Ionity opens 100th charging station in Europe
High-speed charging network Ionity reached a milestone with the recent opening of its 100th charging station in Europe.
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Ireland’s railways going green — Irish Rail to order up to 600 battery electric trains
Irish Rail has started a tender process for “the largest and greenest fleet order in Irish public transport history” as it looks to add 600 electric trains to its fleet over the next decade.
Fiat Chrysler pitches 50-50 merger with Renault
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has proposed a 50-50 merger plan with Renault to create the world’s third-largest automaker.
EGEB: Australia’s ‘obsession’ with cheap solar, solar bus shelters in Charleston, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- Australia’s “obsession” with cheap solar is causing issues down under.
- Charleston is building a bunch of bus shelters, complete with solar roofs.
- India is installing rooftop solar on railway buildings.
- Traverse City, Michigan is setting its own green goals.
Climate Crisis Weekly: Sea level rise, US a climate denial ‘hotbed,’ TV ignores nature report, and more
In this edition of Climate Crisis Weekly:
- Sea level rise could be even worse than feared.
- The US is a “hotbed” of climate change denial.
- The GOP touts innovation as a climate solution, then votes against energy research bill.
- An extensive look at how the Midwest is confronting the climate crisis.
- The recent landmark report on nature’s decline didn’t get much love from TV news.
- And more…
Nissan says its Leaf batteries will outlast the car by 10-12 years, looks for reuse solutions
Nissan claims the batteries in its Leaf electric cars will last 22 years, an estimated 10-12 years longer than the average life of the car itself.
BYD installing wireless charging in Indianapolis to boost disappointing range of its electric buses
Electric bus maker BYD has to install and pay for a wireless charging infrastructure upgrade in Indianapolis after its buses experienced “lower-than-expected distances on one charge” during testing.
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Vandals shut down UK electric car sharing program within months
A promising electric car-sharing program in a UK town only lasted a few months, as the EVs quickly became a target for vandals who caused “exceptional levels of damage” to the cars.
Electric buses surging in Latin America, Chile adding to fleet as it aims for all-electric by 2040
A number of Latin American countries are ramping up their adoption of electric buses this year, with Chile leading the way. The country recently added 200 new electric buses to its fleet, with an expected 500 more to follow next year, as it aims to have a fully electric public transport system by 2040.
EGEB: New solar farms in Florida, a huge solar project in Morocco, offshore wind battles mollusks
In today’s EGEB:
- Florida Power & Light starts construction on 10 new solar farms…
- …and all 10 of those won’t equal the capacity of one proposed solar plant in Morocco.
- Why does selenium improve cadmium telluride thin-film solar cells?
- Offshore wind vs. the Atlantic sea scallop.
Opel unveils all-electric Corsa-e with 205-mile range
Opel has introduced the first all-electric version of its Corsa with the new Corsa-e.
Aiming for 50% EVs by 2025, Audi to replace TT coupe with electric car, could do the same for A8
Audi is going to replace its Audi TT coupe with an all-electric model as the company continues to up its electric plans. Its A8 sedan may go electric, as well.
Dieselgate disaster — which states may squander their emission settlement funds…on diesel?
Nearly $3 billion in funding from Volkswagen’s Dieselgate settlement designed to go toward cleaner transportation in the US is being underutilized in EV infrastructure and adoption, according to a recent study which grades all states based on their spending plans. In fact, at least 14 states could see all of their allotted funds go toward diesel vehicle projects.
EGEB: Maryland 50% renewable by 2030 — but GOP governor wants more, Vietnam’s solar push
In today’s EGEB:
- Maryland is enacting a law to get to 50% renewable energy by 2030.
- Vietnam is planning a rapid increase in solar power with new plants coming online.
- Mining giant BHP warns that coal’s phase out could come earlier than some might expect.
- Chile is ahead of its renewable targets.
- Palestine looks to gain some energy independence with solar power.
India may electrify all two- and three-wheelers by 2025 to reduce pollution, fossil fuel dependency
India is looking to make an extremely ambitious move in electrifying vehicles in the country, with new reports suggesting required electrification of two- and three-wheeled vehicles sold in the coming years.
BlackBird adding 100+ Bye electric airplanes to on-demand service by 2020, 3x faster and 4x cheaper than driving
BlackBird, an on-demand flight service that’s been called “Uber for planes,” is partnering with Bye Aerospace to add more than 100 electric airplanes to its platform. The companies say that the partnership will make flying cheaper more affordable than driving for trips up to 300 miles.
Electra Meccanica’s SOLO to earn $2,500 rebate in Oregon, more than doubling its California rebate
Electra Meccanica announced its SOLO has been approved to participate in Oregon’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Program. SOLO customers will qualify for a $2,500 rebate in the state — more than double what California SOLO customers will receive.
EGEB: Indiana’s $175 million solar project, wind and whales, a new offshore wind venture, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- A $175 million solar power project is coming to Indiana.
- Vineyard Wind is looking for ways to protect an endangered whale.
- New Brunswick is setting new marks for renewable energy in New Jersey.
- A joint venture aims to become an offshore wind power.
Self-driving trucks hauling USPS mail between Phoenix and Dallas
USPS mail is being hauled across the Southwest in self-driving trucks over the next few weeks as part of a new pilot program.
BMW said to favor all-electric for next-gen i8 sports car
BMW is leaning toward making its next-generation i8 sports car an all-electric model, according to a new report.
Honda now taking reservations for Honda e with refundable deposit, five color options revealed
Honda is now taking reservations for its upcoming all-electric Honda e urban car in four European markets.
EGEB: Minnesota’s Xcel Energy to close coal and add solar, big Kansas wind project, and more
In today’s EGEB:
- Xcel Energy shifting to solar — and more — as it plans to phase out coal in Minnesota by 2030.
- Construction has started on a large wind project in Kansas.
- The Brits are helping the US with offshore wind, as coastal populations adjust to turbines.
- A small Canadian town looks to hit 100% renewable energy by next year.
California pushes back for EVs: proposed bill for no gas cars sold in US by 2040, ICE ban in state?
As the Environmental Protection Agency prepares to introduce the final form of its proposal to freeze US fuel economy standards sometime in the near future, California is giving more indications of how it intends to fight the regulatory rollback.
Honda, GM blockchain project to examine how EV owners could earn revenue from smart grids
Honda and GM have joined forces in a new research project that aims to examine how electric cars and smart grids can work together in the future, with EV owners possibly leveraging their car batteries into new streams of revenue.
