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8 development banks commit to provide more than $175B to scale up support for sustainable transport

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and seven other multilateral development banks (MDBs) are committing to provide more than $175 billion of loans and grants for transport in developing countries over the next decade. The ADB made the announcement on behalf of the MDBs at the Rio + 20 event in Rio de Janeiro.

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Volvo Group launches first vehicle made of fossil-free steel

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EU commissioner for internal market, Thierry Breton, and the Swedish minister of enterprise and innovation, Ibrahim Baylan, joined the event together with Martin Lindqvist, CEO SSAB and other speakers.

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BYD becomes the official e-mobility partner of UEFA Euro 2024

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BYD will provide stakeholders with a diverse range of new energy vehicles throughout the event. “BYD is thrilled to partner with UEFA EURO 2024 and proud to be the first e-Mobility partner for this prestigious sports event, which will enable us to showcase our latest advancements in electric vehicles to a far-reaching audience.

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New $22M CARB pilot to fund equitable, clean transportation options in disadvantaged communities

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The California Air Resources Board will provide up to $22 million in grants to address transportation needs in disadvantaged and low-income communities with clean transportation options under a new $22-million pilot project. Community engagement activities or events. Feasibility studies. Combined mobility and land use plans.

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Climate Change is NSF Engineering Alliance’s Top Research Priority

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National Science Foundation —holds what are termed visioning events, wherein IEEE members and hundreds of other experts from academia, industry, and nonprofits can conceptualize bold ideas. Reports from recent visioning events are slated to be released to the public in the next few months. “The

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MEDIA RELEASE: Plug’n Drive Appoints Tracy Walden as Vice President of Communications

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With over 25 years of professional experience in advocacy, outreach and events, including 18 years in the energy sector, Ms. She will support our effort to expand our outreach initiatives aimed at bringing Plug’n Drive programs, events and EV education to decision-makers, communities, workplaces, and classrooms across Canada.” .

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New Joint Research Centre Reference Report sets out options for reducing emissions from shipping

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A new report by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides a comprehensive overview of methodologies for estimating air emissions from shipping; describes technological solutions; and analyses policy options for reducing carbon emissions and air pollution in this sector.

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