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WUSTL researchers demonstrate solar-panel-powered microbial electrosynthesis to produce n-butanol from light, CO2 and power

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NOVEMBER 8, 2021

A team of biologists and engineers modified Rhodopseudomonas palustris TIE-1 (TIE-1) so that it can produce a biofuel using only three renewable and naturally abundant source ingredients: carbon dioxide, solar panel-generated electricity and light. We hope that it can be a steppingstone for future sustainable solar fuel production.

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Co-Optima report highlights most significant R&D achievements in FY2019

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JUNE 4, 2020

After completing a major body of research focused on boosted (also known as turbocharged) spark ignition (SI) engines in Fiscal Year (FY) 2018, Co-Optima’s FY 2019 LD research and development (R&D) shifted to multimode solutions that employ multiple engine operating modes to maximize engine efficiency and fuel economy. Figure by Chao Xu, ANL.

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Fuel Economy 2019 Diesel Engine

DOE TEF project finds US can eliminate petroleum and reduce GHG by more than 80% in transportation by 2050; less use, more biofuels, expansion of electricity and hydrogen

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MARCH 15, 2013

TEF project points to deep cuts in petroleum and emissions in the transportation sector by focusing on modes, fuels, and demand. TEF is organized into four research areas: light-duty vehicles; non-light-duty vehicles; fuels; and transportation demand. Using less fuel in vehicles. Source: DOE. Click to enlarge.

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Transportation Hydrogen Fuel Light

SwRI wins $20M EPA contract for emissions and fuel consumption testing, analytical services

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FEBRUARY 25, 2015

million contract by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide testing and analytical services related to vehicle emissions and fuel consumption. Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has been awarded a five-year, $20.16-million Key areas of support include emissions characterization and technology assessment.

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EPA Emissions Fuel Fuel Economy

West Virginia Univ. receives $1.15M grant for second hydrogen production-fueling station in state; focus on fossil-fuel-to-hydrogen

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NOVEMBER 22, 2010

The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium at West Virginia University (WVU) has received a $1.15-million million grant to develop the state’s second hydrogen production-fueling station. The effort is unique in that it will support obtaining hydrogen fuel by using domestic fossil energy.

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West Virginia Virginia Hydrogen Grant

Study finds behavior-influencing policies remain critical for mass market success of low-carbon vehicles

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JULY 23, 2018

Policies to entice consumers away from fossil-fuel powered vehicles and normalize low carbon, alternative-fuel alternatives, such as electric vehicles, are vital if the world is to significantly reduce transport sector carbon pure-emissions, according to a new study. Share of EDVs in 2050. —David McCollum.

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Carbon Market Alternative Fuels Vehicles

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APRIL 7, 2024

The goal is to compete with diesel and offer a viable alternative. After exploring various technologies, LNG emerged as the best fuel for long-haul trucking, while electric versions could be suitable for short distances. The transition to LNG is inevitable due to its significant fuel efficiency and lower operating costs.

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Green Financing India Gas-Electric

DOE Selects 42 University-Led Nuclear Research and Development Projects for $38 Million in Funding

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MAY 21, 2010

The projects focus on four nuclear energy research areas: Fuel Cycle Research and Development (13 projects, $11,823,154). The program will involve research on crosscutting technologies that will accelerate the development of advanced reactor concepts, including fuels, materials, and reactor modeling.

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CEC report sets out North American plan for change and investment to achieve sustainable freight transportation

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MARCH 31, 2011

The report, which focuses on road and rail transport, finds that while emissions from light-duty vehicles are expected to drop by 12% by 2030, freight truck emissions are projected to increase by 20%. But, the report identifies clear opportunities, especially in light of infrastructure-related stimulus investment, to get this right.

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Researchers Discover Potential Weaknesses in Structure of Lignocellulose; Insight Could Lead to Cost-Effective Strategies for Biomass Conversion

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APRIL 23, 2009

The insight ultimately could lead to a cost-effective and energy-efficient strategy for turning biomass into alternative fuels. The ability to economically and easily break cellulose into sugars is desirable because the sugars can be used to create fuel alternatives. Tags: Biomass Fuels.

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Insight Conversion Hydrogen Alternative Fuels

Study Concludes That Large-Scale Transport of Ethanol Could Negate Its Economic and Environmental Benefits Compared to Gasoline

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FEBRUARY 26, 2009

This amount of fuel production represents 8% of light duty gasoline consumption in 2006, calculated on an energy basis. The analysis emphasizes the importance of regional alternative fuel strategies. The study did not consider the potential use of pipelines. Wakeley et al.

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Transportation Gasoline 2009 Emissions

Study finds US refining sector could produce higher octane E20 and E30 at modest additional cost; enabling more efficient engines

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

93 Research Octane Number (RON)) would enable higher engine efficiency for light-duty vehicles through reducing engine knock constraints, thereby enabling the design of new spark-ignition engines with higher compression ratios and boost levels. 30 vol % (assuming federal regulations were modified to allow such fuels). Earlier post.)

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Engine Gasoline Fuel Standards

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WUSTL researchers demonstrate solar-panel-powered microbial electrosynthesis to produce n-butanol from light, CO2 and power

Co-Optima report highlights most significant R&D achievements in FY2019

DOE TEF project finds US can eliminate petroleum and reduce GHG by more than 80% in transportation by 2050; less use, more biofuels, expansion of electricity and hydrogen

SwRI wins $20M EPA contract for emissions and fuel consumption testing, analytical services

West Virginia Univ. receives $1.15M grant for second hydrogen production-fueling station in state; focus on fossil-fuel-to-hydrogen

Study finds behavior-influencing policies remain critical for mass market success of low-carbon vehicles

Exclusive: Fast-forwarding green trucking | Autocar Professional

DOE Selects 42 University-Led Nuclear Research and Development Projects for $38 Million in Funding

CEC report sets out North American plan for change and investment to achieve sustainable freight transportation

Researchers Discover Potential Weaknesses in Structure of Lignocellulose; Insight Could Lead to Cost-Effective Strategies for Biomass Conversion

Study Concludes That Large-Scale Transport of Ethanol Could Negate Its Economic and Environmental Benefits Compared to Gasoline

Study finds US refining sector could produce higher octane E20 and E30 at modest additional cost; enabling more efficient engines

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