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IEEE Recognizes Itaipu Dam’s Engineering Achievements

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One of the most remarkable examples of technologys potential to provide enduring benefits is the Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam , a massive binational energy project between Brazil and Paraguay. It reads: Itaipu power plant construction began in 1975 as a joint Brazil-Paraguay venture. The IEEE Paraguay Section sponsored the nomination.

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COP26 declaration on accelerating the transition to 100% zero emission cars and vans

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All governments should also support the transition of these light vehicles to zero emission vehicles; Kenya; Secretariat of Economy, Mexico; Morocco; Paraguay; Rwanda; Turkey; Uruguay.

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Study Finds Water Footprint for Bioenergy Larger Than Other Forms of Energy; Bioelectricity the Smallest, Biodiesel the Largest

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The WF of bioenergy shows large variation, they found, depending on 3 factors: (i) the crop used, (ii) the climate at the location of production, and (iii) the agricultural practice. For soya, India has a large water footprint, while the figures for countries such as Italy and Paraguay are more favorable.

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