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JULY 19, 2014

Petrobras’s June oil production in Brazil averaged 2,008 thousand barrels/day (bpd), up 1.7% The company’s oil and natural gas production in Brazil in the same month was 2,426 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day (boed), indicating a 1.6% from May’s production of 1,975 thousand bpd. rise from May (2,387 thousand boed).

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NOVEMBER 24, 2018

In Italy, Eni and Hera signed a partnership agreement with the aim of converting used vegetable oil into renewable diesel for Hera’s waste collection vehicles. The agreement revolves around household waste vegetable oil, such as that used for frying, collected by Hera in around 400 roadside containers and about 120 collection centres.

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Waste Oil Renewable Diesel 207

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OCTOBER 27, 2011

a Canadian integrated oil company, reported an increase in third quarter crude oil production year-on-year of about 4% due to oil sands production that was 14% higher compared with the same period a year earlier. Conventional oil production slightly declined due to a combination of factors. Cenovus Energy Inc.,

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Oil-Sands Oil Production 2010 210

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JULY 16, 2017

OPEC exports have come under pressure this week from technical threats to oil fields, with Saudi Arabia’s Manifa problems grabbing the headlines. At present, the main issue being reported on is that there has been corrosion of the water injection system, which is used to keep pressure in the reservoir.

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JANUARY 18, 2019

The US Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) announced $11 million in funding for 7 projects in the fourth and fifth cohorts of the agency’s OPEN+ program: Energy-Water Technologies and Sensors for Bioenergy and Agriculture. Energy-Water Technologies cohort.

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Water Energy Oklahoma Utah 170

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JUNE 25, 2013

Diluted bitumen has no greater likelihood of accidental pipeline release than other crude oils, according to a new report from the National Research Council (NRC). The NRC committee was not asked to address whether the consequences of a diluted bitumen release differ from those of other crude oils. Earlier post.).

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Oil-Sands Oil Transportation Congress 186

Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2020

The company’s patented technology allows the production of renewable hydrogen as well as the direct conversion of water and CO 2 into raw material for petrochemical products. As part of Neste’s growth strategy, we continue to focus on innovation with the aim to develop the existing businesses and build new growth business platforms.

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Power Powered Hydrogen Renewable 326

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MAY 31, 2021

The hybrid power conversion will be carried out on the Maersk Minder , a deep-water anchor-handling tug-supply (AHTS) vessel during the early part of 2022. AHTS vessels are mainly used to move oil rigs and platforms, and for the handling and laying of the anchors to secure them. The order with Wärtsilä was placed in May 2021.

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Conversion Hybrid Energy Storage Denmark 259

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DECEMBER 7, 2010

Det Norske Veritas AS (DNV) has introduced a new very large crude oil carrier (VLCC) tanker concept that is fuelled by liquefied natural gas, has a hull shape that removes the need for ballast water, and will significantly reduce local air pollution. In addition, a lot of fuel is needed just to transport this extra water.

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Concept Fuel Oil Mariner 199

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JUNE 5, 2012

The Green Dolphin concept design is a five-cargo-hold CSR (Common Structural Rules) double-hull bulk carrier that meets current and future expected air and water emissions regulations. The design aims to be fuel-efficient and maintenance–friendly, with high operational flexibility. Wash water holding tanks are also included.

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2020 Design Concept Fuel 294

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DECEMBER 6, 2021

Alstom and MOL, Hungary’s leading oil and gas company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to structure cooperation in examining the use of hydrogen technology in rail transportation. The only emission from a hydrogen train is water; it produces no harmful particulate or gaseous emissions.

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Hungary Hydrogen Transportation France 334

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OCTOBER 5, 2021

The $169-million Hydrocracker Improvement Project (HIP) will improve efficiency and reduce periods of planned maintenance, resulting in fewer unit shutdowns and associated flaring events. In this unit, heavy oils are subjected to high temperatures and pressure in the presence of hydrogen to produce gasoline, diesel and jet fuel.

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Renewable Diesel Emissions Production 221

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OCTOBER 28, 2011

2010 and provides operations and maintenance services to the plant. Concentrated solar power involves generating power from steam turbines with heat from the sun, avoiding the use of traditional fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas or oil. An ACS subsidiary, Cobra, finished construction of Extresol II in Dec.

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Molten Salt Energy Storage Solar Spain 253

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JULY 27, 2010

The cylinders within the block are triple-honed for a smoother finish that minimizes piston friction and overall wear, while also optimizing oil and fuel consumption. Variable-flow oil pump. turbo uses a unique, variable-flow oiling system that helps maximize fuel efficiency. Piston-cooling oil jets. Oil-water cooler.

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Chevrolet Engine Global Exhaust 249

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APRIL 14, 2015

Five years after the Deepwater Horizon disaster, the Department of the Interior has proposed new regulations that include more stringent design requirements and operational procedures for critical well control equipment used in offshore oil and gas operations. Third-party verification. Safe drilling practices.

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Oil Gas Maintenance Standards 150

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OCTOBER 29, 2009

This includes geothermal heat found in the hundreds of thousands of oil and gas wells around the United States, where up to ten barrels of hot water are produced for every barrel of oil. Geothermal Data Development, Collection and Maintenance (up to $24.6 Coproduced, Geopressured, and Low Temperature Projects (up to $20.7

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Energy Grant Oil Financing 236

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DECEMBER 13, 2018

The cooling liquid is an environmentally friendly water-glycol mixture used, making the cooling circuit can be made semi-open. As a result maintenance, in contrast to hermetically sealed systems that work with oil, is simple—for example, when coolant is replenished.

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Porsche Charging Phoenix Vehicles 331

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

Laredo Bus Facility Solar Canopies: Provide shade structures with integrated, grid tied photovoltaic cells to be erected on the bus storage lot at the Laredo Bus Maintenance Facility. It would also fund stationary fuel cells to provide primary and emergency back-up power for the bus maintenance and storage facilities.

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Emissions Gas Energy Maintenance 256

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JANUARY 6, 2022

Pure Watercraft has unveiled the first fruits of its collaboration with General Motors at CES 2022, and it’s a Pure-branded, “affordable luxury” electric pontoon boat that offers silent running, smooth acceleration, and dramatically reduced maintenance – without exhaust gas and oil leaks ruining the water for everyone.

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GM General Motors Exhaust Maintenance 145

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MAY 13, 2013

The new “OVERDRILL design” supports an overall maximum drill depth of 50,000 ft (15,240 meters) in water depths of up to 12,000 ft (3,658 meters). The drilling package is designed to meet new requirement related to water depth and drilling length with upgraded capacities, such as increased well pressure (20k) and hook load (1500st).

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Design Water Maintenance 2016 199

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

Locating the project within an existing refinery ensures maximum usage of existing equipment, leverages expertise for operations and maintenance and greatly simplifies permitting needs. This includes non-food sources of transportation feedstocks that can be grown on marginal lands and with minimal water, such as camelina oil.

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Renewable Diesel Grant California 246

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MAY 26, 2010

Petrobras announced the discovery of two new light oil accumulations (29° API) in reservoirs in the post- and pre-salt layer in deep Campos Basin waters. The recoverable volumes are estimated at about 105 million barrels of oil equivalent there. The exclusive oil production in domestic fields was 2,032,620 barrels per day, 2.9%

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Production Argentina Oil Brazil 170

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JUNE 7, 2011

Driver behavior has so much influence on not only fuel efficiency but on the overall maintenance and life of a vehicle. Ford offers customers for Crew Chief powered by Telogis a range of exclusive benefits, including alerts and reports for safety belt status, oil life remaining, water-in-diesel, tire pressure and air bag status.

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Fuel Economy Fleet Economy Ford 210

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JUNE 1, 2017

The pilot park will cover around 4 square kilometres, at a water depth of 95-120 meters. The onshore operation and maintenance base will be located in Peterhead, also drawing on resources from Statoil’s existing office in Aberdeen. With fixed turbines, offshore wind is optimal for 20-50 meters water depth.

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Wind Building Norway Water 191

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OCTOBER 17, 2016

Structural glass, a water feature and dark sky-compliant outdoor lighting fixtures will welcome visitors and thousands of production workers by connecting the plant with the landscape. The project will also feature extended life-cycle materials that require less maintenance.

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Las Vegas Manufacturer Building Nevada 150

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AUGUST 1, 2009

The oscillator is fitted with pistons and, when activated by wave action, pumps high-pressure water through a sub-sea pipeline to the shore. Onshore, conventional hydroelectric generators convert this high-pressure water into electrical energy. There is no underwater generator, power electronics or gearbox underwater to go wrong.

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Power Powered South Africa Water 186

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2014

This line of effort focuses on the identification, development, and maintenance of capacity and capabilities necessary to promote safety, security, and stability in the region. Our highest priority is to protect the American people, our sovereign territory and rights, and the natural resources and other interests of the United States.

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Obama Alaska United States 2016 207

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JANUARY 10, 2018

The 390 hp helicopter turbine’s exhaust will be converted to hot water—the fuel for the ElectraTherm ORC and the Power+ Generator will convert that exhaust into approximately 50kW of gross power. Hot water is the only fuel consumed by the Power+. —Roger Hill, Lead Project Engineer at Creare.

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Waste Exhaust Maryland Gas-Electric 186

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

No oil or other lubricants are needed, so maintenance is extremely low and the need to dispose of hazardous materials is eliminated. The C-30 microturbine in the CMT-380 features an electric generator and turbine components mounted on a single shaft, which is supported by air bearings. DOE and BIRD Grants.

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Range Auto Israel Solar 273

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MARCH 4, 2013

Components: WT = wind turbine; Fnd = foundation; EC = electrical connections, including substation; Inst = installation; IOo = input-output, other; Mnt = Maintenance, excluding replacement parts; RP = replacement parts; EOL = end-of-life. Maintenance reports of operating wind farms have traditionally not been made public.

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Wind Parts Power Powered 199

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 27, 2013

While natural gas is often cheaper than oil and gives off fewer emissions, developing the resource comes with risks, especially for smaller nations. MIT and CyI researchers have been working together on initiatives of importance to the Mediterranean island nation and the region with the focus on water, energy, and climate change.

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Cyprus MIT Gas Gas-Electric 261

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

The engine in the D7E is entirely beltless, eliminating the need for belt maintenance and replacement. The D7E also has a new three-section aluminum radiator using separate circuits for the engine (jacket-water), charge-air system and electrical-power system-including the inverter and generator module. Cat D7E with Electric Drive.

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Electrical Electric Illinois Water 199

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OCTOBER 22, 2011

The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) approved a supplemental Exploration Plan (EP) submitted by BP for deepwater oil and gas activities in the Gulf of Mexico. This is the first EP that BP has had approved since the 2010 Deepwater Horizon explosion and subsequent oil spill.

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Standards 2010 Mexico Oil 199

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NOVEMBER 8, 2010

The grant will allow the transit system to install larger, higher capacity fueling compressors that will cut in half the time needed to refuel a CNG bus at its South Bay Maintenance Facility. While lighter fats and oils are well suited to become biofuels, heavy greases such as brown grease are challenging to convert.

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Gas-Electric Gas San Jose California 236

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MARCH 18, 2011

The oil level is checked by a special sensor linked to the engine control unit. They have two compression rings and one oil control ring each, along with splash-oil cooling. The fine plateau honing of the cylinder liners reduces oil consumption as well as friction losses. There is a choice of two cooling-water pumps.

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Engine Exhaust Mercedes Oil 236

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MAY 26, 2016

Compared to the Cursor 9 diesel, the new engine has a Ni-Resist cast-iron exhaust manifold and water cooled wastegate turbocharger, increasing reliability. This is further supported by new piston rings to increase the oil service intervals by 17% vs. the Cursor 8 CNG, arriving at best in class for scheduled maintenance.

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Engine International China Exhaust 150

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OCTOBER 9, 2014

Further, Parker Hannifin has paired a RunWise transmission with a CNG engine in the series hybrid powertrain as a one-off to test the waters for such a combination, McGrew said. As pumps they use mechanical energy to deliver high-pressure oil. As motors they accept high-pressure oil and deliver mechanical energy to drive the vehicle.

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