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MAY 21, 2012

The total number of verified (US EPA- and/or California ARB-verified) diesel retrofit devices (for both on-road and off-road diesel engines) sold in the US (including California) by MECA member companies in 2011 was 20,177, according to the Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association (MECA). 4% (881) were flow-through filters (FTFs).

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More than 70% of this cost comes from the increased mortality risk associated with exposure to the local air pollution emitted when burning fossil fuels; the researchers found that the lost nuclear electricity production due to the phase-out was replaced primarily by coal-fired production and net electricity imports.

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AUGUST 22, 2011

Transport for London (TfL) recently announced a package of measures to tackle pollution levels at the busiest roads in central London. The start of a greening program to trap pollution—a row of 50 green towers (six foot tall planters) have been installed along Lower Thames Street, one of central London’s most polluted roads.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

The study will be conducted from 2011-2016 and is expected to cost $5,645,168. BOEMRE analysts and decision makers will use the information developed by this study in future National Environmental Policy Act analyses and decision-making regarding potential energy development in the Chukchi Sea. Click to enlarge.

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MAY 1, 2018

NO x emissions have not been decreasing as expected in recent years (2011–2015) when comparing top-down estimates from satellites and surface NO 2 measurements to the trends predicted from the US Environmental Protection Agency’s emission inventory data, according to a new study by an international team of researchers.

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AUGUST 16, 2022

EPA first adopted GHG requirements for heavy-duty vehicles in 2011. In developing the new standards, EPA will consider the role of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) technologies to reduce air pollution significantly from the heavy-duty vehicle sector); and limited and targeted flexibilities for small businesses.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2010

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is soliciting proposals to advance comprehensive, integrated modeling and assessment of multiple greenhouse gases (GHGs) and air pollutants, and to also enhance understanding of climate change impacts and their economic implications. Submissions must be in by 7 January 2011.

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MAY 31, 2019

In March 2017, Tesoro notified CARB that the company had misreported fuel data from 2011 to 2016. The inaccurate information spanned 24 quarterly reports. In this case, the company misreported 1.9 billion gallons of gasoline, diesel, biodiesel and ethanol, including underreporting 403 million gallons of LCFS deficit-generating fuels.

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MAY 8, 2014

Air quality in most cities worldwide that monitor outdoor (ambient) air pollution fails to meet World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines for safe levels, putting people at additional risk of respiratory disease and other health problems, according to WHO’s expanded ambient (outdoor) air pollution (AAP) in cities database 2014.

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MAY 1, 2014

million, $740,000 will go to the California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA), which provides financial assistance to projects aimed at reducing pollution and waste and encouraging the use of renewable energy. In addition to the $740,000 for the CPCFA, $2.22

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NOVEMBER 5, 2010

early 2011. sources of information upon which to base the proposed standards and test procedures on 16 November in El Monte, California. pollutant emission standards and involved a presentation of technical information from. pollutant emission standards and involved a presentation of technical information from.

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MAY 27, 2015

The US EPA estimates that its air pollution regulations save thousands of lives annually. Graham of the IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs analyzed the costs and expected lifesavings of nine EPA air quality regulations issued between 2011 and 2013. Researchers Kerry Krutilla, David H. Good and John D. —Krutilla et al.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

China energy end use by sector (Mtce), 1980-2011. Shares of energy end use by sector in China, 1980-2011. The Databook contains information for energy and environment at both the national and provincial levels, mainly from 1980 through 2011, with some data series beginning in 1949. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Shell’s exploration drilling fleet will emit more than 250 tons of air pollutants a year and therefore, under existing law, must have federal Clean Air Act Outer Continental Shelf (OCS)/Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permits. The permits set limits on air pollution from these vessels.

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JUNE 24, 2011

Dedicating the revenue to purposes popular with the public, spreading out the increase over several years, and providing information about how much the increase will cost drivers annually are all options for improving support levels, the findings suggest. The 2011 survey found Americans just as willing to. The 24% support for a $0.10

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AUGUST 1, 2011

Vehicles in a six-car pileup automatically inform emergency responders and traffic management centers. Using DSRC signals on board vehicles to improve weakened positioning information and to correct illegally “jammed” Global Positioning System (GPS) signals. 2011 in Orlando, Florida.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Megacities are immense sources of air pollutants, with large impacts on air quality and climate. Satellite observations allow top-down estimates of emissions to be made for nitrogen oxides (NO x = NO + NO 2 ), but require poorly quantified a priori information on the NO x lifetime. —Beirle et al. Steffen Beirle, K. 1207824.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Maritime traffic on the world’s oceans has increased four-fold over the past 20 years, likely causing more water, air and noise pollution on the open seas, according to a new study quantifying global ship traffic. Shipping traffic grew even faster during the second decade of the study, peaking at rate of increase of 10% per year in 2011.

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MAY 2, 2011

The second panel for the “Petroleum Refinery Sector Risk and Technology Review and New Source Performance Standards” will focus on developing updated emissions standards for petroleum refineries for multiple pollutants, including greenhouse gases (GHGs).

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Comparable data on noise exposure in Europe is a prerequisite to set up EU policies to reduce noise pollution, a growing health and economic concern all over Europe. According to the European Commission’s 2011 White Paper on Transport, traffic noise-related external costs will be €20 billion (US$26.2

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APRIL 16, 2013

Toyota Central R&D Labs (CRDL) began developing NETSTREAM some 15 years ago, with the intention of predicting the introductory effects of intelligent transportation systems (ITS) for reducing traffic congestion, pollution reduction, and preliminary evaluation of traffic measures. Asakura, Y. doi: 10.1109/ITSC.2010.5625067. 2010.5625067.

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JULY 19, 2013

As the market continues to grow, electric vehicles will play a key role in our effort to reduce air pollution and slow the effects of climate change. Plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) sales tripled from about 17,000 in 2011 to about 52,000 in 2012. —Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz. For example, an eGallon is $1.53 for gasoline).

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

A new report by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides a comprehensive overview of methodologies for estimating air emissions from shipping; describes technological solutions; and analyses policy options for reducing carbon emissions and air pollution in this sector.

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DECEMBER 11, 2014

The tech incubator is aiming to deliver innovative mobility and transportation solutions that help alleviate growing global challenges such as traffic congestion, parking availability and pollution. The mobility scope is “ broader than automotive ,” noted Ford Executive Chairman Bill Ford. “ Connected vehicles Mobility Mobility services'

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JANUARY 13, 2012

While carbon dioxide is the primary driver of global warming over the long term, limiting black carbon and methane are complementary actions that would have a more immediate impact because these two pollutants circulate out of the atmosphere more quickly. All emissions control measures are assumed to improve air quality.

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration released its Annual Energy Outlook 2013 (AEO2013) Reference case (the Early Release ), which highlights a growth in total US energy production that exceeds growth in total US energy consumption through 2040. quadrillion Btu in 2011 to 14.0 Transportation sector gasoline demand declines.

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And oh BTW, according to the Energy Information Administration , California’s grid overall consumed 0% coal power. According to the EIA, from 2011 to mid-2020, 95 gigawatts (GW) of coal capacity was closed or switched to another fuel and another 25 GW is slated to shut down by 2025. The EIA says that 121 U.S.

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London Mayor, Sadiq Kahn said that the charge has been brought in to tackle the pollution levels in Central London. People also believe that it will not take enough, high polluting vehicles off the road. Since the grant was introduced in 2011, the UK has seen a dramatic rise in the uptake of electric vehicles.

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DECEMBER 9, 2009

Environment Canada released draft regulations to limit greenhouse gas emissions from new vehicles beginning with the 2011 model year. Canada and the US are working towards a common North American approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by introducing aligned and progressively tighter regulatory requirements over the 2011-2016 model years.

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APRIL 13, 2011

This research provides the groundwork and initial estimates needed to better inform renewable energy decisions. First, the team developed a comprehensive national geographic information system database that evaluated topography, population, land use and other information about the contiguous United States. Wigmosta, Andre M.

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JULY 6, 2012

The company was also vocal in its opposition to the use of SCR for compliance (“a license to pollute”), having argued that there was no operational mechanism to forestall cheating with SCR systems when urea is not present. In October 2011, Navistar informed EPA that it would run out of credits in 2012. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 30, 2013

The company was also vocal in its opposition to the use of SCR for compliance (“a license to pollute”), having argued that there was no operational mechanism to forestall cheating with SCR systems when urea is not present. Navistar touted the advanced EGR approach as being more cost-effective than SCR.

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MARCH 17, 2012

Duration: 36 months (October 2011 – September 2014). To achieve maximum impact, EcoNav will provide situation- and location-based suggestions and information to users regarding travel choices and options. Based on this information the ecological and carbon footprint will be computed. Cost: €3.13M; EU contribution €2.35M.

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JUNE 27, 2012

This can help reduce pollution linked to road congestion, increase public transit revenue that can be invested in new projects to improve quality of life for citizens and reduce costs associated with the creation of new transport infrastructures by optimising usage of those already in existence. billion.

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JULY 8, 2014

Between 2000 and 2011, the number of producing gas wells in the US increased by 50%, reaching 514,637. Decision and rule making at the state and national levels in the US have been informed in part by limited, out of date, and sometimes incomplete emission inventories and self-reported industry data. Christopher W.

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Energy Information Administration (EIA) now predicts that coal's share of U.S. electricity generation will decline from 44 percent in 2011 to 32 percent in 2040. Among currently used methods for generating electricity, coal is by far the dirtiest. But--in the U.S., at least--it's also on the decline as an energy source.

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Cornwall College is to hold a special day to encourage more staff and students to cycle to work to reduce traffic congestion on local roads and cut pollution. The Bike Day is part of the college’s sustainable travel plan, developed with the Highways Agency, which includes car sharing, improved public transport information and walking.

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