Posts Tagged ‘Department of Energy’
More Department of Energy Loans and Foibles: Tesla, Aptera, and More

Everyone wants government money. It seems that all of the electric vehicle manufacturers, whether making parts, batteries, or cars want in on that cheap Department of Energy cash. Matthew Lesko is already working on a new book with a working title of “Get FREE Government Money For Your Electric Car Company!”*
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The TransAtlas - a New, Interactive Map For Alt Fuel

This is a very cool and much-needed idea. The National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) and the Department of Energy (DoE) have partnered on a project they’re calling TransAtlas (Transportation Atlas). It’s a Google Maps-based map for finding information on alternative fuels nationally.
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U.S. DoE Begins Giving Out ATVM Loans: Ford Gets 1st One

The Department of Energy has finally announced the first receipient of a low-interest loan from the Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing Incentive Program (ATVM) program: Ford Motors. Nissan and Tesla Motors are expected to be the next in line.
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New York Times: “$25 Billion For EVs Still Untouched”

Established in 2007, the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan program (overseen by the Department of Energy) has yet to loan out even a penny. Surprised?
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