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AirCapture, OCOchem and partners win $2.93M DOE grant for direct air capture of CO2 and conversion to formic acid

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AirCapture develops on-site, modular technology that captures CO 2 from the air using waste heat from manufacturing plants, enabling customer operations to go carbon neutral and even negative. We are converting common industrial waste streams into product streams —Todd Brix.

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SK On signs 5-year lithium hydroxide supply deal with SQM

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In addition to the supply deal, SK On and SQM agreed to discuss a mid-to long-term partnership to enhance their cooperative relationship, including additional lithium supply, potential investment in production plants, and waste battery recycling. or in the countries whose FTA with the US is in effect. Earlier post.).

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Ineos drives towards hydrogen car future – ET Auto

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The only waste emitted is water vapour. The only waste emitted is water vapour. Hydrogen-powered buses, cars, trucks and vans are all on the market, made by a small number of companies including Hyundai, Renault, Toyota and Vauxhall. billion) a year on green infrastructure if in power.

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Ford unveils F-150 Lightning electric pickup; starting at $39,974; arriving in 2022

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The commercial-oriented entry model starts at $39,974 MSRP before any federal or state tax credits, while the mid-series XLT model starts at $52,974 MSRP, offering additional comfort and technology. —Kumar Galhotra, Ford president, Americas and International Markets Group, Ford Motor Company.

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Volkswagen Group 2014 sustainability report shows progress on key environmental performance indicators; Strategy 2018 and leadership in e-mobility

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of the global passenger car market. The Group’s sales revenue totaled €197,007 million (US$274,175 million) in 2013, while profit after tax came to €9,145 million (US$12,727 million). The recycling rate for non-hazardous and hazardous waste has undergone continuous improvement to around 70% over the reporting period.

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KPMG study identifies 10 sustainability “megaforces” with accelerating impacts on business; imperative of sustainability changing the automotive business radically

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The KPMG study, “Expect the Unexpected: Building Business Value in a Changing World”, explores issues such as climate change, energy and fuel volatility, water availability and cost and resource availability, as well as population growth spawning new urban centers. Population Growth: The world population is expected to grow to 8.4

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EPA recognizes Volkswagen Chattanooga with a Green Power Leadership Award for on-site generation

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The annual awards recognize the country’s leading green power users for their commitment and contribution to helping advance the development of the nation’s voluntary green power market. Opened in 2011, the $1-billion Volkswagen Chattanooga factory manufactures the US Passat sedan, specifically designed for the North American market.

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