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President’s 2016 Budget requests $29.9B for DOE; 9% boost over FY 2015 enacted; $793M (2.7%) for sustainable transportation

Green Car Congress

billion over the FY 2015 Enacted level, to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear weapons stockpile in the absence of nuclear testing and manage the research, development, and production activities and associated infrastructure maintenance and modernization needed to meet national nuclear security requirements. Within the $10.7

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

Baua Electric

Additionally, electric autos contribute to reducing noise pollution as they operate silently, creating a more peaceful and sustainable transportation environment. Furthermore, the absence of an internal combustion engine makes electric autos virtually silent, reducing noise pollution and creating a more enjoyable driving environment.

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Comprehensive LCA report from Ricardo on behalf of EC confirms environmental benefits of electrified powertrains

Green Car Congress

Ricardo experts in sustainable transport, with colleagues from E4tech and the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research Heidelberg (ifeu), have produced a comprehensive lifecycle assessment (LCA) of road vehicles on behalf of the European Commission.

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Apple veteran launches fleet management platform for Teslas and all other EVs

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Their total ownership costs tend to be lower than comparable internal combustion cars, their maintenance needs are relatively light, and they tend to be technologically advanced. Electric vehicles such as Teslas work great as fleet vehicles.

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How EV Charging Supports Healthcare Facilities

Blink Charging

As mentioned in an International Parking and Mobility Institute (IPMI) blog , “parking revenues can return 50 to 65 percent net margins and can provide a much-needed cushion for an ailing budget.” With less maintenance and lower fuel costs , switching to an electric fleet can significantly reduce the cost of operating your fleet.

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Driving Your City Forward With Clean Electric Public Transportation

EV Connect

From an environmental perspective, urban transportation — public and private combined — leaves much to be desired. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), transportation accounted for 27% of the United States’ greenhouse gas emissions in 2020. And China’s 400,000 electric buses make up around 99% of the global total.

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How Eco-Friendly Transportation Boosts Business Success

Clean Fleet Report

The Green Trend in Business Between scientific proof of emissions damage and consumers’ growing desire to work with businesses with sustainable policies, companies have shifted to more environmentally friendly practices. This year, sustainability reporting and sustainable finance are among the top trends in international businesses.