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Qualcomm Unveils Next Generation Powerline Communication Device To Support Expanding Industry Need for Vehicle to Charging Station Smart-Grid Communications

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Next Generation Powerline Communication Device Supports Global Efforts Towards E-Mobility and a Net-Zero Emissions Society. SUMMARY: Highlights: Supports advanced bidirectional communication in smart grid applications to help manage and balance energy flow between electric vehicles and the grid. SOURCE: Qualcomm.

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Intel to Ask Suppliers to Set Net Zero Targets

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Near-term actions targeting emissions reductions in its upstream value chain include requesting suppliers to set 100% renewable energy and net zero targets, and to develop project roadmaps to achieve their goals, in addition to partnering with other companies in the semiconductor value chain on initiatives to advance the switch to renewable energy.

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Open letter: Our governments must act now to decarbonize and expand the electricity system, or Canada will fail to reach net-zero by 2050. 

CREA

Canada has made commitments to a net-zero electricity grid by 2035, 100% Zero-Emission Light-Duty Vehicle sales by 2035, and net-zero greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions across the economy by 2050. These investments are driven by both economics and the environment.

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Energy-Saving Water Technologies Could Bring the World Closer to Net Zero

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There’s discussion among many water utility leaders to have water utilities sign up for net zero goals, for example,” he added. Now that utilities are improving their data collection, they are better equipped for data optimization and the deployment of water smart grids. Planning for the future.

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Empowering Sustainability: 4 Strategies To Significantly Reduce the Semiconductor Industry’s Carbon Footprint

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It’s needed for every sustainability effort – smart grids, the transition to renewables, low carbon footprint logistics, and supply chains. These chips are everywhere, and our net zero success hinges on the chips that silently power our efforts. Then, ensure efficient voltage and current distribution.

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After the Army, She Followed Her Dream, Charted a New Career

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She found a natural fit in Grid Management, where she works today, alongside other engineers who implement smart technology that helps ensure customers have power when and where they need it. The smart grid can reroute service around problems, reducing the likelihood a customer is impacted by an outage.

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Illuminating Possibility: Duke Energy and Ford Motor Company Plan To Use F-150 Lightning Electric Trucks To Help Power the Grid

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V2G can push and pull energy between a connected EV and the grid, supplying the grid with stored, charged power and helping balance energy consumption and production. Duke Energy and Ford are also collaborating on a complimentary small-scale research and development test in Florida to begin in 2023.

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