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Department of Energy Announces $16 Million to Boost Domestic Capabilities in Solid-State and Flow Battery Manufacturing

Department of Energy Announces $16 Million to Boost Domestic Capabilities in Solid-State and Flow Battery Manufacturing

Thursday, September 14, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) has announced the selection of five projects, totaling $16 million, to advance domestic capabilities in solid-state and flow battery manufacturing. These selections will be crucial in the nation's efforts to decarbonize the grid, industry, and transportation, paving the way for a clean energy future benefiting all Americans. Each project represents a collaborative effort between DOE National Laboratories and industry partners to expedite the transition from innovation to battery manufacturing scale-...Read More

Lawmakers strike $106 million deal for fueling hydrogen cars, trucks — even though hardly anyone drives one

Lawmakers strike $106 million deal for fueling hydrogen cars, trucks — even though hardly anyone drives one

Thursday, September 14, 2023

California lawmakers have reached a deal that would set aside 15% of funds from a billion-dollar climate program to help companies build fueling stations for hydrogen cars and trucks.

After months of debate, Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes, a Democrat from San Bernardino, said legislative leaders and Gov. Gavin Newsom agreed on a compromise for the funding. An estimated $106 million will be spent on new hydrogen fueling stations through July 2030, according to the California Hydrogen Coalition.

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As prices fall, two thirds of global car sales could be EVs by 2030, study says

As prices fall, two thirds of global car sales could be EVs by 2030, study says

Thursday, September 14, 2023

LONDON, Sept 14 (Reuters) - Spurred by falling battery prices, electric vehicles could hit price parity with fossil-fuel models in Europe in 2024 and the U.S. market in 2026, and account for two thirds of global car sales by 2030, according to new research.

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Toyota promises new EVs coming in 2026 with nearly 500 miles of range

Toyota promises new EVs coming in 2026 with nearly 500 miles of range

Thursday, September 14, 2023

At the recent launch of its new BEV factory, Toyota vowed its next-generation electric vehicles will deliver longer range and faster charging at a lower price. The Japanese automaker now says its new EVs, due out in 2026, will feature nearly 500 miles of range.

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Biden-Harris Administration to Invest $100 Million for EV Charger Reliability

Biden-Harris Administration to Invest $100 Million for EV Charger Reliability

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

The Biden-Harris administration announced it has opened applications for the Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator program, which will provide up to $100 million in federal funding to repair and replace non-operational EV charging infrastructure.

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Albemarle to get $90 million grant from Pentagon for raising domestic lithium output

Albemarle to get $90 million grant from Pentagon for raising domestic lithium output

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Sept 12 (Reuters) - Albemarle (ALB.N), the world's largest lithium producer, said on Tuesday it has received a grant of $90 million from the U.S. Department of Defense to expand production of the critical raw material for electric-vehicle batteries.

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Ford, Honda, and BMW create a new vehicle-to-grid company to help EV owners save money

Ford, Honda, and BMW create a new vehicle-to-grid company to help EV owners save money

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Ford, BMW, and Honda are joining forces to create a new vehicle-to-grid company that aims to help EV owners save money by sending energy back to the electrical grid.

The new company, ChargeScape, will “create a single, cost-effective platform connecting electric utilities, automakers and interested electric vehicle customers.” Through that platform, EV owners “earn financial benefits through a variety of managed charging and energy-sharing services never before possible with traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.”

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U.S. moves to secure EV battery metals from African conflict zone

U.S. moves to secure EV battery metals from African conflict zone

Monday, September 11, 2023

GREENWIRE | President Joe Biden and U.S. allies are ramping up their strategy to tap Africa’s rich mineral resources, including offering funding to a Mozambique project near a conflict zone that’s slated to feed graphite to a processing facility in the United States.

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Gotion is bringing a $2 billion EV battery gigafactory to Illinois, creating thousands of jobs

Gotion is bringing a $2 billion EV battery gigafactory to Illinois, creating thousands of jobs

Friday, September 8, 2023

Global EV battery developer Gotion High-Tech has announced a major investment in the state of Illinois to the tune of $2 billion to erect a new gigafactory in Manteno – about 50 miles south of Chicago. With logistic and financial support from the state, Gotion’s new plant becomes the largest investment in EV battery technology in Illinois history.

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Clean Cities Celebrates 30 Years of Advancing Sustainable Transportation Solutions

Clean Cities Celebrates 30 Years of Advancing Sustainable Transportation Solutions

Thursday, September 7, 2023

Clean Cities, composed of 75 coalitions across the country, is celebrating 30 years of boosting the national energy security, economic vitality, and quality of life. Launched in 1993 by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Clean Cities coalitions work in urban, suburban, and rural communities throughout America helping businesses and consumers meet climate, financial, and energy goals through sustainable transportation fuels and technologies.

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