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EV Charging Gets Smarter, Solar Power Prescriptions, and the Earth’s Dimming Albedo
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This week, we dive into the latest advancements in clean energy and sustainability! A universal ‘Plug and Charge’ protocol for EVs is set to roll out in 2025, promising a seamless, app-free charging experience for all electric vehicles. In Boston, a groundbreaking program prescribes solar power to low-income patients—an innovative approach to health and energy security. Meanwhile, scientists uncover a surprising factor contributing to global warming: the Earth is dimming, with reduced cloud cover playing a significant role.
We also welcome back a beloved guest with a special EV announcement and discuss listener mail on passive solar building codes, spinning homes, and solar history. All that and much more, including quick updates on Hyundai’s fast-charging push in India and the Pope’s new electric ride!
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Highlights in This Episode:- EV Charging Revolution: Learn how the upcoming universal 'Plug and Charge' protocol will streamline charging for all EV drivers. Source.
- Solar Power Prescriptions: Boston doctors prescribe solar energy to improve health and prevent utility cutoffs for vulnerable patients. Source.
- The Earth’s Dimming: Reduced cloud cover is accelerating global warming, adding a new layer of urgency to climate action.
- Listener Mail: Insights into passive solar design and how cities like Davis, CA, led the way in sustainable building practices.
- Pope’s New EV: Mercedes-Benz unveils an all-electric popemobile, showcasing the intersection of sustainability and tradition. Source.
- Seaweed for Cattle: Feeding seaweed to cows cuts methane emissions by 40%.
- Kenya’s Renewable Transformation: From 60% fossil fuels in 2000 to just 6% today.
- Egypt’s Renewable Ambitions: 18.6 GW of new wind and solar by 2030.
- Battery Price Drop: Lithium-ion battery packs see the steepest price decline since 2017. Here's a gift link to the Bloomberg article.
- Heat-Related Deaths
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