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Xcel recycled 603 Minnesota wind-turbine blades weighing 4,188 tons into cement-kiln fuel; its repowered wind farms were expected to save customers $160 million

Old wind turbine blades are undergoing recycling by being shredded and repurposed as alternative fuel. This innovative process is now replacing traditional coal and raw minerals in cement kilns across various states. Xcel Energy has initiated repowering projects in Minnesota and North Dakota. Although recycling can be expensive, it's a…

The Economic Times

Hydrogen future of transportation industry; trials underway on 10 routes in country, says Nitin Gadkari

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced hydrogen is the future of transportation. The government is conducting trials on ten routes across the country. India aims to lead globally in alternative fuel and biofuel technology. The automobile industry has grown significantly, creating many jobs and revenue. Manufacturers are urged to increase bus…

The Economic Times

Coal gasification key to build long-term resilience against global energy shocks: Experts

India needs to boost its domestic coal gasification capabilities. This will build resilience against global energy shocks and achieve economic self-reliance. Coal gasification converts dry fuel into syngas, an alternative fuel that reduces carbon emissions. Experts highlight its strategic importance for energy security and import substitution. This initiative aims to…

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NASCAR's current OEMs committed to internal combustion horsepower

The narrative on electrification and alternative fuels have shifted in recent years

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Toyota Still Believes In Hydrogen: 'It Will Take Over Diesel'

Despite automakers investing heavily in battery-electric vehicles, many continue to experiment with hydrogen as an alternative fuel source. Toyota has 30 years of history with hydrogen under its belt, and the company still believes it could be the next big thing.

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Shortages Hit Nigeria's Drive Towards Natural Gas-fuelled Cars

Motorists in Nigerian cities are spending hours, or even days, queuing for natural gas to power their cars after the government promoted its use as an alternative fuel.

International Business Times

The Jetsons Promised Us Jet-Propelled Cars of the Future. Here's Why That'll Never Happened

Automakers are on a massive quest to find alternative fuel sources. Some believe batteries are the future, while other, more skeptical minds are exploring hydrogen, synthetics, and other alternatives in hopes of keeping the combustion engine alive. However, they might have overlooked a far more exciting alternative—jet propulsion.

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Toyota unveils hydrogen-powered test car at Le Mans 24 Hours

Toyota has unveiled a hydrogen-powered prototype test car as the next step on the road to racing with the alternative fuel at the Le Mans 24 Hours.

Autosport

A ‘Google maps for the sea’, sails and alternative fuels: the technologies steering shipping towards lower emissions – podcast

Ships transport around 80% of the world’s cargo. From your food, to your car to your phone, chances are it got to you by sea. The vast majority of the world’s container ships burn fossil fuels, which is why 3% of global emissions come from shipping – slightly more than…

The Conversation

Can Seaweed Save Internal Combustion? These Scientists Surely Think So

The topic of sustainable alternative fuels has been on fire for quite some time now. More and more, people are looking at things other than electricity to achieve carbon neutrality. And while it’s generally agreed that EVs still hold the key to the future of mobility, it’s reassuring to see…

RideApart

Air New Zealand scraps its 2030 carbon emissions target, saying solutions are costly and scarce

Air New Zealand has scrapped its 2030 carbon emissions reduction targets, citing lags in producing new planes, a lack of alternative fuel and “challenging” regulatory and policy settings

The Independent UK

'Immortal stars' could feast on dark matter in the Milky Way’s heart

New research suggests some stars at the very heart of the Milky Way may have found an alternative fuel in the form of annihilating dark matter that grants them immortality.

Space

Union Minister urges States to promote use of ethanol

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari promotes ethanol as alternative fuel source to save environment and support farmers, launching roadworks in Belagavi.

The Hindu

New York Gas Prices: Today vs. Yesterday

In New York, as of 13 January 2024, gas prices have seen a notable decrease, now resting at .19 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. This marks a we...

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Global shipping has a new climate strategy – it's vague, obscure and almost noncommittal, but it may be pointing the industry in the right direction

The world’s largest shipping companies are starting to update their fleets for a greener future. Maersk received the world’s first dual-fuel methanol container ship in July 2023, and dozens more container ships that can run on alternative fuels are currently on order.

Radio France Internationale

Desperate hunt for fuel threatens a once thriving forest reserve in Cameroon

Hundreds of thousands of people have fled to north-east Cameroon amid violence by Islamist extremists. As the influx puts pressure on the region's natural resources, locals say their forest has suffered. Now displaced people are seeking help to replace trees and find alternative fuel sources.

Daily Mirror

Last day to apply for up to £600 in energy help - see if you’re eligible

The grants are available to those who didn’t receive the £400 energy discount over the winter, and households who use alternative fuels - but time is running out to apply

Daily Mirror

You have just days left to apply for £200 energy bill help - see who is eligible

If you use alternative fuels to heat your home, you may be entitled to £200 in energy support - and the deadline for applying for this help is fast approaching. There are just days left to apply for the Alternative Fuel Payment, which is available

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Three-week warning for thousands of homes to claim £200 energy help - how to apply

Most households using alternative fuels should have automatically received the £200 Alternative Fuel Payment in February - but not everyone did, meaning you may have to apply

Daily Record

New £200 Alternative Fuel Payment appeals process for people with rejected applications

An online application portal for the heating bill help for people off-grid opened in March.

Manchester Evening News

Care home residents and people living in caravans to get up to £400 in energy support payments

Residents who heat their homes with alternative fuels, such as oil, can also get financial support

Daily Record

People off-grid can now apply for £200 Alternative Fuel Payment as portal opens

Most payments were made automatically in February to those using oil, coal, LPG and biomass to heat their homes.

Nottingham Post

Martin Lewis shares key update on £200 alternative fuel payment

The payment is being rolled out for households who use alternative fuels to heat their home

Chronicle Live

Martin Lewis issues advice to people who have still not received £200 energy payment

The Money Saving Expert has explained what to do if you are waiting for your £200 Alternative Fuel Payment

Manchester Evening News

Martin Lewis advice to households still waiting for £200 energy payment

Many homes off the mains grid may still be waiting for their £200 Alternative Fuel Payment

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