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Senate passes sustainable chemistry act as part of military spending bill

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The act directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy to convene an interagency entity under the National Science and Technology Council with the responsibility of coordinating federal programs and activities in support of sustainable chemistry.

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President Obama establishes Task Force on Climate Preparedness and Resilience, issues executive order

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The Executive Order (EO) “Preparing the United States for the Impacts of Climate Change,” signed today directs Federal agencies to: Modernize Federal programs to support climate-resilient investments: Agencies will examine their policies and programs and find ways to make it easier for cities and towns to build smarter and stronger.

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New Automotive Technology Companies Struggle for Recognition in DC

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Aptera’s application for $75 million from the DOE’s ATVM loan program has sparked a debate not only over whether or not to recognize a 3-wheeler (i.e., The DOE ruled last year that Aptera’s 2e did not qualify under the $25 billion loan program because a three-wheeled vehicle doesn’t meet the definition of an automobile under federal law.

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DOE announces $26.6M SBIR/STTR FY15 Phase 1 Release 2 awards; fuel cells, batteries, power electronics and efficient combustion engines

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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) are Federal programs in which agencies with large research and development (R&D) budgets set aside a small fraction of their funding for competitions among small businesses only. 150,000.00. 149,935.00.

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How to Select the Right Charging Level for Your Parking Facility

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Funding Programs for EV Charging There are often funding opportunities for commercial property managers looking to install EVSE, like the U.S. federal government’s Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit. Not sure if your business qualifies for one of the federal programs?

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Study details viable pathway to develop sustainable aviation biofuels industry in Pacific Northwest; hydroprocessing of natural oils seen as the most immediate opportunity

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environmental conditions and spur regional economies. The stakeholders also urge continuing and expanding key programs under the Farm Bill and other federal. programs, and ensuring that aviation fuels and promising feedstocks qualify for incentives detailed in these programs.

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Hyundai to offer Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle to LA-area retail customers in spring 2014; Honda, Toyota show latest FCV concepts targeting 2015 launch

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This also is why Honda is an enthusiastic participant in a federal program, H 2 USA. The collaboration expects to succeed by sharing technological expertise, economies of scale and common sourcing strategies. Earlier post.). TOYOTA FCV CONCEPT. Toyota FCV Concept Click to enlarge.

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