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Ford suspending JV operations in Russia

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Ford announced that it is suspending JV operations in Russia, effective immediately, until further notice. As part of the global community, Ford is deeply concerned about the invasion of Ukraine and the resultant threats to peace and stability. The situation has compelled us to reassess our operations in Russia.

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EIA: US, Qatar and Russia provided almost 70% of liquefied natural gas received in Europe in 2021

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In 2021, a large share of Europe’s supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) originated in the United States, Qatar, and Russia. To meet demand, Europe’s natural gas imports, particularly from Russia, have increased in recent years. Pipeline flows of natural gas from Russia decreased during 2021. Bcf/d in 2021, compared with 11.8

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Rosatom and EDF Group partner to develop green hydrogen in Russia and Europe

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Russian Rosatom State Atomic Energy Corporation and the EDF Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement in March 2021 to develop green hydrogen in Russia and Europe. Rosatom’s ambition is to produce and to store decarbonized hydrogen, and take part in pilot projects in Russia and across the world.

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ROSATOM subsidiary acquires 49% stake in Korean battery maker Enertech; planning gigafactory in Russia

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The signed agreement also includes building a facility for manufacturing of lithium-ion cells and energy storage systems in Russia, with at least 2 GWh production capacity by 2030. Lithium-ion batteries made in Russia will be applied in electric vehicles (buses and cars), special equipment and in power grids.

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Report: Haas Automation May Still Be Doing Business In Russia

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When Russia invaded Ukraine and governments around the world began systematically cutting financial ties with the Putin-led government, companies quickly followed suit. Now, it appears that at least one American company could still be working with Russia , as a report from PBS points to Haas Automation’s ties to the country.

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Russia ponders using EV subsidies to boost the economy and surge local manufacturing

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Russia’s Economy Ministry said earlier today that it has plans to utilize subsidy programs to boost the manufacturing and purchase of locally-built electric vehicles. Just 11,000 of the over 45 million vehicles driven in Russia last year were electric, with most being used cars. The incentive program could start as early as 2022.

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T&E study finds EU has replaced Russian oil barrel-for-barrel as continent fails to cut demand

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Since the EU imposed sanctions on Russia in the wake of the invasion of Ukraine, there has been a redrawing of the global oil map, a new study by Transport & Environment (T&E) shows. Instead of cutting demand, Europe has simply replaced imports from Russia with oil from other producing countries.

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