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World’s first fully electric ferry celebrates 10 years of success

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Bergen, Norway February 17th, 2025 — Since going into service in 2015, the MF Ampere has now sailed an astonishing distance equivalent to 17 times around the equator on batteries alone, solidifying its place as a groundbreaking achievement in sustainable maritime transport. A decade on and the Ampere continues to showcase the transformative potential of electric technology. Many people initially doomed …

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The Future of Transportation: Hydrogen Powered Cars

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The demand for more sustainable transportation options has led to the development of hydrogen-powered cars. Utilizing hydrogen as a fuel source, these vehicles offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. However, before delving into the potential future of hydrogen cars, it is important to understand the science behind hydrogen fuel cells. Understanding Hydrogen Power The Science Behind Hydrogen …

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New Acoustic Technology Protects Marine Mammals while Enabling Renewable Offshore Energy

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Saildrone and RPS are using smart tools to provide long-term monitoring of endangered species over large areas slated for offshore wind development. (September 6, 2023 – FALMOUTH, MA) – Saildrone, the world leader in uncrewed surface vehicles and autonomous ocean data collection, together with RPS, a leading provider of protected species monitoring and mitigation compliance services, announced today the completion …

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mtu Kinetic PowerPack from Rolls-Royce approved for renewable diesel

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  mtu Kinetic PowerPack for uninterruptible power supply now even more environmentally friendly Tests show: no loss of performance with HVO fuel System consists of mtu diesel engine coupled to kinetic energy accumulator via electromagnetic clutch and a synchronous machine   Rolls-Royce has approved its mtu Kinetic PowerPacks, based on the mtu Series 4000 and 1600 diesel engines, for use …

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Lithium-ion Battery Recycler ABTC Expands Operations with Purchase of Move-In Ready, Commercial-Scale Facility

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The company is accelerating and expanding commercialization of its internally-developed, first-of-kind technologies in response to significantly increased demand for its products amongst rapidly growing domestic battery manufacturing industry Reno, Nev., March 8, 2023 — American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) (OTCQX: ABML), an American critical battery materials company that is commercializing both its primary minerals manufacturing and secondary minerals lithium-ion battery recycling technologies, …

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Owner Satisfaction Gets a Jolt from New Models as Electric Vehicle Market Grows, J.D. Power Finds

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Rivian R1T Ranks Highest Overall; MINI Cooper Electric Ranks Highest among Mass Market Brands TROY, Mich.: 28 Feb. 2023 — As more battery electric vehicle (BEV) models become available for purchase, owners’ satisfaction with their overall experience is shifting to more traditional factors such as quality and styling. According to the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership …

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We are on the Verge of an Energy Revolution

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By: Dean Motl, vice president of business development, IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) It’s no secret that our generation is experiencing a new era of change on a global scale when it comes to energy. This moment in time isn’t much different from other pivotal periods in our history that distinctly formed the world we live in today, like the …

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FIRST BATTERY CELL GIGAFACTORY IN UNITED STATES 

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AMERICAN BATTERY FACTORY SELECTS TUCSON, ARIZONA AS SITE FOR ITS FIRST BATTERY CELL GIGAFACTORY IN UNITED STATES  Landmark site in Pima County marks major milestone for American Battery Factory’s launch of the first in a planned network of giga-factories to produce LFP battery cells TUCSON, Ariz., Dec. 6, 2022 — Arizona Governor Doug Ducey and Paul Charles, President and CEO of …

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Top 5 Trends in Sustainable Development

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Development is essential to meet the needs of current and future generations. However, not all development is created equal. Many people have a growing concern that much of the design and development in the world has an outsized impact on the health of the planet. Some of these same people are working toward developing and implementing more sustainable alternatives.   …

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Why Are Power Transformers Crucial to Modernizing the Grid?

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by Emily Newton Changing priorities in the energy industry — like the growing importance of renewable power sources — and the development of novel grid management technology have made grid modernization more important than ever. Power transformers, likely the most essential elements of the grid, will play a central role in this modernization. Businesses in the transformer industry that understand …

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10 Reasons Why Your Business Should Help Cut Carbon Emissions

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The commercial sector produces more emissions than other industries. Manufacturing, packaging, transportation, and consumption practices contribute to greenhouse gas pollution. Environmentalists are assessing the challenges related to businesses’ emissions and defining sustainability opportunities and benefits across the economy. Business owners can shrink their carbon footprints to minimize environmental, social, and economic distress. As eco-conscious consumers influence the market, companies can …

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Are Electric Cars Becoming More Affordable Today?

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Electric cars are becoming more popular each year. This is especially true as gas prices continue to rise and governments offer more incentives for people to switch to more environmentally conscious means of transportation. However, while electric cars aren’t a fresh concept like they were several years ago, does that mean that electric cars are now becoming more affordable? In …

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Building a Power Grid for the 21st Century: How the U.S. can achieve another engineering feat by leveraging AI

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By: Sean McEvoy, SVP Energy, Veritone When the U.S. built its power grid nearly one hundred years ago, it was recognized as one of mankind’s greatest engineering achievements of the 20th century. Today, while it is considered the world’s largest machine, it is extremely vulnerable to 21st century soaring demands and climate threats. Comprised of thousands of power plants and thousands …

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Solar Could Be the Key to Protecting Homes From Power Outages

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You took the plunge, invested in solar panels for your home, and are reaping the benefits of saving money on your utility bills. Then the power’s knocked out at night during a storm. Even with solar panels, homeowners remain connected to their city’s power grid in what’s called a “grid-tied” solar system. In case you didn’t know, solar panels are …

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Will lithium be our next energy crisis? 

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As the world transitions to electric vehicles, the race is on to lock down the U.S. domestic supply of this crucial mineral The electric vehicle (EV) revolution has begun. Globally, 27 percent of all passenger vehicles are  forecasted to be EV by 2030. Ford has announced its plan to lead the charge by investing $11.4 billion1 in EV production. GM …

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How to Make Online Shopping More Sustainable

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The e-commerce industry has seen quite a boom in recent years thanks to its convenience and practicality. As of January 2021, 69% of Americans have shopped online. The COVID-19 pandemic caused an even bigger jump in e-commerce’s popularity when people were spending more time at home and less time in brick and mortar stores.  While there are many perks to …

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How Are EVs and Charging Stations Encouraging Grid Upgrades?

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The green technological movement is improving various industries. Since Tesla revolutionized the automobile market, the transportation sector began transitioning away from its fossil fuel reliance. The shift promoted eco-consumerism values, forming new production and sourcing standards. Vehicles without tailpipe emissions significantly reduce atmospheric degradation. We may additionally limit air pollution by enhancing the energy grid’s sustainability. Device enhancements, customer values, …

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Clean Energy Now Employs 3 Million Americans

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  Clean energy sees first recorded drop in overall jobs, yet policies hold promise for unparalleled growth in years ahead Sector recovered 300,000 jobs since unemployment peaked in Q2 Clean vehicles and wind energy finish year in the positive, despite early losses WASHINGTON, DC (April 19, 2021) – Clean energy jobs surged nearly 11 percent in the second half of 2020 …

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What Can You Do To Slow Global Warming?

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As people live their day-to-day lives, it is sometimes hard for them to understand how it might be possible for them to help prevent global warming. It is difficult to comprehend how one person might have any effect on the outcome of global warming. When faced with such a huge issue, many people decide there is really nothing they can do. They …

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Is Political Change the Answer to Electric Car Innovation?

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Electric vehicles are, in all likelihood, the future of commercial and private transportation. Nations like China, India, Britain, and France have all declared their intentions to phase out the production of traditional vehicles in favor of electric alternatives. But with many economies relying on the production of gas-powered cars for success, is political change the best answer to innovating the …

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