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Montana State Univ. Researchers Discover Chemical Trigger that Doubles the Yield of Algal Lipids

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Montana State University (MSU) researchers have discovered a chemical trigger they say doubles the yield of algal lipids for biodiesel from farmed algae. The chemical trigger is a well-timed dose of bicarbonate, a low-cost, easy-to-use chemical, similar to common stomach antacids.

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Dominion Energy & Duke Energy cancel $8B Atlantic Coast Pipeline due to delays and cost uncertainty

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Specifically, the decision of the United States District Court for the District of Montana overturning long-standing federal permit authority for waterbody and wetland crossings (Nationwide Permit 12), followed by a Ninth Circuit ruling on May 28 indicating an appeal is not likely to be successful, are new and serious challenges.

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Montana Company Licenses Lawrence Livermore Zinc Air Fuel Cell Technology

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Lower cost is one of the key aspects of the renewed interest by some in zinc air fuel cell technology—which had been explored in the 80s and 90s—propelled by the anticipated demand for efficient, low-cost alternatives to lithium for electric vehicle battery production.

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Chip-enabled raised pavement markers support autonomous driving in tough conditions, remote areas

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It’s hard to detect, works well against interference, is low cost and doesn’t consume a lot of power. ORNL researchers field-tested the sensor platform in a variety of weather conditions and in a remote national park in Montana with no wireless access.

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DOE selects 7 gasification projects for funding; focus on reducing cost of coal conversion

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The funded research projects fall under two subtopic areas: development of gasification technologies applicable to in situ bio-gasification of coal to methane; and the development of low cost advanced air separation technologies that can produce oxygen for use in coal gasification processes. Montana State University.

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DOE to award $10.2M to 16 solid oxide fuel cell projects

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Montana State University. Improving Ni-based SOFC Anode Resilience and Durability Through Secondary Phase Formation Montana State University will develop strategies that use secondary phase materials added to traditional nickel-based cermet electrodes to enhance SOFC anode durability and performance. Tennessee Technological University.

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NREL study suggests cost gap for Western renewables could narrow by 2025

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Montana and Wyoming could emerge as attractive areas for wind developers competing to meet demand in the Pacific Northwest. The challenge for Montana wind power appears to be the cost of transmission through the rugged forests that dominate the western part of the state.

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