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MultiSchIBZ consortium developing SOFC APU for marine use

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A consortium led by thyssenkrupp Marine Systems GmbH is developing a solid-oxide fuel cell system as an alternative power generation on ships. A further advantage is the almost noiseless operation which makes them fit more easily into the environment. Creation and alignment of legal bases for the application of technology in ships.

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Canada refuses to permit seabed mining absent regulatory regime

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In April 2019, Fisheries and Oceans Canada announced its new protection standard for new federal Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Mineral exploration and exploitation do not currently occur in existing federal marine protected areas, and the Government’s 2019 MPA Protection Standard prohibits mining in future federal MPAs.

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Engine products group files legal challenge to EPAs partial waiver for E15

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While all members of the EPG have and continue to support the development and use of safe and sustainable alternative fuels, the action EPA has taken to permit E-15 to be sold as a legal fuel, even if limited only to certain products, will have adverse consequences for the environment and consumers. Earlier post.).

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Vonmercier is the electric sportscar hovercraft that will have you saying, “Ok, but why?”

Baua Electric

The company claims to have adopted design practices from across the automotive, aerospace, and marine industries. Customizable wood decks give a warm feel and functional traction in marine environments.” That’s how it’s legally registered, making the water its native habitat.

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Rolls-Royce and VTT Technical Research Centre partner to develop remote and autonomous ships

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VTT has deep knowledge of ship simulation and extensive expertise in the development and management of safety-critical and complex systems in demanding environments such as nuclear safety. Rolls-Royce is also a founding member of the Finnish ecosystem for autonomous marine transport (DIMECC).

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Government of Canada approves $11B Pacific NorthWest LNG Project

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The project is subject to over 190 legally binding conditions that will lessen the environmental impacts of the project. will be required to comply with mitigation measures that will minimize adverse effects on fish, fish habitat, marine mammals, wetlands, migratory birds, and human health. For example, Pacific NorthWest LNG Ltd.

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National Academies’ Gulf Research Program awards $10.8M to address systemic risk in offshore oil and gas operations

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The greatest risk in offshore oil and gas operations is the uncontrolled release of hydrocarbons and the threats such events pose to human health and safety, the environment, and infrastructure—as evidenced by the Deepwater Horizon disaster. —Kelly Oskvig, program officer for the GRP’s Safer Offshore Energy Systems initiative.

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