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One of the future's biggest renewable fuels is ammonia, which packs a large energy density and doesn't produce any greenhouse gas emissions when burned. The startup had its first successful demonstration of an ammonia-powered tractor. The engine was used in a John Deere tractor. The tractor was refueled in between sessions.

The zero-emission ammonia power solution will be demonstrated in a tractor for the first time. Amogy CEO Seonghoon Woo said in a press release that Ammonia is a viable zero-emission fuel for all heavy-duty vehicles.

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Cutting emissions of a common air pollutant in half could help fuel crop growth in several major agricultural regions around the world. Here, you can read more.

According to a recent report from the World Meteorological Organization, 2021, was a record-breaking year for several major climate change markers.

Coral restoration could be tracked using artificial intelligence tools. Scientists can use the sounds to intervene in the health of the reefs.

The report suggests that fossil fuels undermine economic development in several ways.

Sustainability Deals Of The Week

Foundation Alloy, a vertically integrated metal part production platform, has raised $10 million in seed funding. The company says it can make metal parts that are more efficient.

A $100 million investment was announced by the company. A representative from KBR's management will be joining the board of the company.

There were awards for 22 solar plants and large-scale energy storage projects. According to the governor's office, the projects are expected to create enough energy to power over 620,000 homes over the next two decades.

On The Horizon

The world's biggest solar thermal plant will be built in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Arabian Mining Company will use the steam from the plant to make aluminum. The carbon footprint of Saudi Arabia is expected to be lowered by 4% when the facility is finished.

What Else We’re Reading This Week

There is a way to push Wall Street to stop using fossil fuels.

The current that fuels monster storms is very warm.

There is still a big nuclear waste problem for smaller Reactors.

Green Transportation Update

Elon Musk

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He doesn't like to stay out of the news cycle for long, but he really doesn't like remote work. One of the biggest workplace changes brought about by the Covid-19 epidemic has been told to the employees by the billionaireentrepreneur and he expects them to work at least 40 hours a week. It's important that the office is where your actual coworkers are located. If you don't show up, we'll assume you've resigned. A few days later, Musk opined about the possibility of a looming recession and may eliminate someTesla jobs as a result, causing the company's shares to tumble. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration revealed on Friday that more than 750Tesla owners have complained about their cars suddenly stopping at high speeds, adding to the regulatory agency's ongoing probe of the autopilot feature.

The Big Transportation Story

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Steve Koss is the president of the United States.

Ford To Invest Billions To Add Jobs In Three States Ahead Of Contract Talks

Ford will commit billions of dollars to expand its capacity to build a range of battery vehicles and the Li-ion packs they need in order to compete with the likes ofTesla. The industrial giant said this week that it would be pouring an additional $3.7 billion into plants in three Midwestern states. Here, you can read more.

More Green Transportation News

Electric trucks can help fight inflation.

The hybrid qualities demand recognition come under pressure.

There is a hidden cost to towing a trailer with an F-150.

Shippers are trying to cut emissions with better planning.

According to reports, Musk wants to lay off 10% of his workforce.

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