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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

Green Car Congress

The implementation of this industrial and commercial ecosystem will take place gradually between 2021 and 2024, replacing the production of new vehicles. RE-TROFIT: To extend significantly the life of vehicles. Groupe Renault is creating the REFACTORY in Flins, the first European circular economy site dedicated to mobility.

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SAE technical experts: fuel cell technology has advanced significantly, FC vehicle production has begun, further cost reductions & infrastructure development required

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Takashi Moriya, Senior Chief Engineer at Honda R&D, re-iterated Honda’s strategic focus on electrification as the main pathway toward reducing greenhouse gases, and shift to renewable sources of energy. Questions were raised at the panel related to driving range and storage for electric and fuel cell vehicles.

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How clean is EV battery manufacturing?

Electric Auto Association

years if the car is charged using renewable energy. Optimistic outlook The emissions from battery manufacturing are likely to decline significantly in coming decades, especially with the use of cleaner electricity throughout the production cycle. Audi’s e-Tron batteries are manufactured at a carbon-neutral facility.

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PNNL study outlines requirements for grid storage, reviews four electrochemical energy storage systems: vanadium redox flow, Na-beta, Li-ion and lead-carbon

Green Car Congress

Classification of potential electrical storage for stationary applications. note the potential of each technology and explain what advances must occur with each if they’re ultimately to be deployed. Carrying charges, operation and maintenances (O&M), and replacement costs are not included. Click to enlarge.

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How clean is EV battery manufacturing?

Electric Auto Association

years if the car is charged using renewable energy. Optimistic outlook The emissions from battery manufacturing are likely to decline significantly in coming decades, especially with the use of cleaner electricity throughout the production cycle. Audi’s e-Tron batteries are manufactured at a carbon-neutral facility.

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