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First electric Urban Air Port secures UK government backing; eVTOL hub

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Using innovative construction, the sites can be installed in a matter of days, emit net zero carbon emissions and can be operated completely off-grid, meaning they do not always have to rely on a suitable grid connection. Urban Air Port provides an integrated approach to the decarbonization of cities.

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Endesa develops prototype charger enabling electric vehicle to return power to the grid; hoping for deployment by 2020

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Endesa, Spain’s largest utility, has developed a prototype V2G (Vehicle to Grid) charger that enables electric vehicles to return stored power to the grid. The development of a sustainable transport policy is a cornerstone of Endesa’s 2008-2012 Strategic Sustainability Plan.

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Renewable Energy & EV Charging – Perfect Synergy

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Finally, renewable energy sources can be harnessed decentralizedly, allowing individuals and communities to generate their own power while decreasing their reliance on centralized power grids. The greater the use of renewables, the fewer charge points are required to rely on the grid at all.

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DOE releases five-year strategic plan, 2014-2018; supporting “all of the above” energy strategy

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It intends to do so by reducing technology costs and risks, as well as by reducing costs in siting and permitting, installation, inspection, maintenance, and customer acquisition for distributed and utility-scale generation projects, as well as improving performance and manufacturing processes.

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The Transformative Role of Electric Vehicles in Shaping Smart Cities

Baua Electric

Smart cities, therefore, are not only focused on the operational phase but also on sustainable manufacturing processes and recycling initiatives. Promoting Sustainable Transportation Behavior: The adoption of electric vehicles within smart cities fosters a shift towards more sustainable transportation behavior among residents.

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A Fresh Charge for Avista EV Program

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Avista is addressing climate change-related issues by using cheaper and cleaner fuel, more efficiently utilizing grid infrastructure, and integrating renewable power resources. EV Connect also provides Avista detailed information about the utility’s entire EV charging network through the Utility Partner Console.

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Calif. Energy Commission to award more than $44M for hydrogen refueling and alternative fuel vehicle projects

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million to install three hydrogen fueling stations in the cities of Mountain View and Cupertino (both in Santa Clara County), and Foster City (San Mateo County). This effort builds on a productive partnership of public agencies to make progress in attaining a clean, sustainable transportation sector. Linde, LLC, will receive $4.5