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Emissions projected to rise steeply

Green Cars News

World carbon dioxide emissions are projected to rise from 29billion metric tons in 2006 to 33.1billion metric tons in 2015 and 40.4billion tons in 2030 - that’s an increase of 39 per cent from 2006 onwards. Oil prices are expected to rise and may even hit $130 a barrel by 2030. per cent per year.

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Is Ford First?

Plug In Partners

Ford May Build a Plug-In Hybrid May 11, 2006 Ford Motor Co. Ford Chairman and CEO Bill Ford told shareholders at the automaker's annual meeting that the automotive market is shifting rapidly because of higher oil prices and the company is trying to respond. Sign the On Line Petition more news producer of hybrid cars.

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The Road to Independence

Plug In Partners

The Road to Independence Sunday, July 2, 2006 PATRICK MAZZA AND RICH FELDMAN Guest Columnist An economic earthquake is poised to shake the globe. By preparing now for a future of scarce world oil supplies, we can build an economy with a more resilient foundation for jobs and prosperity. Big News GM Plans Plug In Become a Partner today.

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Nissan’s Big Gamble

Revenge of the Electric Car

Hans Greimel Automotive News July 6, 2009 - 12:01 am ET. “Customers have already been asking about the cars since the news broke about Nissan’s plans to build the car here in Tennessee.&#. In California, Nissan of Elk Grove owner John Driebe thinks Nissan has identified a powerful new market segment. Dealers excited.

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Cleantech Blog: Smart Grids and Electric Vehicles

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

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