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DOE awarding $35M to 11 projects for hydrokinetic turbine development; ARPA-E SHARKS

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Hydrokinetic energy is an abundant renewable resource that can boost grid resiliency and reduce infrastructure vulnerability, but it is currently a cost prohibitive option compared to other energy generating sources. The turbine will be designed for power delivery to remote and local grids. University of Washington.

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In-Home Solar: How Many Panels to Fully Charge Your EV?

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For example, a 300-watt solar panel under ideal conditions can generate 300 watts of power per hour, but in reality, due to various factors such as weather conditions and installation angles, its actual output may be less. This data can be obtained by consulting local solar resource maps or by contacting solar installation companies.

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EIA: major utilities continue to increase spending on US electric distribution systems

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Annual spending on customer expenses and operations and maintenance by these utilities also increased slightly. Operations and maintenance (O&M) expenses have increased as electric distribution systems experience stress from several factors, including more customers, variable generation, and the effects of storms, wildfires, and flooding.

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US DOT Awards $100M in Recovery Act Funds to 43 Transit Projects to Reduce Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Laredo Bus Facility Solar Canopies: Provide shade structures with integrated, grid tied photovoltaic cells to be erected on the bus storage lot at the Laredo Bus Maintenance Facility. The largest PV installation in Georgia. Snohomish County Public Transit Benefit Area – Community Transit, Washington: $3,000,000.

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Testimony: Why I like my electric vehicle

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As gas engine powertrains typically have 100 times the number of parts of an EV powertrain, I have only paid $300 for maintenance: comprising three tire rotations and one cabin air filter, after four years of ownership. I love that my EV is so efficient: EVs convert over 77% of the electrical energy from the grid to power at the wheels.

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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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The upstream, “well to wheel” emissions of the EV are linked to electricity generation and the electrical grid, with lower emissions in regions that use more renewable energy sources. Let’s not forget our carbon footprint. They can be charged using clean energy, reducing their environmental impact.

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Coulomb Technologies to Provide 4,600 Free Home and Public Charging Stations Through ChargePoint America Program

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and Washington DC. Charging station installation, in most regions, will be paid for by the individual or station owner, according to Coulomb. ChargePoint charging stations are available now for installation in all nine designated regional metropolitan areas of the US. The remaining stations will be installed by September 2011.

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