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Three sustainable marine fuels showcased at Miami International Boat Show

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The North American recreational boating industry showcased three sustainable marine fuels during an opening day event at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. Neste MY Renewable Diesel: Reduces CO 2 emissions by up to 75% relative to conventional fossil‐based diesel fuel.

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Electrify America releases $300M Cycle 2 national ZEV investment plan; metro charging, autonomous charging, renewable generation

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Electrify America also will continue to invest in these Cycle 1 metros: Boston, Chicago, Denver, Miami, New York City, Philadelphia, Portland, Seattle and Washington, DC. Education and Awareness Programs.

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DOE announces 15 Phase 1 semifinalists of Geothermal Lithium Extraction Prize

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University of MiamiMiami Solution. is administered by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and funded by the Geothermal Technologies Office. Rice University – LiSED. Texas Tech University – Tech Desal. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – SelectPureLi. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth – Lirix-nano Sengupta.

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NREL study finds Class 8 hybrid trucks delivered 13.7% higher fuel economy than conventional diesels in comparable usage

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A performance evaluation of Class 8 hybrid electric tractor trailers (Kenworth T370 hybrid tractors) compared with similar conventional vehicles (Freightliner M2106 standard diesel tractors) by the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) found that hybrid tractors demonstrated 13.7% Click to enlarge.

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British Airways challenges UK universities to develop a new generation of sustainable aviation fuel; part of $400M investment from parent

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The winners will also be invited to present their pathway at sustainability events in Miami and Montreal, as well as to the executive team at British Airways and IAG, the airline’s parent company. The runners up will also receive cash sums. The challenge is being launched as part of British Airways’ Centenary celebrations.

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Chemrec CEO Urges Serious Consideration for DME at Low-Carbon Biofuel for North America

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Speaking at the 2009 World Methanol Conference in Miami, Richard J. It will produce up to 40 million gallons of BioDME or other renewable motor fuels a year. LeBlanc, CEO of Chemrec, strongly advocated increased efforts to promote the benefits of dimethyl ether (DME) throughout North America. Earlier post.).

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Testing by recreational marine industry suggests up to 16.1% blends of isobutanol can be used in marine engines

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renewable isobutanol in marine engines. The testing was also supported by The US Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), and Argonne National Laboratory (ANL). At the Miami Boat Show, Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) reported.

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