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MBL begins first test of tropical seaweed farming for biofuels production

Green Car Congress

A team of researchers led by Loretta Roberson, associate scientist at the Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, has installed the first seaweed farm in Puerto Rico and US tropical waters. Puerto Rico has stable warm temperatures and ample sunlight year-round, as well as a wide range of exposure to prevailing winds and waves.

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First 35 State plans to build out EV charging infrastructure approved; more than $900M in FY22 and FY23 funding

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The Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced the approval—ahead of schedule under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program ( earlier post )—of 35 Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Deployment Plans from States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

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Scuderi Group to build and to install LPG-powered split-cycle generator with compressed air storage capability

Green Car Congress

The signing of the agreement begins the process of building and installing the first LPG-powered Scuderi power generator and energy storage systems. The signing of the agreement begins the process of building and installing the first LPG-powered Scuderi power generator and energy storage systems. Scuderi Group, Inc., Earlier post.)

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

Blink Charging

Here’s what you need to know installing EV charging stations at your c-store or truck stop. While the Blink-Owned model is a full turnkey solution that includes installation, our popular Host Owned model is often chosen by businesses who wish to maintain ownership and control over their chargers. Not located in a designated AFC?

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Detect Quakes With “Raspberry Shakes”

Cars That Think

These range from about one cycle per second (1 hertz) down to a fraction of a cycle per second. Further investigation, though, revealed that some clever electronic signal conditioning could extend the range of a geophone to lower frequencies. The farthest one from Panama that registered a good signal was in Puerto Rico.

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What are the investment opportunities in the Alternative Fuel Corridor Program?

Setec Powerr

Alternative Fuel Corridor designations are now found in all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico. The SETEC POWER DC charger can be customized with features ranging from 60-300kW, liquid cooling systems, payment systems, and much more. Large power range to cover all types of vehicles. Low installation time and cost.

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In the Caribbean, EVs leave ICE vehicles behind

Electric Auto Association

Thomas is only 18 miles long, so range anxiety is not an issue. White installed a solar system in his home by 1992, and when the next Category 5 hurricane struck in 1995, “We had back-up. An islander was importing them from Puerto Rico, and I bought one.”. We were without power for six weeks,” White said. “I