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US electricity demand is about to surge – here’s what needs to happen

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ICF’s report asserts that renewables such as wind and solar could meet the expected demand growth, but challenges include upgrading the grid, speeding up the permitting and approvals process, and finding ideal locations for new clean energy infrastructure. When the grid needs some juice, my Powerwalls provide it.

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We’re the New Renewables

Cars That Think

JUICE BOX For many years, environmentalists have looked forward to the coming of net-zero-energy buildings. Now residential and commercial buildings can be outfitted with roofing tiles that double as solar panels, or with rooftop boxes like this low-profile unit that transforms gusts of wind into electric current. Gabriela Hasbun

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Maserati launches new tri-motor GranCabrio Folgore convertible that goes 0-100 km/h in 2.8 sec

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seconds but loses some juice down the straightaway, going 0-200 km/h in 9.1 We have yet to get the exact pricing, but we expect the BEV to cost upwards of $200k. The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore’s motors combine to deliver a top speed of 290 km/h (180 mph), but that’s computer-limited. It could go faster if the engineers allow it.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

Cars That Think

In case of power outage at home, the DC pins in the charger can send juice back into the house, keeping the lights on. Just as there is an Apple ecosystem, so with home and EV battery systems you could wind up with a Ford setup, a Tesla setup, or a VW setup. Even so, world events are putting wind in the sails for backup power.

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Murf takes $400 off e-bikes and 20% off accessories, Jackery power stations 42% off, Rachio smart hose timer at new low, more

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Down from its regular $2,395 price tag, we’ve only seen the occasional holiday sales that pop up to take $400 or $500 off this model (with most of the models receiving equally few discounts compared to other brands). Although this is only a $6 markdown, it still lands it at the all-time lowest price we have tracked.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The driving range in pure electric mode is short, so best save that battery juice for parking garages or sneaking in late at night. There is a choice of eight colors—Jet Black Mica, Cypress, Celestite, Wind Chill Pearl (with a $425 added cost) and Sonic Silver Metallic, Barcelona Red Metallic, Blue Crush Metallic and Acidic Blast.

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What the Nissan Leaf Has Taught Us About Natural Disaster Recovery

Blink Charging

The Leaf models were used as portable power stations , with enough juice to power the average Japanese home for four days, power 6,200 smartphones, or run 100 elevator round trips in a 48-story building. . After the successful use of the Leaf to help keep the power on in hospitals, their utility expanded to homes and businesses.

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