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Baker Institute report: China has positioned itself as a gatekeeper to the energy transition; nickel case study

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The global push to convert the world to electric vehicles will cause supply chain complexities that could undermine the alternative energy transition in the United States, according to a new report from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy. Global Nickel Trade and Chinese Dominance.

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Sea Drones in the Russia-Ukraine War Inspire New Tactics

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Against all odds, Ukraine is still standing almost two and a half years after Russia’s massive 2022 invasion. Of course, hundreds of billions of dollars in Western support as well as Russian errors have helped immensely, but it would be a mistake to overlook Ukraine’s creative use of new technologies, particularly drones.

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SGH2 building largest green hydrogen production facility in California; gasification of waste into H2

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The technology has been vetted and validated, technically and financially, by leading global institutions including the US Export-Import Bank, Barclays and Deutsche Bank, and Shell New Energies’ gasification experts. Waste is a global problem, clogging waterways, contaminating oceans, packing landfills and polluting skies.

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IEEE President's Note: Focusing on Members in Uncertain Times

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Our activity in IEEE demonstrates the ability of technologists to work together for the greater global public good without boundaries. IEEE does not suspend our commitment to support this global scientific community in challenging times. IEEE is committed to the realization and maintenance of such freedoms. Protecting freedoms.

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Self-Generation Nation – Solar Sales Soar Amid Escalating Energy Costs

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Even prior to the catastrophic impact caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, prices were creeping up and unprecedented demand was beginning to put pressure on available supply. Well, when it comes to self-generated energy generation, PV is a reliable and efficient solution with a realistic payback time and minimal maintenance requirements.

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The Fall and Rise of Russian Electronic Warfare

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And now Ukraine, including by extension its intelligence partners in NATO, had a Krasukha-4 to dissect and analyze. After nearly a decade of owning the airwaves during a Moscow-backed insurgency in eastern Ukraine, EW was. At least three of Russia’s five electronic warfare brigades are engaged in Ukraine. First Fielded.

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BMW i Ventures invests in HeyCharge to amplify EV charging rollout at residential locations; Y Combinator alum

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As the number of EVs on the road increases—by 2040, virtually every new car sold globally will be electric—there will be a large need for a scalable charging option that fits into consumers’ everyday lives. —Chris Cardé, Founder and CEO, HeyCharge.

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