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T&E: two-thirds of European battery production at risk as companies weigh investing in US instead

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The report also places question marks over projects in Serbia and Spain by InoBat, which recently secured incentives for a joint venture with an American company in Indiana. A central fund accessible to all member states should prioritise battery value chains, renewables and smart grids.

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ZF’s first zero-emission factory is model plant for global production network | Autocar Professional

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Any electricity that isn’t generated internally is purchased from renewable sources – mainly wind and hydroelectric power. Today, the newly remodelled plant has nearly 700 employees and produces power electronic components for electric motors produced by ZF plants in Germany and Serbia.

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ZF opens first zero-emission factory in Klasterec, Czech Republic – ET Auto

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Any electricity that isn’t generated internally is purchased from renewable sources – mainly wind and hydroelectric power. Today, the newly remodelled plant has nearly 700 employees and produces power electronic components for electric motors produced by ZF plants in Germany and Serbia.

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Fiat unveils 5 new boxy ‘Panda-inspired’ concept cars

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The new Panda BEV version will be produced at a plant in Kragujevac, Serbia, where Stellantis made a €190 million ($200 million) deal to get its EV production up and running. Inside, you’ll also see plenty of renewable materials including recycled plastics and bamboo fabrics.

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Rio Tinto commits $2.4B for Jadar lithium project; planning 58,000 tons/year lithium carbonate by 2029

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billion to the Jadar lithium-borates project in Serbia, one of the world’s largest greenfield lithium projects. The project remains subject to receiving all relevant approvals, permits and licences and ongoing engagement with local communities, the Government of Serbia and civil society. Rio Tinto has committed $2.4 Earlier post.)

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What Part Do EVs Play in the Federal Net-Zero Emissions Target?

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Eliminating emissions problems means finding renewable energy solutions with a minimal carbon footprint. While it may seem a long time away, the world needs these three decades to improve its renewable energy technology to serve 8 billion plus people. Electric Vehicles Are a Key Climate Change Tool The U.S. While the U.S.

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Argonne-led study insights help to reduce degradation in fuel cells and extend lifetime

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The research performed at Argonne was supported by the Office of Science, Office of Basic Energy Sciences, Materials Sciences and Engineering Division and Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office.

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