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BAE Systems to supply up to 600 electric power and propulsion systems for new transit buses in Ireland

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BAE Systems has been selected by Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) and the Republic of Ireland’s National Transport Authority (NTA) to supply up to 600 electric power and propulsion systems for its new fleet of buses in Ireland. The selection includes an initial order for 100 systems. Series-ER components.

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University College Dublin Study finds Prius IV hybrids drive >60% of the time in zero-emissions mode under Irish conditions

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A new study carried out by University College Dublin (UCD) academics has found that under typical Irish commuting conditions, the Toyota Prius IV (fourth-generation) hybrid ( earlier post ) drives in zero emissions mode (ZEV) for significantly more than half (62%) of the time and more than 40% (40.4%) of the distance covered.

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Norbert Dentressangle and Mitsubishi Electric introduce DAF LF diesel hybrid to distribution fleet

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. – UK Branch (MEU-UK) have jointly invested in a DAF LF diesel hybrid truck ( earlier post ) for the distribution fleet. Using a mixed fleet of traditional 7.5 tonne and 18 tonne vehicles, the company handles upwards of 300 orders per day and delivers palletized product using a fleet of dedicated vehicles.

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Transport for London orders 20 Wrightbus hydrogen double-decker buses

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Transport for London (TfL) has ordered 20 hydrogen double-decker buses as part of its drive to make London’s transport zero-emission. It follows the introduction of the world’s first Ultra Low Emission Zone last month. Wrightbus in Northern Ireland will manufacture them, creating new jobs in the region.

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Charging piles will become standard in new buildings in the UK

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The challenge is to find a place to charge all the vehicles entering the UK fleet. For example, catalytic converters developed by Catagen Ltd in Northern Ireland have helped car manufacturers reduce emissions. The post Charging piles will become standard in new buildings in the UK appeared first on SETEC POWER.

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TfL Board approves production order for 600 new hybrid buses for London

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This will create the largest fleet of hybrid buses in Europe, according to TfL. The 600 buses represent a 200% increase in the current hybrid bus fleet which is set to grow by a further 180 vehicles already on order. Hybrid buses typically deliver around a 30% fuel efficiency saving and around 20% reductions in NO x emissions.

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ERTOC: optimizing CO2 of shipments down to an individual consignment level

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The goal of ERTOC was to develop a standards-based open-architecture data hub to enable freight users and operators to make more informed choices based on the efficiency and increased awareness of the true financial and environmental cost of transporting goods. —Rishi Odhavji, Ricardo project manager for ERTOC. 2012040104.

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