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Mercedes-Benz Cars plants in Germany to be supplied with CO2-neutral energy from 2022

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The production hall uses renewable energy and reduces water consumption and waste significantly. These include generally visible energy-saving tips, training courses and energy efficiency roadshows in production. A variety of measures are used to sensitize the workforce in the plants.

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BMW i home energy storage system integrates 2nd-life i3 vehicle batteries

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Utilizing real-time energy readings, the system can measure the available energy supply and demand, making the necessary calculations to determine the optimal time to charge or discharge the system. This approach minimizes energy waste, effectively reducing energy costs on a day-to-day basis.

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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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Another study found that if people choose to charge their EVs during times when there’s less demand on the power grid, we could cut emissions by another 18% – and maybe even allow EVs to support the grid. They can be charged using clean energy, reducing their environmental impact.

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CalSEED awards $4.2M to early-stage clean energy innovations

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CalSEED is funded through the CEC’s EPIC program, which invests approximately $120 million annually for innovative clean energy technologies and approaches benefiting the ratepayers of California’s three largest electric investor-owned utilities. Details of the 28 companies awarded a total of $4.2

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IEEE Discusses 6 Simple Solutions to Climate Change at COP27

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The solutions Rahman outlined were the use of proven methods that reduce electricity usage, making coal plants more efficient, using hydrogen and other storage solutions, promoting more renewables, installing new types of nuclear reactors, and encouraging cross-border power transfers.