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Leveraging Parking Lot Solar Panels for EV Charging

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It sounds like a utopian dream: rows of electric vehicles staying cool and charging away beneath solar panels while their owners shop, dine and conduct business. Can Solar Panels Produce Enough Juice? It’s possible to construct off-grid charging stations, but they come with hassles, such as storing power when the sun doesn’t shine.

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NREL and Ecopetrol in $2.3M CRADA agreement to optimize conversion of waste biomass to ethanol

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But the bagasse can be stacked and stored for a long time after the juice is removed and washed out of the green grass stalk. That bagasse currently is burned to produce steam that drives turbines for electricity, but Ecopetrol is hoping to get more value out of it than that.

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UCL, UI researchers devise method to optimize magnesium chromium oxide cathode materials; disordered materials

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University College London and University of Illinois at Chicago researchers report a new, scalable method for making a material that can reversibly store magnesium ions at high-voltage. The study is published RSC journal Nanoscale. —co-lead author, Dr Ian Johnson (UCL Chemistry). One factor limiting lithium-ion batteries is the anode.

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SDG&E to Test Mobile Smart Charging Device for Plug-ins

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San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) will test and evaluate a mobile smart charging device for plug-in electric vehicles developed by Juice Technologies LLC. SDG&E is working to further evaluate and fine-tune the charging infrastructure, which is a critical link to making electric vehicles commercially viable.

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5 Electric Car Checks for a Hassle-Free Holiday

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5 Electric Car Checks for a Hassle-Free Holiday. Nothing can ruin a vacation faster than a malfunctioning electric car, and ignoring repair red flags can even be dangerous. Nothing can ruin a vacation faster than a malfunctioning electric car, and ignoring repair red flags can even be dangerous. Make it great trip for everyone.

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Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec

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As promised earlier today, Maserati has officially launched its third all-electric model, the GranCabrio Folgore, during its “Folgore Day” event in Rimini, Italy. We were on location for the debut of the new Maserati convertible, which features three all-electric motors and impressive performance specs. It houses a 92.5

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Snow e-biking like a pro: 10 insider tips for riding your electric bike this winter

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The combination of electric power and snowy conditions requires a different approach to make sure you’re staying safe while having a blast. You also might want to carry a small electric pump to increase your pressure when you return to the road. Here are ten tips to help you navigate the winter wonderland on your e-bike this year.

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