In January, Tesla CEO Elon Musk insisted that US tariffs were needed against China. Yet Musk, with a tendency to vacillate on key company positions, told participants at the Viva Technology conference in Paris this week that he opposed US tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs … | Continue reading
DHL Group is expanding its charging infrastructure for electric trucks with stations provided by E.ON Based on the framework agreement, fast-charging infrastructure will be established at DHL Group locations in Germany. The contract entails the establishment of fast-charging infr … | Continue reading
One part of the weird obsession with hydrogen for energy over the past several years, especially in Europe but also in the USA, are the number of reports analyzing how and where the pipelines will go and what will be required in ports. It’s all a house of cards as ... [continued] … | Continue reading
At Redwood, our process involves sourcing end-of-life batteries and production scrap as well as raw materials and then recycling, refining, and remanufacturing these feedstocks into critical battery materials for North American cell manufacturers at gigafactory-scale. Redwood is … | Continue reading
President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda is Building Up a Clean Energy Workforce, Advancing Innovative Energy Saving Technologies, and Helping Low-Income Households Save Money on Home Energy Costs WASHINGTON, D.C. — As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, t … | Continue reading
A few days ago I went deep on cement again, using an assessment of the processes of American clean cement startups Sublime Systems and Brimstone to define the scope and magnitude of the problem, the chemistry and energy requirements of cement, why fixing it is critically importan … | Continue reading
Bill McKibben has some advice for Joe Biden: Make climate change the centerpiece of your re-election campaign. The post Bill McKibben Thinks Climate Change Is The Key To A Biden Win In November appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading
The Chevy Equinox EV presentation that I recently attended in Michigan emphasized the value of GM’s new crossover. In this piece, I compare the Chevy Equinox EV to its leading competitors. Chevy’s Presentation GM executives made the point that the reason they were coming out with … | Continue reading
Perhaps Biden has forgotten the last time America’s land yachts, marketed to the most affluent, became impossibly expensive symbols of conspicuous consumption. It was the same year he entered Congress after all, 52 years ago. But America and its car companies have faced an almost … | Continue reading
Researchers have developed a new cathode for lithium ion batteries that is a drop-in replacement for cobalt and nickel. The post Researchers Claim Batteries With Iron Cathodes Outperform Traditional Materials appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading
Under the auspices of the India Smart Grid Forum, the think tank founded as an umbrella organization over India’s 28 state utilities to provide thought leadership, share leading practices, and bring international insights to India, I’m delivering bi-weekly webinars framed by the … | Continue reading
REDWOOD CITY, California — Under a BAA (Broad Agency Announcement) funded project with Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Reach, the Wireless Power-at-a-Distance company developed and demonstrated a groundbreaking radio frequency (RF) based wireless power transfer … | Continue reading
Kia EV3 brings innovative technology of brand’s flagship EV9 SUV to set new standards in the compact EV SUV segment Bold, progressive exterior with innovative, practical interior that maximizes space, functionality, and comfort Best-in-class 600km AER driving range; 10–80% batter … | Continue reading
I live in Florida, where the governor has banned speaking the words “climate change” — well, at least when it comes to governmental affairs. In reaction, a local meteorologist has vocalized his dismay. We on the ground know what’ll happen next to Steve MacLaughlin — he’ll be out … | Continue reading
Many cities, towns, and counties in the US have adopted plans to reduce their carbon dioxide emissions, on the theory that they have a duty to their citizens to provide them with an environment that will allow them and the progeny to survive. Most of those municipalities have a s … | Continue reading
Auburn Hills, Michigan — The Jeep® brand today released “Surpass Yourself” on its official YouTube channel. The teaser film profiles the all-new, all-electric Jeep Wagoneer S — the brand’s first global BEV, launching first in the United States and Canada. The Jeep Wagoneer S will … | Continue reading
Recently I hosted Professor Amy Wagoner Johnson, a US materials scientist who is leading a global research project on coral reef restoration, on my podcast Redefining Energy – Tech. In the theme of providing transcripts of presentations I’m giving in various places for people who … | Continue reading
PHOENIX, Arizona — The Ohio State/Wilberforce University Team has been named the Year Two champion of the EcoCAR Electric Vehicle (EV) Challenge, followed by Georgia Tech in second place and McMaster University (CA) in third place. The Year Two competition challenged teams to com … | Continue reading
The international transport and info-logistics provider has launched an e-truck testing program as part of its comprehensive sustainability strategy. The company is spearheading the transition towards greener logistics solutions by integrating electric trucks into its operations … | Continue reading
MADISON COUNTY, Ohio — EDF Renewables North America and Enbridge Inc, a leading North American energy infrastructure company (TSX: ENB) (NYSE: ENB), celebrated today with more than 100 guests, the completion and start of commercial operation of the 150 MWac Fox Squirrel Solar Pha … | Continue reading
Company Teams Up With Xos and Morgan Olson to Build Commercial Vehicle Prototype on Class 5-6 Stripped Chassis MACON, Georgia — Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, will debut its electric-powered step van at the upcoming 202 … | Continue reading
WESTMONT, Illinois — Gamma Technologies (GT), a global leader and innovator in multi-physics systems simulation software, announced its sponsorship of the Battery Workforce Challenge (BattChallenge), a 3-year collegiate competition aimed at fostering the next generation of engine … | Continue reading
Following a successful bid to the Government to fund electric buses in Hull and the East Riding, Hull City Council’s Cabinet has approved plans to enable the purchase of 40 electric buses and the allocation of circa £2 million of funding from the authority for the installation of … | Continue reading
Tootbus, the world’s first low-emissions sightseeing bus company, has secured approval for plans to install roof-mounted solar panels on their Wandsworth depot, working in collaboration with electric fleet solutions provider VEV. This project will power the existing electric flee … | Continue reading
HEFEI, China — Gotion High-tech hosted its 13th Technology Conference on May 17, unveiling its new products and new technology, including 5C ultra-fast charging G-Current battery ready for immediate mass production, high-nickel NCM cylindrical Stellary battery and the much discus … | Continue reading
Microstructure Simulations Reveal Strong Influence of Elastic Deformation on the Charging Behavior of Layered Oxides Used as Cathode of Sodium-ion Batteries Which factors determine how quickly a battery can be charged? This and other questions are studied by researchers of Karlsr … | Continue reading
The motor vehicle manufacturing industry is one of the most important sectors in South Africa, contributing 4.3% (2.4% manufacturing and 1.9% retail) to the gross domestic product. 633,332 vehicles were produced in South Africa in 2023. 399,594 vehicles were exported, which was a … | Continue reading
The Danish startup Cellugy has developoed a drop-in, bio-based replacement for petrochemicals., produced with an assist from super-bacteria. The post Super-Bacteria Are Scaling Up To Attack The Petrochemical Industry appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading
Everyday test of inductive charging station in Braunschweig Inductive wireless energy transfer is a future-proof way of charging electric vehicles, especially for applications in public spaces. A major advantage over wired charging is the convenience for the user and the ease wit … | Continue reading
Several years ago I concluded that Cement’s CO2 Emissions Are Solved Technically, But Not Economically. Since then I’ve had numerous conversations with deep experts on the subject that made me realize that it wasn’t just cost, but regulations that held alternatives back. I’m digg … | Continue reading
Autel Energy, a leading global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging products and services, this week unveiled its groundbreaking MaxiCharger Megawatt Charging System at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo (ACT Expo) 2024 taking place on May 20-23 at the Las Vegas Convent … | Continue reading
ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT), a leading provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), and Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ: ABNB) yesterday announced a partnership to meet a growing demand in EV charging from Airbnb guests. The partnership aims to make it easier for Airbnb … | Continue reading
Good news keeps coming from the Carioca country. When EV sales skyrocketed in late 2023, there were fears this was a temporary increase because automakers were running to bring as many cars as possible to market before the tariffs kicked in this year. This wasn’t the case, and be … | Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a new Lighting Market Characterization (LMC) report for baseline year 2020. This is the fourth edition of the LMC report; previous versions were released in 2002, 2012, and 2017. By publishing summary estimates of installed stock and … | Continue reading
Guiding port commissioners toward a new energy future Maritime ports, bustling hubs of global trade, are emerging as the new frontier for electrification. Advances in clean energy technology, such as microgrids and batteries, are enabling electrification of port infrastructure an … | Continue reading
Tracking how high West Coast seabirds fly will help researchers understand environmental impacts from offshore wind One day, wind turbines may float off the coasts of California and southern Oregon, providing clean, renewable energy to millions of homes. But before construction c … | Continue reading
One thread I’m pulling on across industrial solutions is the ability of electrochemical processes powered by green electricity to replace industrial processes powered by fossil fuels. Today someone handed me the end of a thread leading to Sublime Systems, a Massachusetts, USA, fi … | Continue reading
Offers Higher Levels of Onboard Energy, Flexibility for Any Application, Especially for Port Operators Las Vegas, NV — TICO (Terminal Investment Corporation) Manufacturing, the leading terminal tractor manufacturer and one of the largest terminal tractor fleet owners and operator … | Continue reading
RIZON Truck returns to the ACT Expo with 2 new models The e18Mx and e18Lx offer an upgraded payload capacity of 18,850 pounds, compared to 17,995 pounds for the current models The new model warranty package protects the powertrain and high-voltage electrical equipment for 8 years … | Continue reading
PORTLAND, Oregon – Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) is committed to reducing the company’s overall carbon footprint by integrating a comprehensive circular economy approach across its operations. This strategy emphasizes repairing, remanufacturing, repurposing and recycling … | Continue reading
Two members of Congress are urging the Justice Department to investigate the fossil fuel industry, We have our own suggestion. The post Democrats Urge Department Of Justice Investigation Of Fossil Fuel Companies appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading
Think of the Kia EV3 as a grown-up, electrified version of the hugely popular Kia Soul. It’s cute, in a chunky sort of way, with room for 5 and lots of stuff. There is a distinct family resemblance to its big brother, the Kia EV9 three-row SUV, but at only ... [continued] The pos … | Continue reading
US ground transportation stakeholders are ramping up their interest in electric trucks, with batteries and fuel cells both in play. The post New Electric Trucks To Push Diesel Out Of US Transportation Market appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading
We’ve waited for this moment in the EV Early Adopter community for a long time: the gap in price between electric and gas vehicles is getting oh-so close. Maybe it’s the right time to convince our friends, family, and neighbors to take the plunge into buying a used EV. There’s .. … | Continue reading
MOD BIKES has just announced the launch of a new model of e-bike, the MOD Black, which features front and rear suspension and fat tires for a smoother ride, whether that’s commuting on city streets or communing with nature out on the trails. There wasn’t an “adventure bike” or mo … | Continue reading
The journey to gaining new knowledge and skills isn’t a steady climb. Why? Because it’s easy to feel confident too early. When you go from knowing basically nothing about something and then learn a little bit, that little bit represents an infinite increase. Looking back at where … | Continue reading
If you can imagine a world without internet connectivity, life-saving medical equipment, clean water, food production, and transportation, you can imagine a world without an electric grid. The U.S. grid, a vast network of interconnected power lines and infrastructure, is an engin … | Continue reading
The road to the electric car future has developed some twists and turns of late as automakers struggle to understand the current market. The post US Electric Car News: Electric Camaro? Maybe. Electric Mustang? Never. ID.7? Not Now appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading