Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Susanna Schick
Today, Zero Motorcycles released its 2018 models. While they don’t look much different from the 2017s on the outside (except the gorgeous new silver paint!), it’s what’s inside that counts. Like — 10% longer range thanks to new battery chemistry on all ZF7.2 and ZF14.4 models! Zero is also offering quick charging — 6 times faster, thanks to the 6kW charge tank accessory for S, SR, DS, and DSR models.
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Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Steve Hanley
Tesla has reconfigured the cars it sells in China so they are compatible with the EV charging network standard promoted by the government. ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Cynthia Shahan
It's that time of the year, and the offers are rolling in. The 2018 Nissan LEAF is decidedly different from what we have seen in earlier years — not only the specs, but also the design is dynamically changed. I love the old models. Still, I can't wait to sit inside one of the "Simply Amazing" 2018 LEAFs and compare. Nissan is advertising the car more heavily now, including sending e-blasts to those of us signed up for Nissan newsletters. One we got today read: RESERVE NOW | $29,990 STARTING MSRP AFTER TAX CREDIT AS LOW AS $22,490 ON A QUALIFIED ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Steve Hanley
Tesla has given little explanation for why hundreds of workers were fired last week, other than to say it was the result of annual performance reviews. But is that the whole story? ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Joshua S Hill
Constructing offshore wind turbines in port rather than onsite in variable conditions has been found to be the most cost-effective method, according to research published this week by researchers from the University of Delaware. ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Zachary Shahan
EV charging infrastructure was largely limited to normal electricity outlets a decade ago. The market for electric car charging stations has grown tremendously as the market has, and it's at a critical transition point again now as long-range affordable electric cars start arriving on the market. If you live in the USA, there are several large charging networks/companies, but there's one company in particular that jumps out when you think of EV charging stations. Even if its name wasn't in the title, I'm sure you'd be picturing the orange logo and station styling right now... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Joshua S Hill
Fairphone and Apple lead the way on Greenpeace's Guide to Greener Electronics which is published this week, with big-name companies like Amazon, Samsung, and Huawei receiving failing grades. ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Joshua S Hill
Australia's Federal Government this week announced a new energy policy that walks away from introducing a post-2020 Clean Energy Target of 42% in favor of a National Energy Guarantee that puts the power of choice into the hands of the nation's utilities. ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Joshua S Hill
GTM Research has published a new report this week investigating the potential impact of introducing various levels of tariffs on the solar industry as a result of the Section 201 trade case currently in front of the US International Trade Commission. ... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Zachary Shahan
It's very easy to slam oil & gas giants for their role in global emissions and their hesitance to give up luxurious lifestyles and steady revenue streams — not to mention conspiratorial tricks and scams when those are at play, which they sometimes are. But there are also a couple of things to consider... Read More →
Published on October 17th, 2017 | by Steve Hanley
Customs officials in India have suddenly decided that imported solar panels are subject to import duties totaling 10.5%. So far, the national government has not taken steps to resolve the issue. ... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by Steve Hanley
Lancaster, California, produces more solar power per capita than any other city in the state. Devastated by the recession of 2009, when unemployment rose to 17%, the city has made its commitment to solar the basis of its economic rebirth. Today it is home to the BYD truck and bus factory, which just finished an expansion that tripled its original size... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by Jose Pontes
Over weekend, on the way back from Porto, we had a "vision of hell" — it had been a long time since we had such a stressful road trip. At 4:00 pm on Sunday, we decided to go back earlier than usual, as storm Ophelia was said to arrive to our shores during the night. The weather was unusually hot, 35°C, and windy... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by James Ayre
The self-driving vehicle tech firm Voyage, which spun off from Udacity earlier in 2017, has begun testing autonomous cars in a San Jose retirement community, according to recent reports... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by John Farrell
Yesterday’s news about the Paris Climate Accords has provoked a groundswell of commitments for local action on climate change. But what can cities actually do in the absence of federal support?
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Published on October 16th, 2017 | by Joshua S Hill
Already a global leader in building sustainability legislation and initiatives, the European market for energy efficient building technologies is expected to grow from $83.5 billion in 2017 to $111.9 billion in 2026. ... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by Joshua S Hill
The installed capacity of energy storage for microgrids is expected to increase dramatically over the next decade, with nearly 15 gigawatts of new cumulative capacity and revenue worth $22.3 billion, according to a new report from Navigant Research. ... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by Joshua S Hill
Swedish power company Vattenfall has announced it has begun moving forward on developing the mammoth 1.8 GW Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm, which is expected to be completed and operational sometime in the mid-2020s. ... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by James Ayre
The UK will invest more than £2.5 billion ($3.31 billion) into research and development efforts aimed at helping achieve carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions reductions targets, as outlined in plans unveiled by the UK's government on Thursday... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by Steve Hanley
Many people think humanity will be able to "science its way out" of a climate catastrophe. Actually, the cure could be worse than the disease. ... Read More →
Published on October 16th, 2017 | by James Ayre
For the third year now, the student team from Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) has taken first place in the "Cruiser Class" at the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in Australia... Read More →
