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Worldwide, the vehicle fleet is not making enough progress on fuel economy and is failing to reach global targets aimed at reducing CO 2 emissions, cutting oil consumption and improving energy efficiency according to a new report from the Global Fuel Economy Initiative (GFEI) ( earlier post ) released at the Paris COP21 Climate Summit.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

in 2009, the first decrease recorded this decade, according to an addendum to an earlier study outlining a method for updating global fossil fuel carbon dioxide emissions published in the journal Environmental Research Letters. The decrease in emissions follow the decrease in the global economy. Global CO 2 emissions decreased 1.3%

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

billion from fiscal years 2009 through 2012, supported a variety of technologies, uses, advancement activities, and goals, according to the report. Federal Agency Battery and Energy Storage Initiatives and Funding Obligations, Fiscal Years 2009. These initiatives, which obligated more than $1.3 through 2012. Number of obligations.

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MAY 2, 2012

The Global Fuel Economy Initiative ( GFEI ) ( earlier post ) launched its second three-year effort to improve vehicle fuel economy around the world at the International Transport Forum in Leipzig. Indeed whilst there has been tremendous policy progress in several major markets, in some places fuel economy is actually getting worse.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2011

Air pollution from the 10,000 largest polluting facilities in Europe cost citizens between €102–169 billion (US$135–224 billion) in 2009, according to a new report from the European Environment Agency (EEA) which analyzed the costs of harm to health and the environment caused by air pollution. Log scale) Source: EEA.

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MAY 13, 2010

in 2009 are green innovations, evidence of the rapid development by GM researchers and engineers. This innovation could help to reduce the cost of diesel and other lean-burning engine technology in the future, while also keeping them safe for the environment. Source: GM. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

There is evidence that fossil fuel subsidies are socially inequitable, that they encourage smuggling and waste, and distort economies in ways that undermine economic efficiency while harming the environment and the climate,” wrote Jim Krane, the Wallace S.

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MARCH 27, 2015

These tests resulted in the combined 115% freight efficiency improvement over a 2009 baseline truck. The controller continuously monitors the engine’s operating conditions as well as the external environment, and uses an on-board computer to determine the most efficient course of action during real-world operation. mpg (19.26

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NOVEMBER 11, 2009

At the tank.tech 2009 congress in Bad Gögging, Germany, Delphi’s Dr. Andrzej Kalina, engineering manager, evaporative emission control products, is presenting a technical paper co-authored by Jan Jasinski, group engineering leader, evaporative emission control products and titled, “Evaporative Emissions Control Strategies for Hybrid Powertrains.”.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2009

I know I should be in Washington DC in two weeks to help take over the capitol on behalf of green jobs, clean energy and ending our carbon-based economy. Al Gore Killer Coal Tomorrow Land Environmental Politics clean energy carbon based economy Sustainability election.

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JUNE 7, 2010

Renault held a “2010 Environment Workshop” last week to showcase its progress across its range of vehicles’ full lifecycle through the Renault eco² program. dCi (type K9K) diesel is the brand’s best-selling engine with almost 900,000 units manufactured in 2009, in Valladolid (Spain) and Bursa (Turkey). New-generation 1.5 dCi engines.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2019

CARB, in partnership with CALSTART, launched HVIP and Low NO x Engine Incentives in 2009 to accelerate the purchase of cleaner, more-efficient trucks and buses in California. From its inception in 2009, more than $589 million has been allocated to HVIP.

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APRIL 14, 2009

The US National Science Board (NSB) released for public review and comment a draft report, Building a Sustainable Energy Future , which calls on the nation to lead the fundamental transformation of the current energy economy from one that is dependent on fossil fuel to one that thrives on sustainable and clean energy.

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AUGUST 6, 2019

From its inception in 2009, more than $447 million has been allocated to HVIP. CORE is based on California’s popular Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP), which is helping to facilitate and commercialize use of clean on-road technologies by transit agencies throughout the state.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

HySUT was founded in July 2009 with the aim of establishing hydrogen supply infrastructure and to improve hydrogen business environment. HySUT today has 18 companies/associations (including auto industry) carrying on the phase 1 (FY2009-2010) and the phase 2 (FY2011-2015) studies under the name of HySUT.

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Qstrung offers manufacturers and designers the possibility of working with composite materials like carbon-fibre right from the start offering more freedom in shaping, economy and in the time it takes to build the first vehicle models./em> Click to enlarge. em> —Mikkel Steen Pedersen, Development Manager at ECOmove.

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AUGUST 23, 2009

Based on a sample group of carriers, US airline passenger revenue fell 21% in July 2009 versus the same month in 2008—the ninth consecutive month in which passenger revenue has fallen from the prior year— according to a report from the Air Transport Association of America (ATA), the industry trade organization for the leading US airlines.

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JULY 11, 2013

in 2009—the highest figure ever reported by these countries. Level of transport spending may be guided by historical budget levels, institutional budget allocation procedures or budgetary constraints taking also into account needs in other sectors of the economy. of GDP, has grown sharply, reaching 2.0%

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APRIL 18, 2020

Overall, compared to the downturn experienced in 2009, on a calendar-year basis, we’re seeing the same type of decline with respect to the prior year—a global production decline of about 20%. However, restrictions are expected to ease through May. —Andrej Divis.

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OCTOBER 25, 2013

FedEx won the first such Domestic Delivery Services contract, and UPS was awarded the current DDS2 contract in 2009, which expires in September 2014. The proposed GSA solicitation is for express and ground shipping of an estimated 15 million to 35 million packages annually from federal agencies over a five-year period (2014-2018).

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APRIL 1, 2020

Demand is collapsing because of the closure of a large share of the global economy because of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). That is more than six times the record drop experienced during first quarter 2009 during the Great Recession. Oil demand in the second quarter of 2020 is projected to be 16.4

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APRIL 28, 2010

Based on analysis of long-term trends, a new European Environment Agency (EEA) report calls for a clear vision defining Europe’s transport system by 2050 and consistent policies to achieve it. Unlike some sectors, transport’s impact on the environment continues to be closely linked to economic growth.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

The award recognizes exceptional leadership in conserving California’s resources, protecting and enhancing the environment, building public-private partnerships and strengthening the state’s economy. Creating a healthier environment through reduced emissions and improved air quality is the essence of green innovation.

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DECEMBER 4, 2011

Rebounding from the global financial crisis of 2008-09 when emissions temporarily decreased, last year’s high growth was caused by both emerging and developed economies. Emissions from the trade of goods and services produced in emerging economies but consumed in the West increased from 2.5% Canadell and Michael R.

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

More than 90% of funding for the plan, or $485 million, comes from California Climate Investments, a statewide program that puts billions of cap-and-trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy and improving public health and the environment.

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DECEMBER 21, 2016

The aerosol time-of-flight mass spectrometer (ATOFMS) measurements were carried out at an urban site from April 2009 to January 2013. The impact of ship emissions on the environment and human health should be taken into serious consideration in the future. Credit: ACS, Liu et al. Click to enlarge. —Liu et al. 6b03834.

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DECEMBER 1, 2020

Grid balancing and resilience is not a challenge borne out of our transition to a net-zero carbon economy. European Environment Agency, 2009. [ Localized balancing is not a new problem. 1 ] Swart, R. Europe’s onshore and offshore wind energy potential, an assessment of environmental and economic constraints. 2 ] Swart, R.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2010

As a WWF partner, the Volvo Group’s truck companies will undertake to reduce the CO 2 -emissions from vehicles manufactured between 2009 and 2014 by 13 million tons. The Volvo Group is joining the World Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) Climate Savers Program —the first vehicle manufacturer to do so.

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

Following the MOU signing, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment Dennis V. The recommendations aim to enhance the state’s defense and national security mission and its benefits to California’s economy and communities.

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DECEMBER 23, 2014

This is the sixth investment made at Kokomo Transmission (KTP) since June 2009, bringing total investment in FCA US Kokomo operations to nearly $1.8 Additionally, lower viscosity transmission fluid is used resulting in improved transmission efficiency and fuel economy improvements especially during cold environments or vehicle start-up.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

liter is projected to produce segment-leading fuel economy among compact SUVs and up to 5 mpg better than the outgoing Escape. The gearbox features a new torque converter for improved driving feel, smooth shifts and improved fuel economy. liter EcoBoost engine to save weight, improve quality and increase fuel economy.

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OCTOBER 24, 2016

Honda has deployed fuel cell vehicles in the US, Germany and Japan, including the FCX Clarity, which was named the 2009 World Green Car. The first manufacturer to create a fuel cell vehicle dealer network (2008) Honda Commitment to the Environment.

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JANUARY 22, 2010

In September 2009, Delaware Gov. A bill introduced in Congress in December 2009 would provide funding to the Department of Energy and US Postal Service to convert existing mail trucks and manufacture new ones to use the UD-developed V2G technology. —Dick Johnson. The signing ceremony was held at AutoPort.). of Delaware).

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JUNE 2, 2012

Ford told the delegates that the trends emerging in manufacturing, green technology and mobility demonstrate a great opportunity for Michigan to create a dynamic, diverse and growing economy that affirms the state as a global innovation center. He also described urban mobility specifically as the greatest opportunity for Michigan.

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AUGUST 9, 2009

Sue Cischke, Ford group vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering, pointed to the “ key role ” government policies such as fuel standards and greenhouse gas emission regulations, play in the development and support of Ford’s product and technology pathways. annual increase in average fuel economy through 2016.

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MAY 18, 2009

Ricardo has stamped its place as one of the leading technological names in terms of fuel economy after providing expert advice to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration with regards to the 2009 CAFE rulemaking which will come into effect in 2011.

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APRIL 25, 2011

The report, which responds to requirements under the SECURE Water Act of 2009, details several increased risks to western United States water resources during the 21 st century. —Reclamation Commissioner Mike Connor.

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