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Technology Trending: superfast EV charging, propane for aircons, Robobug, zero-emission yachting

Smart Energy International

Machine learning based battery charging protocols, propane as an energy efficient and environmentally friendly coolant for space cooling, the remotely controlled Robobug and a new light on nano-level electrical circuitry, satellite observations for energy development in Africa and a zero emission luxury catamaran are on the technology radar.

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NorthVolt’s Battle Plan to Win the Upcoming Battery-Wars

Mr. Sustainability

What is NorthVolt’s strategy to create a European battery power basis? NorthVolt recently raised an additional $600 million in equity – enabling its expansion of production and recycling capacities, as well as R&D activities to support the target of establishing 150 GWh of manufacturing capacity in Europe by 2030.

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How can the world kick its oil habit?

Mr. Sustainability

The dark, often viscous liquid is the single biggest contributor to the world’s energy mix, at 34 per cent of consumption, followed by coal at 27 per cent and natural gas at 24 per cent. Our usage has jumped 62 per cent over the course of a few decades — up from 61.6 And can any drop in oil usage happen quickly enough? (5)