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

Green Car Congress

The performance of the ReFactory will also relate to the ability to generate closed-loop supply flows with controlled costs (reuse, recycling for repair), and to develop new value-added skills (retrofitting, dismantling, fleet maintenance, preparation of batteries for the second life, etc.)

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BMW i ChargeForward Program to demo contribution of intelligent EV charging to grid efficiency

Green Car Congress

Working with a select group of BMW i3 drivers, BMW i ChargeForward will demonstrate how intelligent management of electric vehicle charging can contribute to improved electric power grid efficiency while reducing total cost of electric vehicle ownership.

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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. However, EV battery components may be very different in the near future.

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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. However, EV battery components may be very different in the near future.

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