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ETH Zurich spin-off Winduction has developed an inductive charging system for electric buses that supplies power through their wheels at bus stops. The source says this could allow for smaller batteries, reducing energy demand and operating costs, and that a pilot project is planned for 2028.
Minera Saucito has introduced two electric Atlas Copco XRVS 960E air compressors as part of its modernization work. The change is described as improving productivity and lowering operating costs at the underground mine.
Transport & Environment finds electric trucks are cheaper to run in key EU markets, according to the source title and summary. The finding is presented alongside truckmakers' push for a delay to EU CO2 targets.
CleanTechnica summarizes a new total cost of ownership analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E) covering major truck markets in the EU.