Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Organisers have confirmed the full conference programme for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe Virtual Event taking place 9-11 December 2020. Participation in all elements of the online event is free of charge and registration is open at: www.prseventeurope.com. CET on 10 December.

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Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The project includes building a new 3-million-tonne per year state-of-the-art electric arc furnace (EAF)one of the largest in the worldoffering a lower-CO2 alternative to the traditional blast furnace method. This is the first supply agreement Tata Steel UK has made since announcing the 1.25

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TechXplore

JULY 9, 2024

During a major storm event that eventually cut power to tens of thousands of homes, a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) were able to feed power back into Australia's electricity grid, according to a new report from The Australian National University (ANU).

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TechXplore

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Power grids—the web of electrical networks that sprawl across countries and continents—are under stress. Extreme weather events and volatile energy demands often push the system to the brink.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 13, 2021

GM's electric delivery foray, plus other mobility trends headlining CES. GM showed off images of an electric delivery vehicle called the EV600, as well as a pallet system called the EP1. GM also showed off a new electric Cadillac luxury vehicle and more details about its next-gen battery technology. . Katie Fehrenbacher.

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GreenBiz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

14 and 15, the California electric grid operator made the incredibly rare decision to proactively shut off parts of the electricity grid, resulting in limited rolling blackouts affecting businesses and homes throughout the state. 15, resulted in an electric grid unable to meet customer demand. Bryn Baker.

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Charged

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Electric long-distance heavy-duty trucking is uneconomical compared to diesel trucks in terms of total cost of ownership (TCO), measured in $/mile. Join this webinar , where we will discuss a novel approach to lower the TCO for long-haul electric trucks meaningfully, thereby advancing TCO parity much sooner.

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Energy Storage News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

A recent fire event at a large-scale battery storage project owned by California utility San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) was dealt with effectively and in an exemplary manner.

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DeSmogBlog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

This year’s Labour Party conference will feature events sponsored by an oil and gas trade group, the owner of the UK’s largest emitting power plant, and a gas distribution company, DeSmog can reveal. All the events hosted within the official conference zone are reviewed and approved by the party. “No Drax disputes this claim.

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

How likely would an electric vehicle battery self-combust and explode? The chances of that happening are actually pretty slim: Some analysts say that gasoline vehicles are nearly 30 times more likely to catch fire than electric vehicles.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 23, 2020

The global COVID-19 pandemic is a historic Black Swan event that offers a Green Swan of opportunities to harvest innovation from 50 years of converging exponential technologies. According to author Nassim Nicholas Taleb, Black Swans are unexpected, hard-to-predict events that result in extreme, unintended consequences. Tom Baruch.

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Envirotec Magazine

MAY 27, 2022

Tongland Power Station on the River Dee, Galloway Hydro Electric Scheme. Energy network provider SP Energy Networks says it has led a successful trial to re-energise its electricity network via renewable energy from wind turbines and hydro generation.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

AER says bidding behaviour of some electricity market participants - peaking plants and big batteries - during high-price events might not be in the best interests of consumers. The post Bad for consumers: Regulator pings generators and batteries for multiple “rebids” in high priced events appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

"One of the best ways to do that is to procure utility scale electricity from wind and solar so what's needed in order to keep the momentum going is to ensure the ability of companies like Apex to deliver those projects.”.

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Solar Power World

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The value of energy resiliency is increasing in the face of stronger weather events and natural disasters, and the electrical grid isn’t always prepared to withstand these adverse environmental pressures.

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Energy Energy Solar Power Resilience 119

Charged

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The layer changes its electrical resistance based on temperature, acting as a “fuse” to block the flow of electricity in the early stages of overheating. Its electrical resistance increases by 5,000 ohms (Ω) for every 1° C rise in temperature and its maximum resistance is over 1,000 times higher than at normal temperatures.

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TechXplore

APRIL 3, 2024

The backbone of every community, transportation connects people to everything from jobs and grocery stores to health care, vital services and social events.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Europump President Luboš Michlík addressed the event. Since 2016, these endeavours have resulted in the saving of 226 million MWh of electricity and a reduction of 158 million tons of CO2 emissions.

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Charged

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

With the rapid rise of electric vehicles, the need for public ultra-fast, reliable charging infrastructure has become critical. All live webcast sessions are free to attend and will be recorded and available to watch on-demand after the event. Reserve your spot—it’s free! Broadcast live on December 10-12, 2024.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Key changes identified by the Local Area Energy Plan are: Building efficiency Retrofitting insulation to over 75,000 homes at a cost of £300m would unlock savings of £50m per year and reduce annual electricity demand by 359GWh. It is estimated that over 2,100 public charging points for electric vehicles will be required.

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Charged

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Heavy on heritage and light on details, the launch event showed Scout’s concepts for an EV 4×4 that’s every bit the equal of Jeep or Bronco. Scout Motors, the startup electric-truck maker owned by Volkswagen, took the wraps off concepts for its first two 4×4 models outside Nashville on Thursday evening.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 2, 2021

The mass adoption of electric vehicles — and, well, electric everything — will rely heavily on cheap, dependable batteries. Creating new types of batteries that are lighter, lower-cost and more durable will allow big jumps in the performance of electric vehicles and devices. Better batteries will get us to an electrified future.

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TechXplore

APRIL 4, 2024

The Gulf Coast of the United States is often hit by tropical cyclones (TCs), hurricanes and other extreme weather phenomena, which can cause widespread electricity outages. Climate change and global warming are expected to increase the risk of these events occurring, which could significantly disrupt activities in the area.

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DeSmogBlog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The post Danielle Smith Boosts Carbon Capture Over Renewables at CCUS Event appeared first on DeSmog. DeSmog also reported that Smith’s statements opposing the use of batteries as part of a transition away from fossil fuels for energy were ideologically motivated. Walking away, she said, “We’re just not going to agree on this.

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Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 3, 2025

The month-long event is about fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing to position geothermal energy as a cornerstone of the clean energy transition. of global electricity generation, according to various sources. of renewables-based installed capacity for electricity generation globally.

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Charged

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Obvious applications for the EV ARC include off-grid and/or temporary charging needs, such as events of disaster relief (a few of these would have come in handy here in St. The system integrates with existing streetlight electrical infrastructure and provides both EV charging and lighting. Pete, Florida recently).

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GreenBiz

APRIL 20, 2021

It’s a shockingly heady time for electricity. The push to quickly transition carbon-intensive activities away from fossil fuels while meeting the world’s growing energy needs has put electricity producers and consumers squarely in the forefront of the emerging clean economy. Subscribe here. Surge protection.

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GreenBiz

APRIL 7, 2021

Here are 10 important bits to know about the planned federal investments for electric vehicles and EV infrastructure (and a reminder that we're hosting an event about many of these pressing topics, VERGE Electrify online May 25 and 26): 1. Electric Vehicles. A lot of ideas are in the plan, and many impacts will result from it.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 7, 2022

The past three years have seen mounting challenges compound on a global scale – from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain disruptions, to fuel shortages, energy security issues, and extreme weather events – raising the stakes within an already complex purchasing environment.

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Charged

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Today’s electric grid won’t be able to keep up with increasing demand from electrified fleets without significant upgrades. All live webcast sessions are free to attend and will be recorded and available to watch on-demand after the event. Reserve your spot—it’s free! Broadcast live on December 10-12, 2024.

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Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The UK’s first all-electric intercity bus service drove off with a top prize at the Scottish Green Energy Awards on 1 December. Ember, whose low-emission coaches can complete a 130-mile round trip to Edinburgh and Dundee on one charge, were proud winners of the Carbon Reduction Award.

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2025

Ahead of a three-day water startup matching event, organized by WaterCitizen.Org and hosted by DC Water on 19 February, Dr Robert Bornhofen, director of innovation at DC Water, shares his views on the challenges faced by the US utility and how they are being addressed. – the event gives up to 60 startups a chance to be heard.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This event gathers global leaders to discuss hydrogen’s pivotal role in achieving net-zero goals. The event further cements Monaco’s role as a key hub for renewable energy collaboration. Extreme H builds on the electric racing legacy of Extreme E, pushing the boundaries of sustainable motorsport with hydrogen technology.

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TechXplore

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Traditional cooling systems for buildings use refrigerants and electricity, which contribute to the atmospheric greenhouse effect that exacerbates more extreme weather events. In response, materials scientists have turned to unconventional methods for cooling down buildings.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Their efforts began with the Honda FCX, the first certified zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) introduced in 2003. 2025 Honda CR-V eFCEV – Image Source: Honda The CR-V e:FCEV utilizes a hydrogen fuel cell stack to generate electricity by combining compressed hydrogen with oxygen.

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Charged

MARCH 27, 2025

In a recent interview with Charged , Matt Reynolds from TDK provided a detailed look into the role and design of high-voltage DC contactors used in electric vehicles. He also noted that contact resistance can shift slightly over time due to arcing during current-breaking events, but TDKs design ensures long-term reliability.

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Green Living Guy

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Electric Dreams Meet Market Reality In a shocking turn of events, Tesla’s stock has taken a nosedive, sending ripples through the electric vehicle (EV) market. The once-unstoppable green energy titan now faces a sobering reality check. European Sales Skid Off the Road Tesla’s European sales have hit the brakes hard.

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