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It can also be useful in converting intermittent solar and wind power into firm power for Direct air Capture systems!!

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Book Title: EV Charging Installation Guide Author: Dr. Maxwell Shimba Product Description: As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the need for accessible and reliable charging infrastructure grows. "EV Charging Installation Guide" by Dr. Maxwell Shimba offers a comprehensive overview of the entire installation process for EV charging stations, covering both residential and commercial applications. This essential guide provides detailed insights into: - **Understanding EV Charging:** Learn about the different types of chargers, including Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast Chargers, and discover the latest in Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. - **Site Assessment:** Conduct thorough site evaluations for both home and commercial installations, ensuring optimal location selection and electrical capacity. - **Electrical Requirements:** Follow best practices for wiring and circuitry, and implement crucial safety measures such as ground fault and surge protection. - **Installation Process:** Step-by-step instructions for mounting, connecting, and activating EV chargers in various settings. - **Regulatory Compliance:** Navigate the permitting and inspection processes, and ensure adherence to UL, CSA, NEC, and NFPA standards. - **Maintenance and Troubleshooting:** Establish routine maintenance schedules and troubleshoot common issues to ensure ongoing reliability. - **Future Trends in EV Charging:** Stay ahead with insights into wireless charging, smart charging solutions, and the integration of renewable energy sources. Whether you are an electrician, a business owner, or an EV enthusiast, Dr. Shimba’s guide will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to install EV charging stations safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant regulations. Empower the growth of the electric vehicle infrastructure and support sustainable transportation with this indispensable resource. https://lnkd.in/eYg6hunm

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Energy storage systems are the third important pillar alongside solar and wind energy for the necessary energy transition. Fortunately, the sector is really picking up speed and collaborations are also forming in Europe.   #energy #storage #BESS https://lnkd.in/eEFAEYYA

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Electric Vehicle sales are skyrocketing, but our EV charging infrastructure is lagging behind. According to recent reports, there are about 20 EVs per public charger in the U.S., up from 7 EVs per charger back in 2016. This mismatch is a major hurdle to broader EV adoption. Why is this happening? Explosive EV Sales: EVs now make up 7.6% of total U.S. auto sales, thanks to significant public and private investments. Insufficient Public Chargers: Many EV owners charge at home, but city dwellers and long-distance travelers rely heavily on public chargers. Government Support: Initiatives like President Biden's Infrastructure Act have pumped billions into EV infrastructure, but it’s not enough. Why Slow EV Charging is Crucial Slow EV charging isn't just a backup plan; it's a smart and sustainable solution. Here's why: Cost-Efficiency: Slow chargers are less expensive to install and maintain. Grid Stability: They reduce the load on the grid, spreading the demand over longer periods. Home Energy Management: Slow charging integrates seamlessly into home energy systems, especially with smart chargers like those from evtrip.net. evtrip.net is leading the charge (pun intended) in promoting slow EV charging solutions. Their smart chargers enable: Cost-efficient charging: Making EV adoption more affordable. Energy transition: Integrating EV charging with renewable energy sources. Home energy management: Offering seamless control over your energy use. As we push towards a greener future, it's clear that expanding our EV charging infrastructure, particularly through slow charging options, is essential. #EVs #ElectricVehicles #EVCharging #SustainableEnergy #SlowCharging #EVAdoption #EnergyTransition #evtripnet #SmartCharging

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📢 New episode alert! June's #Recharge #podcast is up! 🎧 https://lnkd.in/ecdWGiq3 This month, we're diving into the biggest news in batteries and battery materials. What's on the agenda? ⚡️ US section 301 tariffs and their impact on the EV market ⚡️ Breaking news on European EV tariffs ⚡️ BYD's strategy shift in Europe ⚡️ The importance (and neglect) of High Purity Manganese ⚡️ China's lepidolite and its impact on lithium prices ⚡️ The rise of 800V architecture in EVs ⚡️ Why EV sales are looking more positive than expected  #ev #electricvehicles #batteries #lithiumionbatteries #lithium #safety #innovation #entrepreneuship #cars #automotive #China #technology #production #industry #tmt #investmentbanking #research #venturecapital #capitalmarkets #nickel #cathode #ess

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Today, we published our annual ESG Report. Flip to page 25 to read all about the Prologis Mobility team’s progress in 2023, including 2 million miles of EV truck travel and charging 1/5 of all Class 8 EV trucks in California. I am so happy and fortunate to work at a company where sustainability is in our core DNA.   I’m especially excited to highlight our 2030 goal: achieving 900 MW of EV charging capacity across a portfolio of hubs, depots and workplace charging locations. Contextually, that big Denker project I shared last week had 9MW of EV charging capacity. It might sound like a nearly impossible goal, but you would be surprised by how many customers are looking to transition their fleets – and our team has the drive to make it happen.    Read the ESG Report: https://prolo.gs/45ctXmF #ESGReport #electrification #EVCharging

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In the news: 🌊 REGENT’s $300M deal to supply leasing group MONTE with #ElectricSeagliders and an interesting conversation about dismantling silos in transportation planning 🇨🇳 In China regulators are (finally) cracking down on low quality e-bike #Batteries that are causing deadly fires in NY and considering Tesla’s bid to train its #Driverless systems using data collected from Chinese drivers. Also: 🚗 Waymo is under investigation for a number of crashes. 🔋 A battery #Startup believes it can replace lithium with much cheaper sodium. 🇺🇸 Austin, TX. approves zoning reforms aimed at creating more affordable, walkable neighborhoods. 🇨🇦 The mayor of Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie, a borough in Montreal that is beginning to take steps to discourage residents from buying large SUVs. 👉 Read the full week in review: https://lnkd.in/eheSepyk

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Automakers have a further impetus to electrify their fleets following last week’s announcement of a new fuel standard in the U.S. to save on both fuel costs and reduce climate impact. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA has set forth a new regulation requiring automakers to achieve an average of 65 mpg across all models by 2031. “Not only will these new standards save Americans money at the pump every time they fill up, they will also decrease harmful pollution and make America less reliant on foreign oil,” U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said. As noted from a recent feature in The New York Times, while sales for #EVs has slowed from previous highs, analysts still project that demand will climb as dozens of new models come to market over the next year, and used prices continue to fall. Randy Parker at Hyundai Motor America summarized it well: “The early adopters have come. They’ve got their cars. Now you’re starting to see us transition to a mass market.” Read on to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6H4YUxw #evregulation #evmassmarket #nhtsa

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NIO and GAC Group have partnered up to bolster efforts for battery swapping and charging for EVs. The agreement hopes to push forward the development of battery swap stations and the launch of swappable vehicle models. Full article below. #electricvehicles #mobility #evcharging #smartcities #evbatteries #sustainabletransport #electriccars #electrification #charginginfrastructure #autonomousvehicles #microgrids #fleets

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A recent announcement that Tesla is investing over $500 million to expand its Supercharger network, even after the abrupt dismissal of the entire EV charging team, paints a complex picture of the electric vehicle industry's future. This bold move signals Tesla's ongoing commitment to overcoming one of the biggest hurdles in EV adoption—range anxiety. But, what does this mean for the broader EV charging landscape? The Importance of a Robust Charging Infrastructure Range anxiety remains a significant barrier to EV adoption. The fear that a vehicle won't have sufficient range to reach the next charging point continues to deter potential EV buyers. Tesla's investment in fast-charging infrastructure aims to alleviate these fears, but the paradox of expanding rapidly while cutting the very team responsible for this growth raises questions about the strategy's sustainability and effectiveness. Opportunities for Other Players in the EV Charging Market Tesla's decision to streamline operations and focus on a smaller team to push forward their charging infrastructure could inadvertently open doors for other companies to fill gaps and even innovate beyond Tesla’s strategy. Companies like BP and others in the EV charging industry might see this as a perfect opportunity to expand their networks and enhance their services, capitalizing on the void left by Tesla's staffing reductions. The Role of Slow EV Charging: A Sustainable Solution While Tesla's focus remains on fast charging, it's important not to overlook the role that slow charging plays in a sustainable EV ecosystem. Slow charging, typically done overnight at home or during extended periods at the workplace, is crucial for managing energy demand and ensuring grid stability. It represents a cost-efficient, practical solution for daily EV charging needs. Evtrip.net, specializing in slow EV charging solutions, highlights how this method can integrate seamlessly into consumers' lives, offering a more dependable and accessible charging option. By prioritizing slow charging, we can not only meet the immediate needs of EV users but also build a more resilient and adaptable charging infrastructure. Towards a More Integrated EV Future Tesla's strategy to expand its Supercharger network underscores the industry's recognition of the need for robust infrastructure to support growing EV adoption. However, for a truly sustainable and consumer-friendly EV future, the focus should also intensify on integrating slow charging solutions that cater to daily usage patterns and help balance the grid. As the EV market continues to evolve, the dual approach of enhancing fast charging for long-distance travel and promoting slow charging for everyday use will likely be key to addressing the broader challenges of energy management and vehicle integration. #EVCharging #SustainableDriving #Tesla #ElectricVehicles #evtrip

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5B is thrilled to have supported WattEV, Inc. on its fourth electric truck charging depot in Bakersfield, California, and the world’s first electric truck stop featuring a solar-powered microgrid with a battery energy storage system (BESS). Capable of megawatt rapid charging (MCS), the 119-acre site is designed, owned, and operated by WattEV. WattEV opted for our pre-wired 5B Maverick solar array system, ensuring rapid deployment and minimal installation costs, and marking a significant step towards zero-emissions freight transport in California. As well as being the fastest technology to build solar farms in the world, the 5B Maverick generates roughly 2x the power off the same footprint of land as conventional solar. This unlocks solar development sites near urban centres where land is expensive and/or constrained. We look forward to future solar expansion in North America’s major freight corridors. Read more below.

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If your fleet is moving forward with EV pilots and deployments, don't hesitate to reach out. U.S. Energy has a redeployable EV charging solution for light, medium or heavy-duty fleets that is addressing this gap. Timing the order and deployment of vehicles in parallel with infrastructure development is tricky. BP's decision to reduce the scope of BP Pulse’s operations comes on the heels of an industry-wide reevaluation of the EV landscape. This pivot — away from fleets and toward a central focus on fast-charging hubs — paints a dynamic market scenario, one that is in constant flux, pivoting on regulatory incentives, consumer behaviors, and economic conditions. #BEV #zeroemissions #DRIVECLEAN https://lnkd.in/e6DRzX29

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$1 Trillion Required to Electrify U.S. Commercial Truck Fleet : A new report by the Clean Freight Coalition pegs the total cost of U.S. commercial truck fleet electrification at nearly $1 trillion in infrastructure investment alone, exposing what could be a massive investment gap as policymakers persist with EV adoption mandates. Key findings: $620 billion would be required in charging infrastructure alone, including chargers, site infrastructure and electric service upgrades. Utilities would need to invest $370 billion to upgrade their grid networks to meet the demands of just commercial vehicles. This nearly $1 trillion expenditure does not account for the cost of new battery-electric trucks, which can be two to three times more expensive than their diesel-powered equivalents. For example, a diesel Class 8 truck costs roughly $180,000, while a comparable battery-electric truck costs over $400,000. The CFC urges policymakers to address these cost concerns and infrastructure hurdles so that the transition to electric fleets can go smoothly for the American economy. Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Senior Partner at Roland Berger, says “It is clear that an industry with a yearly turnover of about $800 billion and a profit margin around 5% cannot invest $620 billion without financial support or a significant increase in freight rates.” https://lnkd.in/eZQeJiHK

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Pioneer eMobility - e-Boost or e-Boost Mobility as we are commonly referred to in the industry is proud to be one of the 24 founding members of Powering America’s Commercial Transportation (PACT). The announcement was made amidst #ACTEXPO2024 and I cannot be any prouder to stand next to our medium- and heavy-duty (M/HD) truck OEM partners, commercial fleets, infrastructure developers, electric utilities, EV Charger partners to help positively influence and promote programs, policies and regulations that offer the greatest chance of achieving our common goal to decarbonize transportation through development of #EVCharging Hubs along the National Trucking Corridors across USA. In our unique role of providing sustainably-powered, off-grid, EV Charging, we aim to utilize the data from early EV charging adoption to help provide education and advocacy for accelerating the installation and deployment of nationwide infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty (M/HD) zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). I want you to know that we will always be there to provide EV Charging @ the Edge! Dawn Fenton Nathan Mazurek Scott Bradley Charlie Happel Michelle Browne Jay Johnson Pioneer Power Solutions Macaw Energies NOMAD Transportable Power Systems Eneridge ABB E-mobility Alpitronic Amazon BC Hydro Burns & McDonnell Chateau Energy Solutions Cummins Inc. Daimler Truck North America EV Realty GEOTAB Greenlane™ InductEV J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Mortenson Navistar Inc Penske Truck Leasing Pilot Flying J PITT OHIO Prologis Voltera Volvo Group WattEV, Inc. Zeem Solutions

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If J.B. Hunt was to electrify its entire fleet of trucks, it would require the electricity draw consumed by 1.4 million households – or 1% of the entire U.S. “Who’s willing to give their electricity up to power their home, for us to charge our entire fleet?” That was the sobering question posed by Shelley Simpson, president of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, speaking at ACT Expo. “Imagine what it would take to power all the electric vehicles in the U.S., in addition to all the passenger vehicles.” She said it’s estimated the U.S. would have to increase its electricity production by 40% to charge all registered vehicles in the country. While Simpson was candid about the prospects for electrifying the trucking industry, she was more optimistic about other ways of reducing trucking’s carbon footprint. J.B. Hunt itself is looking to reduce its environmental impact by 32% by 2034. It has a three-pillar strategy consisting of alternative equipment, biogenic fuels, and improvements in fuel economy. Alternative fueled equipment poses the biggest challenge, with the cost of trucks being three times that of existing diesel models. They also introduce operational inefficiencies such as reduced range, long charging times and up to 12,000 lb. in additional weight. “This often results in a necessity for us to add more zero emission vehicles to perform the same amount of work currently being performed by diesel trucks,” said Simpson. While she said it’s not economically viable to introduce more zero emission vehicles into its fleet at this time, she acknowledged, “it’s important to test and pilot these technologies.” J.B. Hunt now derives 24% of its fuel from renewable sources at cost near parity with diesel. This has helped it achieve a 16% reduction in its carbon emission intensity, achieving half of its 32% goal from a 2019 baseline.

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Rivian Partners with Pivot Energy to Advance Renewable Energy Commitments Rivian, the U.S.-based electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced a strategic collaboration with Pivot Energy aimed at bolstering its renewable energy initiatives. As part of the agreement, Rivian will procure renewable energy certificates (RECs) and subscribe to a segment of a community solar project. The deal encompasses a subscription to 10 megawatts (MW) of off-site community solar to bolster Rivian’s manufacturing operations in Illinois. Additionally, Rivian will procure RECs generated from 50 MW of operational solar assets. The REC impact agreement is structured to facilitate the development of projects in areas where emissions reductions are deemed critical. Specifically, the REC-tied projects […] Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dQWnqXBR #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #america #northamerica #pivotenergy #renewableenergy #rivian #solarprojects

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Hey! For all of my connections in the automotive and mobility space, you really need to check out the “Future of Mobility” podcast featuring Brandon Bartneck. Not only does Brandon host fascinating discussions, with great guests, he is also passionate about the subject and it really comes through in his enthusiasm! Check it out! #FutureOfMobility #EV #ElectricVehicles #Mobility #Podcast #Spotify

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The FY writes, global carmakers are stepping up their investment in hybrid electric technologies as consumers’ growing wariness over fully EVs forces the industry to rapidly shift gear. This view is being expressed by growing numbers of auto execs. José Muñoz, global president of Hyundai Motor Company (현대자동차), says his company which is now considering manufacturing hybrids at its new $7.6bn plant in Georgia given more drivers are baulking over buying fully EVs. “If you asked me six months ago, definitely a year ago, I would have told you… fully electric,” said Muñoz. “A lot of things have happened between then and now. Electric is still the future. But now we are seeing a longer transition.” Consumers’ increasing hesitation comes just as carmakers face a growing threat from Chinese manufacturers rolling out cheaper EV—both in their domestic market and, increasingly, in Europe. “We see an increase of competition coming from China brands and other technology worlds,” Nissan Motor Corporation’s CEO Makoto Uchida said. To remain competitive in China, Peugeot says it needs to stay “agile” to avoid getting sucked into the country’s price war, said CEO Linda Jackson. “We’re holding on but the Chinese market is the biggest automotive market in the world so it’s very difficult for a global manufacturer not to be present.” The majority of the industry still believes that developing profitable fully electric cars is the most important long-term goal. For example, Toyota Motor Corporation, the biggest champion of traditional hybrids in recent years, said it plans to lift spending on new technologies by more than 40% after traditional hybrid sales drove the group’s profits to a record last year. Our Take 1: We honestly don’t get it. Someone needs to explain to us why 1.2 billion Chinese driving around in clearly inferior EVs is somehow the death knell for Western civilization. So what? Would the West be under even greater threat if they were riding around on Chinese-made (zero-emission) bicycles that use no energy at all? Our Take 2: Our bet is Western and other nations that run on ICE vehicles that travel 400+ miles on a single tank (with 5 minutes needed to refuel) will handily outproduce, outcompete and outmaneuver a country that runs on stripped-down EVs that go maybe 250 miles (and take 30 minutes to charge to 85%) on a good day. Are we wrong? Our Take 3: Holding all other things constant, another country is neither a competitive nor a security threat to the West just because its citizens drive EVs. How could it be? Are inferior forms of transportation now the secret sauce to global dominance? Let China do the forced-EV thing if it wants. The rest of us can choose for ourselves. Our Take 4: To reiterate, we'd place our bets on nations whose workforces and citizens get around as efficiently and productively as possible. And as far as we can tell, that's not in EVs... at any price. #evs #china #mobility 🚘🔌🇨🇳 👀

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