Volklec signs agreement with Far East Battery
Midlands-based battery manufacturing business Volklec has agreed an exclusive license agreement with Asian battery supplier Far East Battery (FEB).
CCC sets out new net zero pathway
The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has set out a new pathway to a decarbonised UK by 2050.
Altilium video highlights Plymouth facility
Low carbon battery material firm Altilium has shared a new film from broadcaster and campaigner Quentin Willson, which looks at its new Plymouth plant.
Government extends plug-in van grant and axes training requirement
The UK Government is aiming to make the switch to zero emission vans easier and more accessible as part of a £120 million funding package, which will also be used for wheelchair-accessible vehicles and taxis.
Liverpool orders zero-emission buses
Bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis has taken an order from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority for 58 next-generation Enviro400EV zero-emission buses.
CrowdCharge launches ‘digital twin’ technology
Installers of low carbon technologies such as electric vehicle charge points, solar panels, heat pumps and energy storage systems can simulate proposed expansion plans virtually with CrowdCharge.
BMW puts electric MINI production on hold
Manufacturer BMW has said it was “reviewing the timing” for re-introducing electric MINI production at its Cowley plant near Oxford.
Bedford launches tender for EV chargers
Bedford Borough Council has launched a tender for the installation and operation of new electric vehicle (EV) charge points across the borough.
RAW Charging opens new London chargers
Electric vehicle chargepoint operator RAW Charging has announced the installation and electrification of EV chargers at Eastern Avenue Retail Park in Romford.
€45 million in EU funding for charging infrastructure
A consortium led by E.ON receives €45 million in European Union (EU) funding to expand charging infrastructure for electric cars and commercial vehicles in Europe.
Sainsbury’s uses food waste to power HGVs
Retailer Sainsbury’s is set to use food waste into fuel for a number of its HGV trucks as part of its decarbonisation of its logistics operation.
“Step change” needed for electricity network investment
A “step change” in investment in Great Britain’s local electricity networks is needed for growth and lowering long term energy costs, according to the government’s infrastructure advisor.