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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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The 5 Biggest Electric Vehicle Stories of 2024 — BYD, Tesla, & More
Yup, 2024 is a wrap. Looking back to determine the biggest electric vehicle stories of the year, I could look through thousands of stories to try to identify the biggest — and I’ll probably do that as well — but trying to answer that question just by digging through my … [continued]
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Europe EV Sales Report — In November, 25% of New Cars Had a Plug
Some 268,000 plugin vehicles were registered in Europe in November, a 2% year drop over year (YoY). Interestingly, BEVs and PHEVs had different behaviors, with the former growing 1% YoY to 185,000 units while PHEVs remained stuck in red, falling 9% in November to 83,000 units. As such, November saw … [continued]
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Andy Palmer Says “Hybrids Are A Road To Hell”
Hybrids are a road to a dead end according to Andy Palmer, a former Nissan executive who convinced Carlos Ghosn to develop the LEAF.
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What Are The Implications Of $66/kWh Battery Packs In China
The Power Construction Corporation of China drew 76 bidders for its tender of 16 GWh of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery energy storage systems (BESS), according to reports. Bids averaged $66.3/kWh, with 60 bids under $68.4/kWh. The tender, covering supply, system design, installation guidance, 20-year maintenance, and safety features, targets … [continued]
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Green Hydrogen Advocates Get A Cold Dose Of Reality From Bloomberg
The price of green hydrogen will remain stubbornly high until 2050, claims the latest report from BloombergNEF.
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CleanTechnica Car of the Year Nominees & Voting — Europe Edition
The US edition of 2024 CleanTechnica Car of the Year voting is well underway, and it’s time now to turn our attention to Europe. The rules are the same. The general aim is to identify the new vehicle model that is likely to have the biggest net positive effect on … [continued]
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Energy News Roundup: Wisconsin reacts to oil spill as pipeline fight continues
The company planning a controversial pipeline reroute in northern Wisconsin recently told officials that it spilled approximately 69,300 gallons of crude oil in the southern part of the state, making this Wisconsin’s largest oil spill since at least 2012. Enbridge first reported the spill, which was caused by an underground equipment failure on its Line 6 pipeline, on Nov.
Klassen: Elections, economic angst will dominate politics in 2025
Economics will play an outsized role in politics in 2025 as leaders try to create robust economies in an era of volatility
Volkswagen is shoring up suppliers for its St. Thomas electric vehicle battery plant, to operate under the PowerCo division, buying into a lithium mining company to feed the plant that will make elect
Raw material for lithium, mined in the James Bay area of Quebec, will start making its way to St. Thomas. Volkswagen is shoring up suppliers for its St. Thomas electric vehicle battery plant, to operate under the PowerCo division, buying into a lithium mining company to feed the plant that will make EV batteries, the […]