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IEEE Recognizes Itaipu Dam’s Engineering Achievements

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One of the most remarkable examples of technologys potential to provide enduring benefits is the Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam , a massive binational energy project between Brazil and Paraguay. Brazil, which was undergoing rapid industrialization, sought a stable, renewable energy source to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels.

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GM Shows Picture of New Chevrolet Agile for Mercosur Market

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The Agile is targeted for emerging markets such as Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay (Mercosur). GM was the first company in the Brazilian auto industry to provide 100% of its spark-ignited vehicles as flex-fuel. GM began doing business in Brazil in 1925. In 2008, it posted record annual sales (548,941 vehicles).

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COP26 declaration on accelerating the transition to 100% zero emission cars and vans

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All governments should also support the transition of these light vehicles to zero emission vehicles; Kenya; Secretariat of Economy, Mexico; Morocco; Paraguay; Rwanda; Turkey; Uruguay. NEI Investments; Office of the New York City Comptroller; Seventh Generation Interfaith Coalition for Responsible Investment.

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Study Finds Water Footprint for Bioenergy Larger Than Other Forms of Energy; Bioelectricity the Smallest, Biodiesel the Largest

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energy use for the production of fertilizers and pesticides) or energy use during the industrial production of the biofuel. For soya, India has a large water footprint, while the figures for countries such as Italy and Paraguay are more favorable.

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Lancet Series: Improving road safety measures could save half a million lives every year worldwide

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The largest increases in transport injury death rate have been in Paraguay (+97%), Djibouti (+69%), Lesotho (+50%), and the Seychelles (+41%). The findings reveal that although the death rates among 10-24 year olds declined by a third between 1990 and 2019 (from 17.5 a year between 2010 and 2019 compared to the fall of 2.4%

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China’s new energy buses are re-exported to Europe

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Skona is known as the birthplace of the Nordic nation, the creative center of artists, designers and entertainers, and the birthplace of many innovative industries. In addition to the regular seats, there are two child safety seats in the car.

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