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Rio Tinto commits $150M to Center for Future Materials led by Imperial College London

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Rio Tinto has committed $150 million to create a Center for Future Materials led by Imperial College London to find innovative ways to provide the materials the world needs for the energy transition.

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myenergi champions greener future at Earthfest 2024

My Energi

Earlier this month (April), Jordan Brompton, co-founder and CMO of myenergi, took to the stage at Earthfest 2024 to help champion the UK’s progress towards a greener future. The event, which took place at the King’s Cross estate in London, aimed to inspire positive and definitive climate action.

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Twiggy Forrest of Fortescue Future Industries Cuts Loose on Hydrogen

CleanTechnica EVs

According to Rethink Energy, Dr. Andrew Forrest, the founder of Fortescue Future Industries (FFI), a subsidiary of Fortescue Metals Group, has clearly articulated the way forward for hydrogen at the Financial Times Hydrogen Summit in London last week.

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Emissions from auxiliary engines may be included in future air quality monitoring in London

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The Mayor of London has indicated that the impact of auxiliary engines could be included in future air quality monitoring in London. The written answer from the Mayor: The next edition of the London Atmospheric Emission Inventory (with a base year of 2013) is nearing completion for publication later this year.

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Uber unleashing 10K EVs across London with Moove deal driven by Tesla Model 3 demand

Electrek

The ride-share company dominates the US and London markets as it expands its global presence. Meanwhile, Uber is leading the way for a cleaner, sustainable future as it continues adding EV options to its London fleet. Uber’s network spans all over the globe.

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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

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Three months since the introduction of the Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) in London, results of a year-long trial in the capital suggest that plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial vehicles could present the most practical, readily available option for businesses trying to meet clean-air targets in cities. million (US$5.9-million)

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Rolls-Royce calls off bets on electric planes, says low-carbon fuel is the future

Electrek

Just as the wheels touched down on Virgin Atlantic’s historic flight from London to New York yesterday, powered by a low-carbon fuel engine made by Rolls-Royce, the company has announced a new shift. more… The post Rolls-Royce calls off bets on electric planes, says low-carbon fuel is the future appeared first on Electrek.

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