Scientists take inspiration from plants to power cars

Image source,The University of Cambridge Image caption, This little machine could mean cars and planes that don’t damage the environment in future Scientists at the University of Cambridge think they’ve found the key to make cleaner fuel for cars and aeroplanes. They’ve created a device called a flow reactor. The flow reactor is designed to…

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Chevron to cut as much as 20% of workforce

Natalie Sherman BBC News Chevron plans to slash its workforce by as much as 20% by the end of 2026, as it embarks on a wider cost-cutting effort. The company said the reductions would simplify its structure and enable it to act faster, better positioning the firm for long-term growth. The oil giant employed more…

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Scientists develop extraordinary material that could unlock batteries of the future: ‘Higher energy density and better overall performance’

The researchers describe the internal chemistry as forming an ion Pioneers on the front line of battery research are already looking for the next frontier “beyond” lithium-ion science. And a special additive could be the secret to unlocking the promising tech, according to experts at Argonne National Laboratory. The plan — using some fitting transportation-related nomenclature — is…

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Russia wants a lucrative share of the world’s lithium market, but it’s hitting roadblocks

Lithium ore falls from a chute at a facility in Australia in this file image. Carla Gottgens/Getty Images/Bloomberg Creative Photos© Carla Gottgens/Getty Images/Bloomberg Creative Photos Russia wants to become a top lithium producer but faces a challenging environment. Its largest lithium mining project was sanctioned by the US in January. China, a partner in Polar Lithium,…

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Volvo CEO and Elon Musk share the same opinion about EV buyers

Like many established “old-school” automakers, Swedish automaker Volvo committed in 2021 to transforming its lineup of luxury sedans, SUVs, and station wagons into electric cars. The company committed to phasing out “any car in its global portfolio with an internal combustion engine, including hybrids,” making a bold claim that buyers would shift from their gas-guzzlers to…

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