#driving range

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I'm shy but here's a video of me being excited that I hit the golf ball (*꒦ິ꒳꒦ີ)

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Watch out on the second level

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@Calum5SOS: Here's a free lesson @McIlroyRory

7 August 2015

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Driving Range Inomhus – Träna Golf När Du Vill hos Players Indoor Golf!

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3 Questions: Can we secure a sustainable supply of nickel?

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3 Questions: Can we secure a sustainable supply of nickel?

As the world strives to cut back on carbon emissions, demand for minerals and metals needed for clean energy technologies is growing rapidly, sometimes straining existing supply chains and harming local environments. In a new study published today in Joule, Elsa Olivetti, a professor of materials science and engineering and director of the Decarbonizing Energy and Industry mission within MIT’s Climate Project, along with recent graduates Basuhi Ravi PhD ’23 and Karan Bhuwalka PhD ’24 and nine others, examine the case of nickel, which is an essential element for some electric vehicle batteries and parts of some solar panels and wind turbines.

How robust is the supply of this vital metal, and what are the implications of its extraction for the local environments, economies, and communities in the places where it is mined? MIT News asked Olivetti, Ravi, and Bhuwalka to explain their findings.

Q: Why is nickel becoming more important in the clean energy economy, and what are some of the potential issues in its supply chain?

Olivetti: Nickel is increasingly important for its role in EV batteries, as well as other technologies such as wind and solar. For batteries, high-purity nickel sulfate is a key input to the cathodes of EV batteries, which enables high energy density in batteries and increased driving range for EVs. As the world transitions away from fossil fuels, the demand for EVs, and consequently for nickel, has increased dramatically and is projected to continue to do so.

The nickel supply chain for battery-grade nickel sulfate includes mining nickel from ore deposits, processing it to a suitable nickel intermediary, and refining it to nickel sulfate. The potential issues in the supply chain can be broadly described as land use concerns in the mining stage, and emissions concerns in the processing stage. This is obviously oversimplified, but as a basic structure for our inquiry we thought about it this way. Nickel mining is land-intensive, leading to deforestation, displacement of communities, and potential contamination of soil and water resources from mining waste. In the processing step, the use of fossil fuels leads to direct emissions including particulate matter and sulfur oxides. In addition, some emerging processing pathways are particularly energy-intensive, which can double the carbon footprint of nickel-rich batteries compared to the current average.

Q: What is Indonesia’s role in the global nickel supply, and what are the consequences of nickel extraction there and in other major supply countries?

Ravi: Indonesia plays a critical role in nickel supply, holding the world’s largest nickel reserves and supplying nearly half of the globally mined nickel in 2023. The country’s nickel production has seen a remarkable tenfold increase since 2016. This production surge has fueled economic growth in some regions, but also brought notable environmental and social impacts to nickel mining and processing areas.

Nickel mining expansion in Indonesia has been linked to health impacts due to air pollution in the islands where nickel processing is prominent, as well as deforestation in some of the most biodiversity-rich locations on the planet. Reports of displacement of indigenous communities, land grabbing, water rights issues, and inadequate job quality in and around mines further highlight the social concerns and unequal distribution of burdens and benefits in Indonesia. Similar concerns exist in other major nickel-producing countries, where mining activities can negatively impact the environment, disrupt livelihoods, and exacerbate inequalities.

On a global scale, Indonesia’s reliance on coal-based energy for nickel processing, particularly in energy-intensive smelting and leaching of a clay-like material called laterite, results in a high carbon intensity for nickel produced in the region, compared to other major producing regions such as Australia.

Q: What role can industry and policymakers play in helping to meet growing demand while improving environmental safety?

Bhuwalka: In consuming countries, policies can foster “discerning demand,” which means creating incentives for companies to source nickel from producers that prioritize sustainability. This can be achieved through regulations that establish acceptable environmental footprints for imported materials, such as limits on carbon emissions from nickel production. For example, the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act and the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act could be leveraged to promote responsible sourcing. Additionally, governments can use their purchasing power to favor sustainably produced nickel in public procurement, which could influence industry practices and encourage the adoption of sustainability standards.

On the supply side, nickel-producing countries like Indonesia can implement policies to mitigate the adverse environmental and social impacts of nickel extraction. This includes strengthening environmental regulations and enforcement to reduce the footprint of mining and processing, potentially through stricter pollution limits and responsible mine waste management. In addition, supporting community engagement, implementing benefit-sharing mechanisms, and investing in cleaner nickel processing technologies are also crucial.

Internationally, harmonizing sustainability standards and facilitating capacity building and technology transfer between developed and developing countries can create a level playing field and prevent unsustainable practices. Responsible investment practices by international financial institutions, favoring projects that meet high environmental and social standards, can also contribute to a stable and sustainable nickel supply chain.

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What Should You Know About Regenerative Braking Systems?

Regenerative braking systems have become a key feature in modern vehicles, particularly in electric and hybrid cars. This advanced technology not only enhances efficiency but also contributes to the overall sustainability of automotive transportation. In today’s push toward eco-friendly solutions, understanding how regenerative braking systems work and the benefits they offer can help drivers…

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Friday 17 th may 2024 MAXI CLIMBER workout 4250 Feet 30.2 mins. Total.

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Tee-ing up for a fun-filled evening at Top Golf! ⛳️🏌🏼‍♂️

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Finding Time to Practice

Practice is a time-consuming venture. It takes time to match up your progress with your goals. It can get to you.

Hit the driving range after work #PM #fitness #golf #training pic.twitter.com/VlcFfnmPEX— RevBruceJ (@RevBruceJ1) January 10, 2024 The driving range is notorious for being filled with people swinging like crazy and supposedly working on their game. The truth of the matter is that we cannot be sure of what progress everyone else is making on the range. The only thing that we can be certain of in…

[majianguo]

This was my first time at the driving range in nearly two years. One hundred balls were too many for my left hand, I got a nasty blister on the thumb. I now know that I've always got to use a glove when golfing.

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The X-man is C-posed.

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On The Rebound

I’ve finally recovered from my almost year-long downward spiral of both physical and emotional uncertainty and difficulty. My pacemaker is working as it should, the incision has healed completely, and I’ve pretty much recovered from the shock of being disqualified from what would have been somewhat of a dream job. The amount of prospective income lost from the incident would have made a huge…

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Driving Range Inomhus – Träna Golf Året Runt hos Players Indoor Golf!

Letar du efter en Driving Range som alltid är tillgänglig? Hos Players Indoor Golf kan du träna din sving på en modern inomhusbana, oavsett väder eller erfarenhetsnivå. Boka din tid för att uppleva skillnaden! Ring 072-1419770 för att boka eller få mer information. Välj tider som passar dig och ta spelet till nästa nivå på vår Driving Range!

Vi erbjuder flexibla tider för alla golfare – förbättra din teknik med våra avancerade golfsimulatorer och bli en bättre spelare idag.