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Blackstone may begin commercializing 3D-printed Na-ion batteries as early as 2025; testing in electric bus

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million (subject to the grant decision becoming legally valid). The 3D-printed solid-state batteries produced as part of the project will be installed in an electric bus operated by the Berlin-based company Eurabus in order to demonstrate their performance under: real-world conditions.

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Zhejiang Methanol Hydrogen and Element 1 partner to deliver hydrogen generation technology to Greater China

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These public companies will be investors in a network of hydrogen production and fueling stations which will be installed throughout China between 2022 and 2025. e1NA has granted the JV an exclusive license for Greater China and will have a 10% direct ownership interest in the JV.

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Nations agree on global, legally binding treaty on mercury emissions: Minamata Convention on Mercury

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At the conclusion of the International Negotiating Committee on Mercury ( INC5 ) meeting in Geneva ( earlier post ), nations agreed on a global, legally-binding treaty to prevent mercury emissions and releases. Waste incineration and cement clinker facilities are also on the list.

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CARB fines major online automotive parts retailer $1M for selling illegal aftermarket parts in California; ~4,000 emissions violations

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was a retailer, everyone in the chain of commerce—that is manufacturers, distributors, dealers, installers, and retailers—has an important responsibility to ensure that all aftermarket products they offer for sale have first been exempted by CARB. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced that AZAA Investments, Inc.,

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New tax rule could save consumers thousands on home energy tech

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Zero rating will also be granted to products installed at commercial properties used solely for charitable purposes. In addition, it will help to further accelerate the government’s legally-binding commitment to reach net zero by 2050 – a good move all round.

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Tesla Solar Roof lawsuit proceeds but gets trimmed by District Judge

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They also alleged claims under California’s Unfair Competition Law, the California Legal Remedies Act, California Business & Professions Code Section 7160, and the Truth in Lending Act. . “Tesla similarly argues that the claims by Amans are moot because it has offered to install his roof at the original price.

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Oxford Catalysts sues CompactGTL for patent infringement on small-scale GTL

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The Group continues to patent, with 87 patents having been granted in the past 12 months. Whilst we have sought a business solution in preference to legal action, we will not tolerate our property, intellectual or otherwise, being misappropriated. —Laura Silva, Director of Legal and IP of Oxford Catalysts Group.

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