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Obama sets goal of reducing US oil imports by 1/3 by 2025; domestic and Western Hemisphere production, natural gas, biofuels, electric vehicles, fleet purchases

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Obama was delivering a speech on energy policy at Georgetown University. Meeting the goal of cutting US oil dependence depends largely on two things, Obama said: finding and producing more oil at home, and reducing dependence on oil with cleaner alternative fuels and greater efficiency. —President Obama.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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35 new businesses, non-profits, universities, and utilities signing on to DOE’s Workplace Charging Challenge and committing to provide electric vehicle charging access for their workforce. The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure.

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Senators Kerry and Lieberman Release Details of Energy and Climate Bill; Incentives for Electric Drive and Natural Gas Vehicles

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The bill does not restrict who can hold an allowance, nor does it restrict the purchase, sale, or any other transactions involving allowances. After the initial transition period, revenues go into a Universal Refund that will increase until all revenues not spent to reduce the deficit are refunded directly to consumers.

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Toyota Green Grand Prix at Watkins Glen in April

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The event, which will benefit The Arc of Schuyler, a not-for-profit organization providing support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, includes a one-mile walk for walkers. Individuals, colleges and universities, car clubs and manufacturers are all invited to participate. Starting at 10 a.m.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5

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A traditional center console has been reimagined as a Universal Island that is moveable and incorporates cup holders and charge ports. To make it easier to use the fast charging, from the date of purchasing, Ioniq 5 owners will receive unlimited 30-minute charging sessions for two years at any of Electrified America’s 800+ stations.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5

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Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to drive the Ioniq 5 for a few hours at a Hyundai media event. A traditional center console has been reimagined as a moveable smaller console, or Universal Island, that incorporates cup holders and charge ports. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Report from the REFF-Wall Street; Themes in Renewable Energy Finance

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Green Car Congress attended the Renewable Energy Finance Forum - Wall Street (REFF-Wall Street) conference (23-24 June) sponsored by Euromoney Energy Events and the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE). by Bill Cooke. Energy Markets in a State of Change. Anderson has worked in power industry finance since 1992.

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