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DOE announces 15 Phase 1 semifinalists of Geothermal Lithium Extraction Prize

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Lithium, a critical material used in high-charge-density batteries for electric vehicles and grid-scale electricity storage, is a crucial element in the clean energy supply chain. The Phase 1 semifinalists are: Boston University – Pober-Strauss. George Washington University – Ellexco. Oregon State University – Espiku.

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The Complex Calculus of Clean Energy and Zero Emissions

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Among the most articulate and almost certainly the wonkiest is Jesse Jenkins , a professor of engineering at Princeton University, where he heads the ZERO Lab—the Zero-carbon Energy systems Research and Optimization Laboratory, that is. power-grid transmission.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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35 new businesses, non-profits, universities, and utilities signing on to DOE’s Workplace Charging Challenge and committing to provide electric vehicle charging access for their workforce. Enable smart charging and vehicle grid integration through solutions such as demand response, and other energy storage and load management strategies.

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EnerG2 nano-structured hard carbon boosts Li-ion anode capacity by >50% compared to standard graphite

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This product will certainly play an important role in the world’s energy future, ultimately improving the performance of a wide variety of energy storage devices—everything from hybrid and electric vehicles, to industrial cranes and forklifts, to a cleaner and more efficient global energy grid. Aaron Feaver.

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How to Prevent a Power Outage From Becoming a Crisis

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The recent record-breaking heat in Oregon and Washington state, for example, claimed more than 200 lives. And it slowed urgent repair and maintenance of the power grid, with work crews having to practice social distancing due to the pandemic. It made finding relief from the heat logistically difficult. YURY DVORKIN/NYU.

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Honda unveils 2013 Fit EV; expects about 1,100 units in US over next 3 years

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American Honda will begin leasing the Fit EV to customers in select California and Oregon markets next summer, and will expand to six East Coast markets in early 2013. At launch timing, Honda will have a preferred Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) charging supplier.

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Nissan, Pima Association of Governments and ECOtality to Partner on EVs and EV Charging Infrastructure for Tucson Area

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In conjunction with the anticipated 2010 launch of Nissan’s zero-emission electric vehicle, ECOtality will initiate its EV Micro-Climate program in the Tucson region to promote sensible policies, intelligent deployment of charge infrastructure, and strong public awareness to encourage consumer adoption of grid-connected electric vehicles.

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