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“One of the advantages of lithium from subsurface brines is it’s a lot less energy-intensive and emissions-intensive than, say, the hard rock mining that is common today,” Matt Crocker, senior vice president for Exxon’s low carbon solutions business, said in an interview Tuesday. “It’s actually got some pretty good ESG benefits associated with it.” Exxon has been in talks with automakers including Tesla Inc. about supplying them with lithium, people familiar with the matter said in July. The company has also purchased drilling rights in parts of Arkansas with a view to producing lithium. #batterymetals #batterysupplychain #evbatterymanufacturing #lithiummining #lithiumexploration #esgstrategy #businessstrategy

We are launching our Q&A series! 💬 We decided to answer your most pressing questions about our project at EPCA. First up: the cost of ownership for electric vs. diesel trucks. In this short video, Clayton Franklin answers, “How does the total cost of ownership compare between EPCA's electric trucks and traditional diesel trucks?” 💵 Feel free to drop your question in the comment section or private message so we can answer it in a future video 👇 #ElectricTrucks #Sustainability #EPCA  #Q&A #EPCA #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #Innovation #Mining #SustainableMining #ElectricVehicles #GreenTech #Innovation #MiningIndustry #CarbonFootprint #RenewableEnergy #batteryelectrictruck  #BET #decarbonisation

“One of the advantages of lithium from subsurface brines is it’s a lot less energy-intensive and emissions-intensive than, say, the hard rock mining that is common today,” Matt Crocker, senior vice president for Exxon’s low carbon solutions business, said in an interview Tuesday. “It’s actually got some pretty good ESG benefits associated with it.” Exxon has been in talks with automakers including Tesla Inc. about supplying them with lithium, people familiar with the matter said in July. The company has also purchased drilling rights in parts of Arkansas with a view to producing lithium. #batterymetals #batterysupplychain #evbatterymanufacturing #lithiummining #lithiumexploration #esgstrategy #businessstrategy

Update: We received our Electric Motor that will replace the old Diesel Engine 🔥 In this short video, Clayton Franklin, EPCA's Chief Engineer and Founder, compares diesel and electric engines, transforming a 100-tonne mining truck from a diesel engine to battery electric ⚡ See the significant differences in efficiency, power and maintenance between the two. Not only is our electric motor three times more efficient, but it also offers 15% more power and is virtually maintenance-free, promising a 20-year lifetime, unlike the diesel engine. Join us for a greener, more sustainable future in mining. Watch the full video to discover the future of mining trucks, today. #EPCA #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #Innovation #Mining #SustainableMining #ElectricVehicles #GreenTech #Innovation #MiningIndustry #CarbonFootprint #RenewableEnergy #batteryelectrictruck #electricmine #decarbonisation

The future

Did you know that there are about 56,000 mining trucks with a payload of more than 90 metric tons in the world? If we say that on average, they will require 1.6 MW of fuel cell drivetrain per truck, the retrofit project as a whole will need 89.6 GW of fuel cells for all the mining trucks globally alone. Fuel cells offer a promising solution for powering mining trucks, providing efficient and emissions-free energy for heavy-duty operations. By utilizing hydrogen fuel cells, mining trucks can reduce environmental impact with zero tailpipe emissions, while also benefiting from increased efficiency and extended operating ranges compared to traditional diesel engines. The quick refueling capabilities of fuel cells allow for minimal downtime, enhancing operational flexibility, especially in remote mining locations. Additionally, fuel cell-powered trucks contribute to a quieter and safer working environment, making them an attractive option for sustainable mining operations. Despite challenges such as infrastructure development and cost-effectiveness, the adoption of fuel cells in mining trucks represents a significant step towards greener and more efficient mining practices. Contact [email protected] to learn more about fuel cells for your clean power generation needs. $TECO $TECFF #hydrogen #fuelcells #environment

General Motors (GM) and Komatsu are partnering to design, validate, and co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu's 930E electric drive mining truck with a nominal payload of 320 tons. Hydrogen fuel cells are known for being lightweight and quick to refuel, making them ideal for electrifying projects and equipment traditionally powered by diesel engines. Hydrogen also allows a vehicle to hold a large quantity of energy onboard without compromising payload-carrying capacity. Additionally, because these vehicles typically operate at a single mining site throughout their lifespan, it simplifies the challenges of sizing and deploying an effective hydrogen refueling infrastructure to service the vehicle fleet. GM and Komatsu hope their fuel cell-powered mining trucks will also provide a pathway to decarbonization for other technologies, such as battery-trolley or battery-static charging solutions, without the need for additional charging infrastructures within the mines. The two partnering companies plan to test the first prototype of the HYDROTEC-powered mining vehicle in the mid-2020s at Komatsu's Arizona Proving Grounds research and development facility. The vehicle will be powered by over 2 MW of HYDROTEC power cubes. To save energy & cost for your business, contact me at https://buff.ly/2EjAMbu. #Reliability #EnergyStorage #EnergyEfficiency #Renewables #EnergyAudit #Procurement #Resilience https://buff.ly/472GAA4

Did you know that there are about 56,000 mining trucks with a payload of more than 90 metric tons in the world? If we say that on average, they will require 1.6 MW of fuel cell drivetrain per truck, the retrofit project as a whole will need 89.6 GW of fuel cells for all the mining trucks globally alone. Fuel cells offer a promising solution for powering mining trucks, providing efficient and emissions-free energy for heavy-duty operations. By utilizing hydrogen fuel cells, mining trucks can reduce environmental impact with zero tailpipe emissions, while also benefiting from increased efficiency and extended operating ranges compared to traditional diesel engines. The quick refueling capabilities of fuel cells allow for minimal downtime, enhancing operational flexibility, especially in remote mining locations. Additionally, fuel cell-powered trucks contribute to a quieter and safer working environment, making them an attractive option for sustainable mining operations. Despite challenges such as infrastructure development and cost-effectiveness, the adoption of fuel cells in mining trucks represents a significant step towards greener and more efficient mining practices.   Contact [email protected] to learn more about fuel cells for your clean energy generation needs. $TECO $TECFF #hydrogen #fuelcells #environment

These steps taken towards decarbonization and energy transition are truly exciting! ABB's initiative to convert Nuh Cement's mining truck into a fully electric vehicle not only reduces environmental impacts but also sets an inspiring example for more efficient resource utilization and waste reduction. If other companies in Turkey take similar steps, it could contribute to our progress towards a carbon-neutral and sustainable future. The examples set by pioneering companies like Nuh Cement show the significant potential we have to accelerate this transformation.