Tue.Apr 05, 2022

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What’s brewing? AB InBev’s zero-emissions fleet recipe

GreenBiz

How the world’s biggest beer maker plans to build a sustainable future for the next 100 years.

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How To Incorporate Sustainable Materials Into Your Everyday Life

The Environmental Blog

Sustainability is a practice that can and should be implemented routinely and faithfully in everyone’s life. Sustainability is a habit defined as the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources to consistently maintain an overall ecological balance in the pursuit of keeping our environment healthy and thriving. Incorporating this mentality and applying it in as many ways as possible throughout your life requires a bit of intentionality and discipline.

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Swarovski crystallizes a CO2 removal deal with Climeworks

GreenBiz

The five-year agreement will see the jewelry firm fund a direct air capture project to suck up the pollution the carbon has already caused.

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Solar Insure adds QuickBOLT mounts to their AVL

altenergymag

QuickBOLT has officially become Solar Insure’s preferred mounting provider on their AVL. Solar Insure’s 30-year extended warranty protection is 20% longer than any warranty on the market and covers parts, labor, and roof penetrations. They’ve been around for 15 years, helping people adopt solar faster and easier.

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Electrofuels Are the Future: The Driving Force to Decarbonizing Heavy Transport

Speaker: Ayesha Choudhury - Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Markets at Infinium

With the first wave of the energy transition, renewable energy sources (such as solar and wind) have begun replacing coal power generation. However, some sectors are lagging behind and struggling to decarbonize more than others, including large-scale transportation like commercial aviation, shipping, and rail transit. Electrofuels (aka eFuels) are the next generation of solutions to help the hardest-to-abate sectors pivot from their reliance on fossil fuels.

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US banks balk at capital rules for climate risk

GreenBiz

American financial firms, hot to address climate change, turn a cold eye on proposed regulations.

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How To Get Rid Of Carpenter Ants In Your Garden

Green Living Guy

Spotting carpenter ants crawling across the kitchen floor or anywhere in the house can be frightening for you as a homeowner. Especially if you are frequently looking for ways to get rid of the giant pest ants when they gather during spring and early summer. If you are wondering how to get rid of carpenter […]. The post How To Get Rid Of Carpenter Ants In Your Garden appeared first on Green Living Consultants, Companies, Electric Car Expert, Green Living, Electric Car News, New York, Calif

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F-150 Lightning Takes on World’s Toughest Towing Test

Green Living Guy

Whether hauling snowmobiles to the cabin in the dead of winter or the pontoon to the lake in the dog days of summer, the 2022 F-150® Lightning™ is tested to have customers covered. To help prove it, Ford engineers took the first all-electric F-Series to two of America’s toughest real-world towing routes during development – […]. The post F-150 Lightning Takes on World’s Toughest Towing Test appeared first on Green Living Consultants, Companies, Electric Car Expert, Green Living, Elec

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LG Energy Solution and Stellantis to build battery manufacturing plant in Windsor, Ontario

Charged

A joint venture between battery-builder LG Energy Solution and automaker Stellantis will invest more than $5 billion Canadian ($4.1 billion US) to build an EV battery manufacturing plant in Windsor, Ontario, just across from Detroit. The battery facility will have an annual production capacity of 45 GWh, which will supply Stellantis plants in the North American market, and is expected to employ around 2,500 people.

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Should We Follow Norway’s Example of Electric Vehicles?

Green Living Guy

With 65 percent of cars sold in 2021 in Norway being electric, we can get a pretty good idea about where the country is heading. Norway has become the first country to have so many electric cars. It is surprising for a lot of countries because even at this point, many countries are thinking about […]. The post Should We Follow Norway’s Example of Electric Vehicles?

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Australia’s oldest university goes 100 pct renewable in supply deal with Snowy

Renew Economy

Australia's oldest university becomes the latest to make the switch to 100 per cent renewables, striking a supply deal with Snowy Hydro. The post Australia’s oldest university goes 100 pct renewable in supply deal with Snowy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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AR/VR Simulations for Sustainable, Regenerative, Circular Cities

Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor

With 191 country signatories to the Paris Climate Agreement now hard at work in the race to zero carbon by 2050, much of the heavy lifting in ecosystem sustainability falls on the shoulders of the world's densely populated urban centers. This conversation considers how today's AI-enabled simulation media, such as AR/VR, can be effectively applied to accelerate learning, understanding, training, and solutions-modeling to sustainability planning and design.

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ClimeCo, YAKOPI and PUR Projet Announce Partnership for Mangrove Restoration Project in Indonesia

Green Living Guy

Boyertown, PA – April 4, 2022 ClimeCo, a leader in the development and management of environmental commodities, today announces a partnership with YAKOPI (Yayasan Konservasi Persisir Indonesia) and PUR Projet for the reforestation of vital mangroves in the Aceh and North Sumatra Regions of Indonesia. Mangroves sequester three to five times the amount of carbon […].

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Sion Power’s experimental lithium metal cells deliver 2,500 cycles

Charged

Sion Power says one of its multilayer lithium metal pouch cells has performed for over 2,500 cycles, retaining 70% of its initial capacity. The cell was charged for 180 minutes at the C/3 rate and completely discharged in 45 minutes at the 4C/3 rate. The experimental cell is part of Sion Power’s Licerion product line. Licerion batteries have lithium metal anodes and are compatible with LFP and NMC cathodes.

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NSW unveils “first of its kind” access standards for new renewable energy zones

Renew Economy

NSW seeks feedback on draft REZ access standards to guide how billions in new investment in wind, solar and storage will replace ageing coal. The post NSW unveils “first of its kind” access standards for new renewable energy zones appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Today’s EV engineering webinar schedule: Tuesday, April 5th

Charged

Charged is hosting a virtual conference on EV engineering that’s free to attend and it starts today. The conference includes live webinar sessions with interactive Q&As and on-demand webinars. View the daily session schedule online here. All of the live sessions will be recorded and available to view after the broadcasts. You can access the recorded videos on each session’s registration page.

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How Digital Transformation will Bend the Curve of the Linear Economy Toward the Circular

Speaker: Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SmartNations Foundation, Jimmy Jia, Venture Partner at Pi Labs, Fabienne Durand, Senior Advisor to the SmartNations Foundation, & Roger Strukhoff, Executive Director of the Tau Institute

The Climate 4.0 Economy. Climate change is here. We see it in many ways already. Weather catastrophes: Texas freezing over, the wildfires of California, the increasingly unpredictable violence and frequency of hurricanes, the rapid melting and disappearance of polar ice caps. Much more evidence all around us. What can we do in our corporate organizations, in our homes and communities, to change the current course?

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How Earth Observation Data Can Support the Greening of Agricultural Policies in Europe

Planet Pulse

“You need Earth observation data to understand how our past activities and natural events and processes have shaped the landscapes we see today, but also to plan the future landscape to meet the needs not only of the current generation, but also those that follow.” – Richard Lucas, Aberystwyth University. As the EU aims for climate neutrality in agriculture and land use by 2035, as well as becoming the first climate-neutral continent by 2050, the “greening” of agriculture becomes a top pri

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Scheugenpflug integrates inspection systems into its dispensing products

Charged

Scheugenpflug has announced that its dispensing system products will now integrate an inspection system. The systems are designed for automated production lines with dispensing systems. Germany-based Scheugenpflug offers systems for adhesives, dispensing and potting operations. The company’s dispensing systems will include Quiss ’s RTVision 2D or 3D inline inspection systems.

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Test Drive Results Honda CR-V hybrid electric SUV

Green Living Guy

Let’s hear it for the new hybrid-electric variant. Talk about some major upgrades to the CR-V hybrid. Also re-designed wheels. Finally and standard Honda Sensing® safety. Most noteworthy and driver-assistive technology (previously available only on EX and above trims). The Honda CR-V Hybrid is substantially improved fuel efficiency. Like I got 32 – 35 mpg […].

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Greens launch $6.1 billion electric vehicle policy in new election pitch

Renew Economy

Greens unveil $6.1 billion electric vehicle policy package, including rebates of up to $15,000 per vehicle, and a plan to revitalise Australia's car making industry. The post Greens launch $6.1 billion electric vehicle policy in new election pitch appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Smart sensors market to surpass $208bn by 2031

Smart Energy International

A TMR report forecasts that the global smart/intelligent sensors market will exceed $208 billion by 2031 due to their increased use of internet of things (IoT) devices. Transparency Market Research’s (TMR’s) report, Smart/Intelligent Sensors Market Outlook 2031 , estimates a growth rate of 18.2% CAGR for the market during the forecast period of 2021 to 2031.

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Italian energy giant to build first wind farm in Australia to supply BHP nickel smelter

Renew Economy

Italian energy giant to build its first Australian wind farm in the country's west after landing a 12-year supply agreement with BHP's nickel operations. The post Italian energy giant to build first wind farm in Australia to supply BHP nickel smelter appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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“The Washington War On Hydrocarbons”

Energy Central

As the supply, reliability, and price of energy has become a global top-of-mind issue, America needs to evaluate how it views energy security for the future transition. Actions from both business and government can enhance our energy security, providing viable options while maintaining a vibrant economy and reducing emissions. The topics discussed in this article will be: Governmental.

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Will China shatter Australia’s dreams of global green hydrogen domination?

Renew Economy

Australia is pouring millions of dollars into green hydrogen technology. But China’s new plan could throw cold water on its dream of becoming a global hydrogen superpower. The post Will China shatter Australia’s dreams of global green hydrogen domination? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Shyft Group introduces Class 3 electric delivery van, commercial EV chassis and charging solution

Charged

The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF), which has a 50-year history of specialty vehicle chassis manufacturing, has created a new brand called Blue Arc EV Solutions, and introduced three new products: a commercial-grade purpose-built EV chassis; an electric Class 3 walk-in delivery van; and a portable, remote-controlled charging station called the Power Cube.

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Ed’s note: Innovation for utility challenges in a volatile world

Smart Energy International

EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) is a highly diverse area, both between the individual regions and across them. We encounter the extremes of development from advanced high tech digitally-driven communities to others that still lack access to reliable power or water and sanitation. Tom Deitrich, President and Chief Executive Officer, Itron during the keynote presentation.

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Gridtential Signs Development Agreement with Camel Energy and a Top-Three U.S. Automaker, Marking Entry into Automotive Battery Market

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Gridtential Energy, the inventor of Silicon Joule® bipole battery technology, today announced a product development agreement with Camel Energy, the largest car battery manufacturer in Asia, and a top-three U.S. automaker that is supplied by Camel.

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Australia’s Worley secures key role in 25GW wind and solar project in Oman

Renew Economy

Worley has secured a key role in Omani project that proposes to build 25GW of wind and solar capacity for green hydrogen and ammonia. The post Australia’s Worley secures key role in 25GW wind and solar project in Oman appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Greentown Houston Startups’ Biggest Milestones From Our First Year

Greentown Labs

Greentown Houston’s first anniversary is this April, and we’re proud to be home to more than 60 startups and 20 corporate partners who are accelerating Houston’s shift to the energy transition capital of the world! As we look back on our first year, we’re excited to spotlight some of our members’ biggest accomplishments. Join us on April 21 to celebrate these startups, Greentown Houston’s first year, and the regional climatetech ecosystem!

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Itron Chief calls on industry to accept ‘sacred obligation’ to society

Smart Energy International

“Keeping the lights on, keeping clean water flowing, keeping homes warm and cities safer and brighter is what we do as an industry…without our work society would break down. This is something to remember, it’s a sacred obligation,” said Tom Deitrich, President and Chief Executive Officer, Itron. Deitrich opened the Itron Inspire EMEA 2022 virtual event today by emphasising the important work of the water and energy sectors in the face of pressing challenges, referencing the imp

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Valentin Software at Intersolar Europe in Munich

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A special focus is on the presentation of the latest version of PV*SOL premium. Corresponding live design sessions are planned at the exhibition stand.

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IPCC: ‘Limiting global warming will require major transitions in the energy sector’

Smart Energy International

The UN IPCC has released its latest climate change mitigation report, which provides an updated global assessment of mitigation progress and pledges. One of its core findings is that major transitions in the energy industry will be key to mitigating the climate crisis. The report is the sixth assessment report from the United Nations’ (UN’s) Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which is charged with advancing knowledge on human-induced climate change.

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Qcells Unveils New Brand Identity

altenergymag

In line with its ultimate goal to become a complete clean energy solutions provider, Qcells reforms its brand identity by showcasing a new logo, core values, mission and slogan.

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ExxonMobil Announces $10 Billion Oil Investment the Same Day IPCC Signals End for Fossil Fuels

DeSmogBlog

“Investing in new fossil fuel infrastructure is moral and economic madness,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres said as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released part of its latest report on Monday. This scientific summary, focused on how the world can cut greenhouse gas emissions, warns of the extraordinary harm to all of humanity caused by fossil fuels and the need for a rapid energy transition away from oil, gas, and coal, calling for meaningful changes over the next th

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Woodfibre, cork, and low carbon cement: UK's 'first' net zero carbon house revealed

Business Green

RIBA award-winning house designed by and built for late designer and sustainable building engineer Max Fordham is the first to secure Net Zero Carbon certification from UKGBC. An ultra-energy efficient home in North London has become the first residential building in the UK to secure net zero carbon verification via the UK Green Building Council's recently-launched industry standard, its developers announced today.

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Solar and storage developer shifts to ‘batteries on wheels’ in smart charging deal

Renew Economy

Australian renewables developer signs memorandum of understanding with European electric vehicle smart charging heavyweight. The post Solar and storage developer shifts to ‘batteries on wheels’ in smart charging deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.