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• Top curated links. From “New York’s First Electric Skyscraper” to “What's gone wrong at Tesla? Pretty much nothing.”… links are below.

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🔥 What are they solving for? Featured thought leader interview.

Let’s cut through the clutter by engaging directly with thought leaders and asking them to pinpoint what’s critical. 

• Melissa Lubitz, Director Business Development for Hydraloop, North America, discusses the water crisis and the benefits of a sustainable water economy (including energy savings).
  
  Listen on Apple Podcasts
  Watch the interview at Solvecast 
  Follow Melissa on LinkedIn

🔥 Featured Article: Meet New York City's First All-Electric Skyscraper [Goodnet.org]

Explores NYC's first all-electric skyscraper, a landmark in sustainable urban living and a shift towards renewable energy in high-density buildings:

• Utilizing all-electric HVAC systems and induction cooktops reduces reliance on fossil fuels and lowers carbon emissions.

• All-electric skyscrapers necessitate reimagined infrastructure, replacing gas systems with high-capacity electrical lines and renewable energy sources.

• New laws like The Inflation Reduction Act and NYC Local Law 97 support sustainable building by incentivizing decarbonization and energy efficiency.
  
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  More analysis at Solvecast…

🔥 Featured Article: What's gone wrong at Tesla? Pretty much nothing. [Acclimate on LinkedIn]

Discusses the robustness of Tesla's market position and the growth trajectory of the electric vehicle sector, affirming its relevance to electric transportation technology:

• Consumer receptivity to EVs grows in a non-linear fashion, yet trends towards electric mobility are unmistakable and promising. 

• Increasing consumer awareness through education and experience drives demand and acceptance of electric vehicles as a sustainable choice.

• Continuous improvements in EV technology and decreasing costs are set to further boost consumer adoption of Tesla's vehicles.

• Decreasing production costs for electric vehicles make Tesla's offerings more accessible and competitive.
  

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  More analysis at Solvecast…
  

Curated links, handpicked and summarized.

⚡️ Clean Energy

• Space Solar Power Is Happening Sooner Rather Than Later. Explores the potential of space solar power as a revolutionary clean energy source that could challenge traditional fossil fuels. Read more at cleantechnica.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• Coal-to-nuclear transition would benefit dozens of U.S. regions: NASEO-NARUC report. Discusses the potential for coal-to-nuclear transitions to bolster clean energy by reducing costs and aiding U.S. regions economically. Read more at utilitydive.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• Another hot summer increases the urgency for energy storage. Discusses the need for energy storage solutions in response to record-breaking heat and electricity demand, highlighting its importance for clean energy reliability. Read more at utilitydive.com  | More analysis at Solvecast

🚙 Mobility & Transport

• Final U.S. rules extend timetable for critical mineral sourcing in EV tax credit eligibility. Outlines the extension of graphite sourcing timelines, impacting EV tax credit eligibility and the adaptation of the electric vehicle industry. Read more at www.autonews.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• What's gone wrong at Tesla? Pretty much nothing.. Discusses the robustness of Tesla's market position and the growth trajectory of the electric vehicle sector, affirming its relevance to electric transportation technology. Read more at www.linkedin.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• White House earmarks $1.5B in push for freight decarbonization. Outlines a significant investment in zero-emissions freight vehicles, bolstering electric transportation infrastructure and technology. Read more at www.supplychaindive.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• Tesla (TSLA) surges on reports China is approving Full Self-Driving deployment. Explores the expansion of Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology in China, impacting the global electric vehicle market. Read more at electrek.co | More analysis at Solvecast

• Public Charging Landscape Deteriorating, J.D. Power Study Finds. Discusses the impact of public charger availability on EV ownership satisfaction, highlighting a critical issue in electric transportation infrastructure. Read more at www.automotive-fleet.com | More analysis at Solvecast

🏠 Buildings & Cities

• Here are the top 10 smartest cities in the world -- and none are in the U.S.. Summarizes the criteria and initiatives that elevate cities to the top of the Smart City Index, relevant for urban development strategies. Read more at www.cnbc.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• Advanced Tech Adds Miles of Progress to Smart City Vision. Summarizes the impact of technological advancements on the evolution of smart cities, highlighting the importance of digital transformation. Read more at www.pymnts.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• Geothermal heat pumps are helping clean up city buildings. Discusses the adoption of geothermal heat pumps in cities, reducing CO2 emissions and advancing sustainable building practices. Read more at www.canarymedia.com | More analysis at Solvecast

• Results are in for a Los Angeles cool pavement experiment. Explores the impact of cool pavement technology on urban temperatures, highlighting its potential in sustainable building to mitigate heat. Read more at www.smartcitiesdive.com | More analysis at Solvecast
  

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