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Energetic efforts needed to level up the EU electricity grid

Energetic efforts needed to level up the EU electricity grid

Enhancing the EU’s energy independence and combating climate change require a modernised electricity grid, capable of integrating more renewable energy and adapting to increasing electrification. For this to succeed, the EU will have to step up its efforts, according to a new review of the EU’s electricity grids by the European Court of Auditors.

“A large part of the EU electricity grid dates from the last century: almost half of distribution lines are over 40 years old. To ensure the EU’s

BYD system works 4x faster than Tesla Supercharger

BYD system works 4x faster than Tesla Supercharger

Few electric vehicle (EV) charging networks are as well-known as Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) Superchargers, given that the firm has been aggressively developing and promoting its network in the U.S.

According to Finbold research, Tesla’s charging speed significantly lags behind most of its competitors, with the Supercharger providing only 18 km (11.18 mi) per minute. In contrast, China’s latest BYD (SHE: 002594) Megawatt Flash Charging can provide 80 km

Nissan and Stena Recycling give used EV batteries a new life

Nissan and Stena Recycling give used EV batteries a new life

Nissan and Stena Recycling have entered a strategic partnership to develop and expand the reuse of second-life electric vehicle batteries in Norway. With over 80,000 Nissan LEAFs on Norwegian roads, Nissan has established a new value chain for batteries that are no longer suitable for road use. 

The partnership combines Stena Recycling’s expertise in recycling and reuse with Nissan’s experience in electric vehicle technology, laying the foundation for a circular business model that