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AC Propulsion sends eBox EV to Denmark for V2G research focused on buffering intermittent renewable energy

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AC Propulsion has delivered an AC Propulsion-powered eBox to the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where it will be used to evaluate Vehicle to Grid (V2G) operation as part of a research program. AC Propulsion is a pioneer in the development of V2G systems and has supplied eBox vehicles to several V2G test programs.

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ABB and Volvo Buses partnering on fast-charging system for hybrid and electric buses

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ABB and Volvo will contribute with their respective expertise in power grids and e-buses to further develop e-bus fast-charging standards, such as communications protocols for infrastructure, electrical grids and e-buses. The system is based on internationally certified standards. Developing e-bust fast-charging standards.

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IEA report draws lessons from rapid uptake of EVs in Nordic countries

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In proportion to its population, the Nordic region—Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden—is strikingly ahead of the rest of the world in adopting electric cars. Given the resilient Nordic power grid, this small share of power demand has not caused issues for electricity distribution networks to date.

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Siemens presents three-point plan for implementing cost-efficient energy transition in Germany

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Siemens proposes that these costs would no longer be included in the electricity price but covered via a fixed-cost, flat-rate payment for the grid connection. All consumers who use the power grid would thus pay an equal share of the costs—regardless if they produce electricity and how much, or what they consume.

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Renault Unveils Four Concept EVs and Quickdrop Battery Switch System; Commits to 100,000 EVs with Better Place

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Renault and Better Place also announced an expansion of their current agreement by committing to a volume of at least 100,000 electric cars in Israel and Denmark by 2016. . From 2011, Renault will progressively roll out four electric vehicles, including two derivatives of internal-combustion vehicles. Click to enlarge. .

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Opinion: Debunking the mythsWhy fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) are viable for the mass market

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Most recently, Toyota announced that its fuel cell sedan would also be available in the UK, USA, Germany and Denmark during the summer of 2015. This renewable production capacity is increasingly important to ensure the existing power grid can accept more renewable sources. It’s time to debunk a number of myths.

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Geely supporting Danish initiative on e-methanol with vehicle trials in Aalborg

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Denmark has been a global leader in sustainability, and has pledged to reduce its carbon emissions by 70% by 2030. Supporting green e-methanol to be used as marine fuel, Denmark has established a strong infrastructure foundation for the production, storage, and transport of methanol fuel.

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