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COMAC of China, Boeing open Energy Conservation Center; first focus on aviation biofuel from waste cooking oil

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of China ( COMAC ) and Boeing opened the Boeing-COMAC Aviation Energy Conservation and Emissions Reductions Technology Center, a collaborative effort to support commercial aviation industry growth. SAIGC) and Shanghai Commercial Aircraft Magazine Co., Commercial Aircraft Corp. SAMC), Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co.,

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Ricardo TorqStor flywheel energy storage technology receives SAE 2014 World Congress Tech Award

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Ricardo’s TorqStor high speed flywheel energy storage technology ( earlier post ) has been selected to receive the SAE Tech Award, as one of the top five technologies to be on display at the SAE World Congress 8-10 at the COBO Center, Detroit. Ricardo’s TorqStor. Click to enlarge.

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New Ford Police Interceptors deliver up to 35% better fuel economy when idling

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And, according to Police Fleet Magazine , the typical police vehicle wastes half a gallon of fuel for each hour it idles. When a Ford Police Interceptor is idling, no energy is consumed by the steering system until an officer turns the steering wheel. hours in every 10-hour shift.

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When Should You Dump Your Gas Guzzler?

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While the sustainability of EVs ultimately depends upon the mix of renewable energy in the grid where you live, even with the current renewable energy percentage, driving EVs tends to be beneficial. While much is being done to address this issue, it remains a significant contributor to toxic waste. See more at E Magazine.

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New Ford Police Interceptors deliver up to 35% better fuel economy when idling

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And, according to Police Fleet Magazine , the typical police vehicle wastes half a gallon of fuel for each hour it idles. When a Ford Police Interceptor is idling, no energy is consumed by the steering system until an officer turns the steering wheel. hours in every 10-hour shift.

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Ford tops 50 Best Global Green Brands list for 2014; Toyota, Honda and Nissan 2nd, 3rd and 4th

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Automakers took the top four slots in the 50 Best Global Green Brands list for 2014, published by Fortune magazine in conjunction with the consulting firm Deloitte and Interbrand. The company’s performance across operations as measured in energy efficiency, GHG emissions, water management, waste management, and toxic emissions management.

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The Path Towards Digitalization and the Future

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That way, engineers don’t need to waste time on the shopfloor or in a test center as they’ve done previously, with the “trial and error” method. Key performance indicators (KPIs) can be established and achieved sooner in terms of production, machine run time, maintenance, and even energy use.

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