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BNEF: Oil price plunge to have only moderate impact on low-carbon electricity development, but likely to slow EV growth

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The collapse in world oil prices in the second half of 2014 will have only a moderate impact on the fast-developing low-carbon transition in the world electricity system, according to research firm Bloomberg New Energy Finance. Earlier Bloomberg New Energy Finance analysis showed that, with gasoline at $2.09 on 30 June to $61.60

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DOE to award up to $4.5M to projects for alt fuel and advanced vehicle deployment

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The intent of this area of interest is to combine a targeted vehicle demonstration project with a driver/fleet education experience to allow participants to better understand the benefits that these vehicles/technologies can offer. Blends of 85% or more of alcohol with gasoline. Coal-derived liquid fuels. Electricity.

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ExxonMobil: global GDP up ~140% by 2040, but energy demand ~35% due to efficiency; LDV energy demand to rise only slightly despite doubling parc

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The outlook is developed by examining energy supply and demand trends in 100 countries, 15 demand sectors covering all manner of personal and business needs and 20 different energy types. By 2040, natural gas is expected to account for more than a quarter of global energy use, surpassing coal in the overall mix. billion in 2040.

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U. Mich study: natural-gas-based ICE, BEV and FCV all show promise for environmental benefits relative to conventional ICE

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in this study the environmental impacts of delivering driven vehicle miles are compared for three different vehicle fleets, each powered either directly or indirectly by natural gas. Dai and Lastoskie assumed their three fleets would have the same glider and similar power train configuration, excluding power source parts.

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How EVs Are Helping Humanity & Saving Lives?

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Electric vehicles have become an inevitable part of every walk of modern life. They are not only used for personal commuting, but they are also being used in agriculture, public transportation, last-mile operation and even in firefighting. With Formula-E they are getting into the racing arena as well. 

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ExxonMobil Outlook: 35% growth in energy demand by 2040; hybrids to account for ~50% of new vehicle sales

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By 2040, hybrids are expected to account for about 35% of the global light-duty vehicle fleet, up from less than 1% in 2010. The growth reflects an expected 90% increase in electricity use, led by developing countries where 1.3 billion people are currently without access to electricity. Source: ExxonMobil. Click to enlarge.

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Hyundai Offering Free Chargers to EV Buyers, Swelling Industry Incentives

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Hyundai is offering customers willing to buy an all-electric vehicle a Level 2 home charger for no extra cost. That makes the $33,550 (before any federal tax credits or state incentives) Kona Electric the most affordable way to take advantage of the deal. From AN : Cooled demand suggests consumers are still hesitant to make the change.

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