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TUM, partners to present electric aCar prototype at IAA; transport for sub-Saharan Africa

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to set up a mobile physician’s office or a water treatment station. The 20 kWh battery capacity gives the vehicle an electric range of 80 kilometers (50 miles). Solar modules mounted on the roof of the aCar gather energy throughout the day. The two-seat aCar is EU-classified as L7e—a heavy quadricycle. and Hydraulik KG.

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Smith School lifecycle study highlights importance for algae-derived biodiesel of co-product utilization and optimizing and decarbonizing every step of the supply chain

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Microalgae can grow in waste or sea water and offer vastly superior biomass yields per hectare; furthermore, CO 2 removed from the atmosphere during photosynthetic growth of the plant offsets CO 2 released during fuel combustion.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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Another common concern for Kiwi drivers is that even if a charging station is within range, the time it takes to charge the vehicle will be too long and inconvenient. New Zealand’s solar adoption currently sits at around 1.3% New Zealand’s solar adoption currently sits at around 1.3% THE BOTTOM LINE.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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Another common concern for Kiwi drivers is that even if a charging station is within range, the time it takes to charge the vehicle will be too long and inconvenient. New Zealand’s solar adoption currently sits at around 1.3% New Zealand’s solar adoption currently sits at around 1.3% THE BOTTOM LINE.