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MIT researchers conclude fundamental changes in the US energy-innovation system are needed to meet challenges of climate change and energy supply

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Without systematic, transformative changes, the US is unlikely to succeed either in averting the worst economic and environmental consequences of climate change or in achieving a secure, affordable and reliable energy supply. A carbon price must surely be a part of any energy transition strategy. Innovation should become that focus.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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The performance of the ReFactory will also relate to the ability to generate closed-loop supply flows with controlled costs (reuse, recycling for repair), and to develop new value-added skills (retrofitting, dismantling, fleet maintenance, preparation of batteries for the second life, etc.)

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Volkswagen commissions fast-charging park with 570 kWh of second-life MEB cell modules

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At the Zwickau vehicle plant, Volkswagen commissioned the first fast-charging park in Saxony supplied with energy largely from a power storage container (PSC). The PSC is an electricity storage unit and consists of 96 cell modules with a net capacity of 570 kWh.

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Honda tests next-generation INDYCAR internal combustion engine; full hybrid unit in 2024

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Engines are currently supplied by Chevrolet and Honda. The hybrid technology will include a motor, inverter, and electric storage device that will create energy recovery from the braking system. The fourth-generation IndyCar engine will see engine displacement increased from 2.2

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EKODA consortium exploring direct reuse or repurposing of batteries, gearboxes

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Used and damaged cars are often disposed of via energy-intensive scrapping processes—even when many of their parts are still fully functional. This strategy optimizes the lifespan of the individual parts, making it possible to establish a sustainable circular economy in the mobility sector.

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EU investing €1.8B in 17 large-scale clean tech projects

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Hydrogen (3 projects): In the Netherlands, one project will produce, distribute and use green hydrogen through an electrolyzer supplied by offshore wind electricity. Another project in Sweden will produce a new fiber from pulp to substitute polyester in textile applications.

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LowCVP reports indicate pathways for meeting renewable energy targets in transportation, decarbonizing fuel to 2030 and beyond

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In all cases, the analysts concluded that the implied uptake of new blends/vehicles and/or supply of double counting suggested an ambitious implementation program and that incentives will be necessary. This would need to be agreed as part of a new fuel specification for gasoline and is unlikely to be introduced until near 2030.

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