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Starfire Energy closes major funding round; green ammonia and hydrogen solutions

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Ammonia offers an energy density comparable to fossil fuels and significantly higher than Li-ion batteries and compressed or liquid hydrogen. It can be stored and transported inexpensively and easily, leveraging established infrastructure and shipping networks, and is regulated by well-developed codes and standards.

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Toyota Fortuner gets mild hybrid tech, but will it come to India? Check details

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This technology has seen significant uptake due to its environmental benefits and improved fuel efficiency. One of the latest developments in the hybrid vehicle segment is the introduction of the Toyota Fortuner MHEV in South Africa. Under the hood, this SUV features a 2.8-liter diesel, courtesy of its hybrid technology.

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New solid hydrogen-on-demand fuel cell from HES Energy Systems flies UAV for record 6 hours

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Besides achieving a significant technical and performance milestone for hydrogen-on-demand enabled fuel cells, it is also the first time that a fuel cell has moved beyond the prototype stage and entered the standard products list of a UAV manufacturer. It took HES several years to achieve this performance.

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First 100% Synthetic Fuel Passenger Jet Flight

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South Africa-based Sasol recently provided the synthetic jet fuel for the first passenger aircraft flight fully fueled by a synthetic fuel; demonstrations of aviation synfuels have so far been using 50% blends with petroleum-based jet fuel. To date, most of the aircraft leaving O.R.

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Boeing, South African Airways launch sustainable aviation biofuel effort in Southern Africa

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Boeing and SAA believe that new developments in technology will enable the conversion of biomass into jet fuel in a more sustainable manner without competing with other sectors for food and water resources. Aviation biofuel refined to required standards has been approved for a blend of up to 50% with traditional jet fuel.

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Rheinmetall presents solutions in South Africa for producing, storing and transporting green hydrogen

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At this year’s Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) expo at AFB Waterkloof in Centurion, Rheinmetall AG is presenting turnkey, mobile modular solutions for producing, storing and transporting CO 2 -free hydrogen. A container solution consisting of four standard sea containers can supply power for 30 to 40 households.

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Toyota Fortuner gets Leader edition with added styling elements. Check details

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Toyota recently introduced the hybrid version of the Fortuner in South Africa. Toyota claims the Fortuner MHEV is 5 percent more fuel-efficient than the standard 2.8 The Fortuner MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle) features a 2.8-liter diesel model, thanks to its hybrid technology.

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