FuelCellsWorks

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

First demonstration of collaboration agreement signed between companies at 2023 South African Green Hydrogen Summit in Cape Town First trial on public roads of a fleet of hydrogen vehicles in.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 3, 2021

And at Accelerate this year, you will hear from entrepreneurs who are based in cities across Europe, Africa, and the U.S. . Electric vehicles are projected to reach 58 percent of global passenger vehicle sales by 2040. During the submissions process, we had applicants who hailed from 21 countries. Courtesy of.

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Smart Energy International

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

The LEAP Fund, backed by Drive Electric, was founded in 2022 to encourage low-carbon transitions and minimise fossil-fuel vehicle lock-in. We see notable leadership in electric vehicle innovation, vision, and motivation in many emerging markets,” said Rebecca Fisher, director of the Drive Electric Campaign. “We

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Smart Energy International

DECEMBER 15, 2022

“Africa is full of potential infrastructure project opportunities in the pipeline. This is according to Hendrik Malan, CEO and partner at Frost & Sullivan and one of many expert speakers who will address the upcoming Africa’s Green Economy Summit taking place from 22–24 February 2023.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

A slew of initiatives designed to accelerate the electric vehicle (EVs) transition in emerging and developing markets has been launched this morning by the UK, as fresh figures have highlighted the transition away from polluting cars and trucks is occurring at drastically different rates around the world.

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AGreenLiving

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

General Motors’ war isn’t directed at the Norwegian people but at beating them for global leadership in electric vehicles sales. The commercial is part of GM’s “Everyone In” ad campaign designed to bring electric vehicles into the mainstream and increase North American sales. More here:Â .

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Smart Energy International

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The longer-term aim of the partnership is to deliver millions of e-motos to the roads of Africa. Bboxx, a platform providing access to essential products and services, and Ampersand, an e-mobility company delivering sustainable transport solutions in East Africa, are partnering on the project to expand Ampersand’s e-mobility scheme in Rwanda.

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The City Fix

MARCH 28, 2024

Like many parts of Africa, motorcycles are the most popular form of transportation among Rwanda’s 13.3 million people. Whether they’re commuting to work or school, transporting jugs of water from the local taps or just running everyday errands, people on.

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Smart Energy International

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

More from IRENA Innovation Week: Energy storage needs greater innovation say Europe and Africa commissioners California energy agenda “California’s climate agenda is based on rapid electrification. Last week, the state celebrated a clean energy milestone: the installation of 10,000 direct current fast chargers for electric vehicles.

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Charged

MAY 11, 2023

This is a watershed moment for Yutong,” said Frank Lee, Managing Director, Yutong West Africa. It’s our first delivery of electric mass transit buses in Sub-Saharan Africa and the first step in the large-scale deployment of an electric-powered public road transport system in Nigeria.”

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Smart Energy International

DECEMBER 15, 2022

“By staging the summit, we are creating a marketplace to ensure real investment is made into qualifying green economy opportunities, not just in South Africa but deep into Africa too. Over 90% of transport emissions in SA is caused by road transport , and motorcars in particular, and yet, the uptake of electric vehicles is slow.

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The City Fix

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Electric buses are key to decarbonizing cities. But the transition to electric buses. Compared to internal combustion engine buses and cars, they improve air quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, are cheaper to operate and are more reliable in many cases.

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Smart Energy International

JUNE 8, 2022

With the ever-increasing amount of electric vehicles (EVs) that have been coming onto the grid, planning how to manage the grid’s wear and tear while maintaining grid functionality is more relevant than ever. And this is where smart charging and vehicle to grid comes in.”.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The campaigners have also called for greater investment into public transport and electric vehicles which it has said are needed in order to reduce the 15 per cent contribution that transport currently makes to greenhouse gas emissions. asked Revd Dr Rachel Mash, Environmental Coordinator, Anglican Church of Southern Africa.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Comparatively, there are around 19 million battery electric vehicles on roads worldwide, according to estimates published by BloombergNEF. Challenges for South Africa He pointed out that if a larger hydrogen car rollout is ever to occur, a refueling infrastructure will be necessary.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Japan and South Africa have inked a deal designed to support the reduction of carbon emission of South Africa’s domestic economy and the growth of its hydrogen economy, including potential green hydrogen and ammonia projects and a technology transfer from Japan. The goal is to help South Africa decarbonize key industries.

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Smart Energy International

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

To build a successful battery supply chain, Africa needs to move away from a legacy of mineral extraction and exporting of raw materials to investing in the existing opportunity to partner, beneficiate and manufacture. Afrivolt is developing Africa’s first lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility with a 5GWh installed capacity.

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The City Fix

AUGUST 31, 2023

Climate change is already having a significant impact on Africa’s ecosystems, economy and society. This year alone, 1.8 million Africans were displaced during a prolonged drought, the Democratic Republic of Congo experienced catastrophic flooding, and Cyclone Freddy left a trail of destruction in Malawi and Mozambique.

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 25, 2024

Bboxx is a data-driven super platform that is working to help transform lives by unlocking potential through connecting consumers and deploying innovative products across Africa. Following its successful acquisition of solar energy frontrunner PEG Africa in 2022, Bboxx is now positively impacting the lives of more than 3.6

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 22, 2024

Bolt, a leading on-demand mobility company in Africa, in collaboration with M-KOPA, a leading African fintech platform, today announced the launch of its electric bike fleet in Kenya. Through this partnership, new and existing drivers will have the opportunity to lease ROAM and Ampersand electric motorbikes at a discounted price.

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 20, 2024

Spiro has the largest fleet of electric motorcycles on the roads in Africa. Spiro now has over 13,000 electric motorbikes and 40,000 swappable batteries in operation across Benin, Togo, Rwanda, and Kenya. Spiro says, to date, riders have collectively driven almost quarter of a billion kilometers.

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 19, 2024

Lagos-headquartered MAX describes itself as a technology-enabled company driven by a vision to solve mobility challenges in Africa. It says its work helps to democratise access to vehicle ownership and empower mobility entrepreneurs with financial support services. MAX has over fourteen branches across Nigeria, Cameroon, and Ghana.

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 17, 2024

Last year, Volvo Trucks started delivering heavy electric trucks to its customers in South Africa. In another major boost for the uptake of heavy electric trucks in South Africa, Volvo Trucks South Africa has now launched Equipment-as-a-Service (EaaS) model for electric truck rentals in the country.

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CleanTechnica

APRIL 9, 2024

continued] The post Electric Vehicles Consumed.01% 01% Of Total Electricity Consumption In Kenya From July To Dec 2023! The report covers the first half of the Financial Year 2023/2024, which is the period from July 2023 to December 2023. In his message, the Director General of EPRA. appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

MARCH 24, 2024

Auric Air”), a Tanzania-based regional air operator flying both scheduled and charter service across East Africa, to upgrade up to 12. continued] The post Surf Air Mobility Enters Agreement to Supply Electric Powertrains to Tanzanian Cessna Caravan Operator Auric Air appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The post EV Battery Swapping Takes Over Africa, Is US Next? A new, eye-catching EV battery swapping station from the firm Spiro levels up rider services and sets the table for rapid global expansion. appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

South Africa is the world’s largest producer of platinum group metals. continued] The post First Pilot Fleet of BMW iX5 Hydrogen Fuel Cell EVs Launched In South Africa appeared first on CleanTechnica. Anglo American Platinum is the world’s leading primary producer.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

continued] The post Kofa Unveils The TAILG Jidi Electric Motorcycle: A Game-Changer for Africa’s Gig Workers appeared first on CleanTechnica. Last year, we reported that Kofa, a Ghanaian company focusing on battery swap networks, and TAILG were jointly developing a.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Zero Carbon Charge, the South African firm working to build South Africa’s first fully off-grid charging stations, has signed a memorandum. continued] The post Zero Carbon Charge Signs Deal To Bring 480 kW EV Ultra-Fast EV Chargers To South Africa appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

JANUARY 30, 2024

Africa New Energy Vehicles (AfricaNEV), in collaboration with local partner Advanced Mobility, has successfully concluded a comprehensive e-mobility training program. continued] The post AfricaNEV & Advanced Mobility Conclude Successful E-Mobility Training Program in Kenya appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

JANUARY 18, 2024

Sales of battery-electric vehicles came close to breaching the 1,000 units per year mark in South Africa for the first. continued] The post The Volvo XC40 Leads The Way In South Africa As BEV Sales Show Good Progress in 2023 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

DECEMBER 26, 2023

The world includes Africa, but unfortunately so far, besides. continued] The post Time For Tesla To Start Looking Seriously Into Africa: A Proposed Approach appeared first on CleanTechnica. Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

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CleanTechnica

DECEMBER 24, 2023

continued] The post BYD’s Plan for Japan is Good for Africa appeared first on CleanTechnica. BYD has some big plans for the Japanese market, according to reports from Tokyo. The reports say BYD wants to.

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CleanTechnica

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

continued] The post DHL Express South Africa Gets Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo Test Fleet In South Africa appeared first on CleanTechnica. Vans are utilised in a lot of sectors. Some of the largest operators of vans are logistics and courier companies.

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CleanTechnica

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Sales of electric vehicles in South Africa are starting pick up now, thanks to a wider selection of EVs on. continued] The post Zero Carbon Charge Starts Construction On First National Network Of 100% Solar-Powered EV Charging Stations in South Africa appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The electric motorcycle industry in East Africa has been developing nicely over the past 5 years. Several startups have been. continued] The post Powerhive Announces Strategic Partnership with Mobius Motors to Boost Local Assembly Capabilities in Kenya appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

continued] The post Ghana Waives Import Duties on Electric Vehicles For 8 Years Starting 2024 appeared first on CleanTechnica. Ghana’s Minister for Finance and Economic Planning presented the 2024 Budget Speech yesterday. As part of that speech, some great.

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