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International Nickel Study Group forecasts increasing surplus of nickel in market this year

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The International Nickel Study Group (INSG) reported world primary nickel production of 2.610Mt in 2021 and 3.060Mt in 2022. The estimates do not include any adjustment factor for possible production disruptions. INSG forecasts this to reach 3.374Mt in 2023. The INSG forecasts an increase to 3.134Mt in 2023.

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Study confirms €1T green hydrogen potential for Africa

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Africa can produce 50 million tons of green hydrogen a year by 2035, according to a new study by the European Investment Bank (EIB), International Solar Alliance and the African Union, with the support of the Government of Mauritania, HyDeal and UCLG Africa. The report was formally handed over to partners on 20 December.

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Study finds global emissions of several banned ozone-destroying CFCs are increasing

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New analysis has found increasing emissions of several ozone-depleting chemicals despite their production being banned for most uses under the Montreal Protocol—and a loophole in the rules is likely responsible. CFCs are chemicals known to destroy Earth’s protective ozone layer.

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Ford, U Mich study finds greater greenhouse gas reductions for pickup truck electrification than for other light-duty vehicles

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Cumulative greenhouse gas emissions versus vehicle mileage for (a) internal combustion engine and battery electric sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks, and (b) hybrid electric and battery electric sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks. This is an important study to inform and encourage climate action. years for sedans, 1.4 years for SUVs, and 1.3

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NPD study finds substantial mineral resources on Norwegian shelf

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In this resource assessment, we’ve estimated how much of the various minerals might be found on the seabed in the studied area. It remains to be seen whether the areas will be opened, and whether production can be profitable from a financial standpoint. The volume of recoverable resources depends on technology and economy.

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Study finds future-fuel demand for shipping industry equal to entire current global production of renewables

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Particular opportunity for the Global South identified as net-zero fuel production costs expected to be up to 20% lower in Latin America and Africa. This is the equivalent of the entire world’s current renewable energy production. London, UK. Vancouver, Canada. 17th May 2022. MWh to €156.40/MWh MWh in 2050). —Prof.

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Max-Planck-Institut team uses ammonia for direct reduction for more sustainable steel production

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In their study, the researchers show that ammonia-based reduction of iron oxide proceeds through an autocatalytic reaction, is kinetically as effective as hydrogen-based direct reduction, yields the same metallization, and can be industrially realized with existing technologies.