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US and the Netherlands to collaborate on hydrogen production and infrastructure

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As part of this SOI, EERE and DOE’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) will leverage technical expertise and equipment and facilities at DOE’s National Labs to validate the performance and durability of electrolyzers.

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First international safety standard for Level 4 automated driving systems has been published

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An international group of experts led by WMG, University of Warwick working together as a part of an ISO technical committee, has published the first international (ISO) safety standard for Level 4 automated driving systems, taking them a step further towards being more widely available.

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Deutsche Post DHL Group introduces Green Carrier Certification as part of its sustainability roadmap

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As part of its sustainability roadmap, Deutsche Post DHL Group aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to below 29 million tons by 2030 and net-zero by 2050. All relevant information will be obtained via a dedicated online platform and are verified in an internal audit process.

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VanadiumCorp beginning work on next-generation vanadium redox flow batteries for ships

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Phase I work is part of multi-phase development schedule that forms the basis of definitive agreements required in a trilateral partnership with Conoship International Projects BV from the Netherlands and Vega Reederei and Partners GmbH (VEGA) from Germany targeting zero-emission shipping markets with next generation redox flow batteries.

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AIChE and IChemE to build global alliance on hydrogen

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The partnership will bolster the professional societies’ shared interest in supporting industry in the adoption of hydrogen as an energy carrier for industrial and commercial applications that will form a vital part of the road to net zero greenhouse gas emissions. The letter of intent was signed on 10 May 2023, by Billy B.

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Volvo Trucks had 42% market share of heavy-duty electric trucks in Europe in 2021

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The international trucking industry is undergoing a transformation towards more sustainable transport as sales of heavy battery electric trucks are starting to pick up, with Europe in the lead. 16 tonnes) are Switzerland, Norway, Sweden and The Netherlands. Data: IHS Markit.

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Volkswagen AG Elli charging network now operating 400,000 charging points in Europe

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The aim of this work is to provide drivers of electric vehicles with a tightly knit international charging network which is easily accessible. The Volkswagen Group has made charging and energy a part of its core business in its NEW AUTO strategy. The charging service offered by AUDI will be integrated into the portfolio next year.

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