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Antelope Valley Transit orders up to 85 electric buses from BYD; first US all-electric public transit fleet

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Under the order from AVTA, BYD Motors will build and deliver a variety of all-electric bus models including a 40-foot low floor transit bus, a 60-foot low floor articulated bus, and a 45-foot commuter coach. Safer Work Environment for Technicians: The electric batteries are safe, thermal runaway proof, non-toxic, and maintenance free.

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Researchers show mixotrophic fermentation process improves carbon conversion, boosting yields and reducing CO2

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Consequently, first and second generation bioproduct manufacturing processes are economically challenged, particularly in light of recent low oil prices. According to WDL Chairman, Dr. Sass Somekh, falling oil prices forced the company back to the lab to invent a new technology that would be more resistant to low fossil fuel prices.