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? 2023’s Most Headliney-Headlines #178

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In news this week, COP28 wraps up with a landmark agreement on transitioning away from fossil fuels, DOE announces a new office focused on AI, and over 2M Teslas were recalled.  ☢️ US nuclear power saw mixed results. 🧑‍💻 COP28 was climate tech-ier than ever.

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? Ammonia goes from fertilizer to fuel #180

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The current Haber Bosch process relies on fossil fuels (~ 70% natural gas, 30% coal) and emits 2.4 Also, Ammonia’s high toxicity has led to occupational hazard concerns for seafarers who would face prolonged exposure onboard ammonia-powered vessels and already experience dangerous working conditions. of global emissions. 

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? Old nuclear, new-clear #161

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The US grid got its first new nuclear power in nearly seven years last week. Plant Vogtle began commercial operations from the first of two new reactors, but the over-budget and years-delayed project could be the last hurrah for big nuclear construction in America. Happy Monday!