Tag: Aviation
Your Questions About Montana Renewables, (Partly) Answered
Montana Renewables is planning to expand their sustainable aviation fuel footprint with an assist from the US Department of Energy.
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One person in custody following a large police response north of Chepstow
One person is in custody following a large police response north of Chepstow. According to a police media release, South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), West Region OPP K-9, and OPP Aviation Unit responded to an incident in the Municipality of Brockton in Greenock Township on Schmidt Lake […]
$1.67 Billion to Montana Renewables to Significantly Expand US Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production
Montana Renewables will expand its renewable fuels facility to scale up sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda, the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO) announced today the closing of a $1.67 billion ($1.44 billion of principal and $233 million of … [continued]
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Ancient Pongamia Tree Breathes New Life Into Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The hardy bean-producing pongamia tree is carving out a niche in the sustainable aviation fuel industry, with the potential for producing human food, and animal feed as well.
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Avoiding Collateral Damage From Trump’s War On Wind, Small Wind Turbine Edition
The US small wind turbine industry is finally on track to hit mainstream agricultural and rural markets, after years of playing second fiddle to gigantic, utility-scale turbines.
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Charging Ahead: Key Geographical Clusters For Electric Trucks
Key Takeaways: Focus on high-potential corridors with strong GDP, climate action, and low-carbon electricity Drill down to county-level data to align charging infrastructure with local needs Start with collaborative pilots and scalable microgrids to drive adoption When rolling out electric truck charging microgrids for depots and truck stops, a key … [continued]
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Dangerous Downwash Is The 15th Reason Why A Jetsons EVTOL Future Won’t Happen
Over the past few years tens of billions of dollars, enormous numbers of hours of aerospace engineers’ precious time, and countless articles have been wasted on the Jetsons fantasy of quiet, electric, folding aircraft taking off and descending vertically amidst the towers and homes of our cities. Now the US … [continued]
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British Columbia Shows Norway How To Decarbonize Ferries
Moving people and vehicles across short distances is a no-brainer for batteries and electric motors. The only problem, as with most electrification of transportation, is getting electricity at sufficient power levels to the point of charging. British Columbia has a very obvious and straightforward strategy for its ferries. British Columbia … [continued]
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Avoiding the Uniqueness Bias In Charging Microgrids
Key takeaways: No truck stop or distribution center is unique Establish corporate control and management of the program Optimize the mix of vendors and staff for different phases of the program The uniqueness bias is a finding of Professor Bent Flyvbjerg, global megaprojects expert and author of the 2023 business … [continued]
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Modular Charging: LEGO Logic For Electric Trucks
Key Takeaways: Tailor charging solutions for heavy-duty trucks at stops and depots Modular and standard component choices are key to scalability Optimize charging for local and grid resiliency, and utility engagement The principles of cause and effect have deep roots in scientific exploration, ancient philosophy, and religious teachings, and later, … [continued]
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