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Energy transition dialogue focuses on role of partnerships

At the 9th Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue (BETD) held last March 29, ETP director Sirpa Jarvenpaa presented several key levers to globally accelerate and sustain a just energy transition.  ETP (the Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership) is a multi-donor collaboration formed by government and philanthropic partners to accelerate the sustainable energy transition in the region in […]

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x-in-1 system

Nissan unveils new X-in-1 system to cut EV-making costs

Nissan has just unveiled its new approach to electrified powertrain development, which it calls Nissan X-in-1. Under the X-in-1 system, core electric vehicle (EV) and e-Power powertrain components will be shared and modularized, resulting in a 30% reduction, compared to 2019, in development and manufacturing costs by 2026. Through the X-in-1 approach, Nissan aims to

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Porsche joins UN Global Compact as a new participant

Porsche AG has joined the UN Global Compact as a new participant. The United Nations has confirmed the inclusion of the German sports car manufacturer in the world’s biggest and most important initiative for sustainable and responsible corporate governance. The UN Global Compact is a multi-stakeholder platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible

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Rolls-Royce backs ‘green fuel’ with new memo

Rolls-Royce has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Alder Fuels, a clean tech developer and greencrude producer, to test sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) further as it makes the critical next step on its journey to commercial scalability. The “green fuel” produced based on Alder Fuels’ proprietary greencrude technology is being readied for global rollout

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5 EcoMobility updates this August that will get you on your feet

Here are the latest technology developments in sustainable mobility and travel in the air, land, and maritime industries this August 2022. Honeywell Aerospace reveals innovations in environmental air travel In support of US policies designed to help drive emissions reductions in the air transportation sector, which include efforts to reduce emissions and improve air quality

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‘Brrr’ months are also the ‘purrfect’ time for cats to shelter in your car’s engine bay: Here’s how to keep them out

The days are getting colder, and not only humans are feeling this snuggle-able weather, but animals as well, particularly cats. In the coming months, stray or street cats (which many call “pusakals”, short for “pusang kalye”) will seek warmer shelter. Some will find comfortable accommodations under your car—bigger cats tend to simply stay directly under the

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New all-hybrid Lexus UX lineup now available in the Philippines

Lexus Philippines has just made available the New Lexus UX, now in two hybrid variants: The UX 250h F Sport and UX 250h Premier. Lexus UX has been known as the gateway into the Lexus luxury brand. This subcompact urban crossover delivers a premium driving experience alongside Lexus’ famous refinement, comfort, and Takumi craftsmanship details. Now,

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Pilipinas Shell rolls out carbon offset program, introduces first EV charging station

Text and photos by Randy Peregrino Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corp is serious about its drive toward decarbonizing mobility. One of the country’s leading petroleum companies recently introduced two sustainability initiatives for local motorists. First was the launch of the pioneer Nature-based Solutions (NBS) Carbon Offset Service for drivers, followed by Shell Recharge, the company’s first

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