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President’s 2016 Budget requests $29.9B for DOE; 9% boost over FY 2015 enacted; $793M (2.7%) for sustainable transportation

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billion over the FY 2015 Enacted level, to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear weapons stockpile in the absence of nuclear testing and manage the research, development, and production activities and associated infrastructure maintenance and modernization needed to meet national nuclear security requirements. Within the $10.7

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The Electric Vehicle Era Needs a Skilled Workforce

Clean Fleet Report

Critical Charging Infrastructure Has to be Supported The electric vehicle (EV) revolution heralds a promising shift toward environmental sustainability, potentially curbing CO 2 emissions by over 90 percent to the benefit of local communities.

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Plug’n Drive launches electric vehicle (EV) education and test drive tour across Canada to increase public EV awareness and knowledge

Plug N Drive

The tour is made possible through funding from Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative (ZEVAI) , complemented by contributions from a number of generous Plug’n Drive Tour sponsors and local event sponsors, all listed below. All three locations are currently accepting appointments.

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MAN to showcase new electric trucks at IAA: eTGM and eTGE

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Commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus, a member of the Volkswagen Group, will showcase its advances in the fields of electromobility, digitization and autonomous vehicles at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018 in September. The urban environment is where eTrucks can truly demonstrate their strengths. Top: MAN eTGM.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

Baua Electric

With the global push towards sustainability, the rise of electric autos in India comes as no surprise. As the second-most populous country in the world and one of the largest consumers of fossil fuels, India is making significant strides in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to combat climate change and reduce air pollution.

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Comprehensive LCA report from Ricardo on behalf of EC confirms environmental benefits of electrified powertrains

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Ricardo experts in sustainable transport, with colleagues from E4tech and the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research Heidelberg (ifeu), have produced a comprehensive lifecycle assessment (LCA) of road vehicles on behalf of the European Commission.

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The Advantages of Establishing EV Charging Stations in Residential Areas

Setec Powerr

The rise of Electric Vehicles as a viable and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional vehicles has been prominent in recent years. Environmental and Sustainability Benefits The installation of EV charging stations within residential communities conveys notable environmental and sustainability benefits.