One option for reducing CO2 emissions in transport is to convert surplus, renewable electricity into storable energy carriers that are suitably low in CO2, such as hydrogen or synthetic methane, and can be used as fuels for individual mobility and transport of goods. EMPA
In this modular research and innovation building , new technologies, materials and systems are tested, researched, honed and validated in realistic conditions. EMPA
Empa’s Energy Hub demonstrator, combines a large number of technologies for the production, conversion, transportation and storage of energy, thus enabling to investigate the design of integrated energy systems. EMPA
Before the catastrophic Camp Fire destroyed Paradise, Calif., the Pacific Gas and Electric Company was worth more than $25 billion. Now its C.E.O. has stepped down and the company, which provides natural gas and electricity to 16 million people in California, has filed for bankruptcy as it confronts billions of dollars in potential liability claims following recent wildfires. New York Times
Pacific Gas and Electric faces damage claims estimated at $30 billion for wildfires started by its equipment. New York Times
Germany will spend tens of billions of dollars to end its use of coal power within two decades, if a plan agreed to by representatives of the power industry, environmental movement, miners and local interest groups becomes official policy. (New York Times)
The German car giant has created Elli, a subsidiary that will provide green power and charging solutions for the EV sector. Volkswagen – still haunted by the diesel emissions scandal – says it wants to make mobility sustainable. (pv magazine)
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