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NOVEMBER 2, 2017

million for five newly selected energy projects as part of the Binational Industrial Research and Development ( BIRD ) Energy program. million in the areas of hydrogen storage, advanced biofuels, sustainable transportation, and energy efficiency. The approved projects will leverage cost-share for a total project value of $10.5

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DECEMBER 18, 2020

These results show that the Opposed-Piston technology is able to meet our sustainable transportation goals, reducing criteria pollutants while also emitting less carbon dioxide.

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JANUARY 5, 2022

Automation expert ABB and China’s leading automotive parts supplier, HASCO, are forming a joint venture to drive the next generation of smart manufacturing in China’s automotive industry. Both parties agreed not to disclose any further details about the investment. —Sami Atiya, President of ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation.

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DECEMBER 26, 2021

With shippers such as Cabot increasingly striving for low-carbon transportation solutions, the industry is reaching a turning point. Furthermore, with shippers and governments committing to net zero by 2040 or 2050 with sizable emissions reductions by 2030, the industry needs options for sustainable transportation.

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JULY 19, 2023

VWGoA) is boosting its automotive research in the United States to further accelerate electric mobility and sustainable transportation innovation. The Volkswagen brand is already checking opportunities to include these paper-based interior parts in future model lines and work to support industry-scale production.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

For example, our Lucid Air Grand Touring has an official EPA rating of 516 miles of range with a 112-kWh battery pack, giving it an industry-leading efficiency of 4.6 miles per kWh. —Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO, Lucid Group.

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AUGUST 4, 2020

The report, Opportunities for hydrogen in commercial aviation , which had technical input and funding from The Boeing Company, finds that growing hydrogen industry momentum could provide an opportunity to introduce hydrogen for niche airport applications (such as ground support equipment) as early as 2025. —Dr Marshall.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Sustainable transportation. Sustainable transportation funding requests include: Vehicle technologies. Within the $10.7 billion, the FY 2016 Budget requests $4.8 billion for applied energy activities, including: $2.72 contribution to the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project.

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APRIL 11, 2023

The report— “2023 North American Light Vehicle Aluminum Content and Outlook ”—released by the Aluminum Association indicates that demand for more sustainable transportation will help drive an increase in market share for aluminum content by nearly 100 net pounds per vehicle (PPV) from 2020 to 2030.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2022

The tire industry is ready to lead, with innovative technologies that not only improve the fuel efficiency of vehicles but also enhance the performance and durability of our roadways. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to truly transform the country’s infrastructure by focusing on our shared priorities.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2012

In Germany, sustaining a town of 300,000 people is estimated to require 1,000 truck deliveries daily. In his keynote, Ford called for partnership between the automotive and telecommunications industries to create an inter-connected transportation network as part of the solution. —Bill Ford.

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MARCH 18, 2013

In other words, while vehicle and fuel technologies clearly play a major role, so does demand reduction and the development of smarter, sustainable transportation systems. Of 9 reports from the TEF project, four deal with reducing transportation demand. You’re moving from a mode and evolving into a more sophisticated system.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Breaking with its past support of EPA’s RFS implementation decisions, the Brazilian Sugarcane Industry Association (UNICA) is formally opposing EPA’s proposal—due to be released in about two weeks—to reduce RFS volume targets for 2014, 2015, 2016 ( earlier post ). UNICA had earlier submitted comments opposing the proposed changes.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2019

XALT Energy is working in partnership with Motor Coach Industries (MCI), a US subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. The bus will be available to private and public transportation leaders in California and other states to test next-generation powertrain technology and improved accessibility developments.

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JUNE 10, 2021

Industrial gases leader Air Products, and its subsidiary Air Products Canada Ltd., Hydrogen will help to meet society’s need for sustainable transportation, especially for heavy-duty vehicles where hydrogen excels compared to other technologies.

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MARCH 19, 2021

In order to fully maximize the utility of the opposed-piston in the commercial vehicle industry we need to offer a broad range of power and torque capabilities. Working with the world-class teams at Clemson, Wisconsin, and Isuzu, the project helps lead us towards more sustainable transportation. Earlier post.)

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JULY 5, 2011

Sustainable transport group BD Otomotiv (BD OTO AS) said it is in advanced negotiations with the Norwegian court-appointed Trustee of THINK Global to rescue the electric vehicle brand from bankruptcy. BD Otomotiv is a Turkey-based investment group which in recent years has focused on electric transportation.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

GE has joined Virgin Australia and a consortium of other partners to research and develop commercial biofuel for the aviation industry. The agreement comes as the aviation industry puts added focus on carbon emissions as it becomes covered by emissions trading schemes around the world. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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APRIL 13, 2020

This gives our customers and us valuable knowledge on zero-emission transport solutions and will help us in taking the next steps towards more sustainable transport. We are very excited to be one of the few companies worldwide that can demonstrate a hydrogen rigid in real-time operation. —Marie-José Baartmans, BREYTNER.

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JUNE 27, 2012

Oak Ridge National Laboratory has opened a $3-million automotive battery manufacturing R&D facility, allowing for collaboration with industry and other national labs while protecting intellectual property of industrial partners. —Claus Daniel, deputy director of ORNL’s Sustainable Transportation Programs.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 31, 2024

Recent comments from Yunfei Li, general manager of branding and public relations at BYD, have suggested that the Chinese electric vehicle maker regards its biggest American rival as a key ally in the transition to sustainable transportation. BYD sells new energy vehicles, which comprise both battery electric cars and plug-in hybrids.

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Teslarati

MARCH 24, 2024

Former General Motors (GM) executive Terry Woychowski, who is now President of engineering consultancy Caresoft Global, called the arrival of the Seagull a “clarion call for the rest of the auto industry,” adding that it’s a “significant event” (via CNBC ). auto industry appeared first on TESLARATI.

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DECEMBER 17, 2021

The parties are together committing to invest €500 million—assumed to be by far the largest charging infrastructure investment in the European heavy-duty truck industry to date. The three partners see this as a breakthrough for the transport industry to cut carbon emissions and for other industries to benefit in several ways.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2012

UK Transport Minister Norman Baker announced £15 million (US$24 million) of new funding that will enhance cycle routes across England and will also improve integration between cycling and rail at stations. Sustrans—the UK transport charity—will receive £8 million (US$13 million) for projects to enhance cycle routes across England.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Innovative emerging trends in the e-bicycle market have helped position the industry for increased market growth, the report observes. Rebounding economy in North America and, to a lesser degree, Europe.

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Teslarati

MAY 6, 2021

The NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) recently approved its pilot program to introduce more battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to the yellow taxi industry. “We’ve found a pragmatic approach to sustainable transportation that’s focused on health, safety, and the passenger experience.

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MAY 12, 2011

Brazil’s Secretary of State for Transport and Economic Development, Energy, Industry and Services, together with CEG, MAN Latin America and Robert Bosch Latin America and the governor of Rio de Janeiro, Sergio Cabral, introduced the Volksbus dual-fuel prototype (CNG and diesel). NGV Global.

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JANUARY 9, 2021

New Flyer Industries Canada ULC and New Flyer of America Inc., Li-Cycle offers a proprietary, closed-loop lithium-ion battery resource recovery service producing minimal solid waste, and zero liquid and air emissions that can sustainably produce battery grade lithium, cobalt, and nickel products. subsidiaries of NFI Group Inc.,

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MARCH 23, 2025

. “The findings show that the public charging experience can vary widely based on the vehicle and the charging networks operating in ones community and along frequent trips,” writes Drew Toher, Consumer Reports’ Campaign Manager for Sustainable Transportation projects.

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OCTOBER 14, 2021

With a commitment to be climate-neutral and achieve net zero value chain greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, Volvo Group is on the path towards developing sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions of the future. —Martin Lindqvist, President and CEO at SSAB.

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AUGUST 2, 2019

This investment comes from ERA’s BEST Challenge—a $100 million funding opportunity for biotechnology, electricity, and sustainable transportation technology solutions.

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JANUARY 13, 2021

The European Clean Hydrogen Alliance is one of the many measures being taken by the European Union to bolster its position as a world leader in the production and deployment of hydrogen in industry and the energy grid. It is also one of a host of actions intended to support the EU’s goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.

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MARCH 20, 2023

The electric garbage truck will be the first fully electric heavy-duty truck from a global manufacturer to begin operation in Africa, marking a significant milestone as we move closer toward a sustainable transportation industry globally.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2021

The ambitious Air-One project will bring industry, government and the public together to demonstrate how to unlock the potential of sustainable urban air mobility to reduce congestion, cut air pollution and holistically decarbonize transport while providing seamless passenger journeys and deliveries.

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OCTOBER 29, 2014

Over the next year, these labs will assemble, train, and support entrepreneurial teams to identify private sector opportunities for commercializing promising sustainable transportation, renewable power, and energy efficiency lab technologies. Six national labs have been selected to participate in the Lab-Corps pilot program.

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OCTOBER 17, 2014

The Department of Energy (DOE), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and SAE International, along with partners and representatives from the motorsports industry, developed these protocols to be used by those automotive racing series who seek recognition as a Green Racing Series.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

The program strongly benefits the public and commercial truck industry by helping interested fleets save money while delivering more sustainable transportation. The Hybrid Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project off-sets about half of the incremental cost of eligible hybrid vehicles.

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