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Element 1 and NEXA Capital partner on methanol-based hydrogen generation for electric vertical aircraft

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Compared to conventional fuels, renewable methanol produced from biomass, wind and other processes cuts carbon dioxide emissions by up to 95%, reduces nitrogen oxide emissions by up to 90%, and completely eliminates sulfur oxide and particulate matter emissions.

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This lithium-free battery startup just raised $78M in Series C funding

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Photo: Alsym Energy Boston-based Alsym Energy, which is developing a nonflammable rechargeable battery that’s cobalt and lithium-free, has announced a $78 million funding round. Alsym Energy, which was founded in April 2015, has developed a non-flammable, high-performance rechargeable battery chemistry that’s lithium- and cobalt-free.

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Leading UK scientists set out resource challenge of meeting EV targets by 2050

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Energy cost of charging electric cars: There are implications for the electrical power generation in the UK needed to recharge these vehicles. Both these wind turbine and solar generation options for the added electrical power generation capacity have substantial demands for steel, aluminium, cement and glass.

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Symbio FCell delivers first 5 Kangoo ZE electric utilities with fuel cell range extenders in La Manche

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This technology recharges the battery when it drops below a certain level and permits the vehicle to be refueled with 1.8 Furthermore, La Manche has important potential for low-carbon electricity production, based on marine renewable energies (hydrokinetic and offshore wind) and nuclear. Fleets Fuel Cells Hydrogen'

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Valence Signs Multi-Year Li-ion Supply Agreement with Bénéteau Group for Hybrid Vessels

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Under the multi-year agreement, Valence Technology will serve as the exclusive battery supplier for all new Bénéteau Group hybrid-electric vessels that incorporate the ZF Marine hybrid drive systems. One of the features of the new hybrid drive system is the capability to recharge the battery packs without the use of diesel generators.

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Axion Power Enters Worldwide Supply Agreement with Exide Technologies for PbC Batteries

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It also foresees major applications for battery back-up; power quality; load leveling and peak shaving; storage for wind and solar; and storage for network grid applications. Together, we believe we can compete effectively with other battery chemistries that have dominated today’s headlines. Earlier post.).

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Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2

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There’s a second location in Corte Madera in Marin County. The freeway jaunt was to San Rafael, in Marin County, which meant open freeways, bridge crossings and a short test loop through town, where I showed off the car’s rocket acceleration to my son. High tech treats include the absence of a start button. Story by Steve Schaefer.

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