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European Alternative Fuels Observatory

General information

The general information section contains general information about alternative fuels, and specific information about the European Alternative Fuels Observatory. It contains, amongst others, a repository of relevant research, links to other important (knowledge) platforms such as TRIMIS, an overview of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), a glossary (terminology), and overviews of relevant alternative fuels infrastructure technologies, standards and protocols.

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Vehicle types

A comprehensive list of the available vehicle types.
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Recharging systems

Information on recharging systems, connectors, infrastructure and standards.
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News

Get the latest on alternative fuels in the EU!
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Glossary

A list of key EAFO terms and abbreviations and their meanings.
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Data sources

Discover our data sources and providers for each country.