EVs), three sources told Reuters.

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Biomass fuels: challenges and opportunities – ET Auto

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Lignocellulosic biomass, a renewable and abundant resource, holds great promise for sustainable production of valuable chemicals and fuels, currently derived mainly from oil. Biodiesel, derived from renewable sources like vegetable oils and animal fats, serves as a cleaner-burning alternative to petroleum-based diesel fuel.

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2023 Honda Accord features fourth-generation two-motor hybrid system; hybrids to account for 50% of sales

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Enhancements include an upgraded direct-injection system and new cold-active catalyst, plus a high-rigidity crankshaft and oil pan to reduce engine noise. This includes apps such as Google Assistant, Google Maps and more on Google Play for a helpful, personalized and connected driving experience.

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Hindustan Zinc may put off demerger – ET Auto

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Also, it hasn’t presented any other restructuring plan for the government’s consideration,” said one of the persons quoted above. Download ETAuto App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App The post Hindustan Zinc may put off demerger – ET Auto appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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Biofuels- paving the way for low carbon future in mobility – ET Auto

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A key reason behind the government mandates is the varied benefits of biofuels; Apart from emission reduction, biofuels can have a significant impact across areas such as crude oil import reduction, boosting energy security and delivering wider socio-economic benefits by supporting the farm economy.

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Transport Canada issues emergency directive to increase rail safety following Lac-Mégantic disaster

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On 19 July, The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) issued two urgent Safety Advisory Letters to Transport Canada (TC) in relation to its ongoing investigation into the Montreal, Maine & Atlantic Railway (MMA) petroleum crude oil unit train derailment on 6 July 2013 in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec. million gallons of oil.

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Plug In America - Links and Resources

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