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OnStar and Google demonstrate concept service for managing charging Chevrolet Volts with renewable energy

Green Car Congress

OnStar and Google are working together to demonstrate a new OnStar service for managing the charging of Chevrolet Volts with renewable energy, using the 17 Chevrolet Volts in Google’s “Gfleet” based at the company’s headquarters in Mountain View, Calif. Renewables in the US grid. Click to enlarge. was conventional hydropower.

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Hyundai introduces US market version of Kona Electric at New York show; 250-mile range

Green Car Congress

Hyundai introduced the US-market version of its Kona Electric crossover at the New York Auto Show. Kona Electric rides on an all-new CUV platform and is Hyundai’s first compact electric crossover for the US market. Kona Electric Motor Drive System. This 100 kW DC fast-charging capability is standard on the Kona Electric.

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What is Home energy management system, why it is needed

Baua Electric

A smart meter is a digital device that records and monitors the consumption of electricity, gas, or water in a home or business. Renewable energy integration involves the incorporation of renewable energy sources into existing energy systems, such as electrical grids or heating systems.

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Should Parking Companies Create Their Own EV Charging Networks?

Blink Charging

One type of company that is set to reap the rewards of the country’s transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is parking management companies. In the electric vehicle charging industry, there are hardware providers and network software providers. Flexible and dynamic pricing configurations.

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Bloom Energy Debuts SOFC Fuel Cell System for Distributed Generation

Green Car Congress

Bloom Energy Corporation staged a high-profile event announcing the availability of the Bloom Energy Server, a patented solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technology for distributed power generation. Electrons generated at the anode move out through an external circuit, creating electricity. The event was hosted at eBay Inc.,

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How To Reduce EV Charging Station Costs

EV Connect

Incentives Generally, the highest-dollar methods of reducing the start-up costs of installing electric vehicle charging stations come from incentives and rebates. As a result, it’s usually best to google “federal EV incentives” when you’re starting your project, to ensure you’re as up-to-date as possible.

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2023 Rivian R1T Review - Got My Chips Cashed In

The Truth About Cars

.& On the other hand, it’s easy to forget about the cost of your electric bill, since you pay it once a month and unless you’re in Texas, electrical service is always right there. It’s no worse than any other pickup truck, however, and in a way oddly reminiscent of similar vibrations you’ll experience from a gas-engined truck.

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