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California air quality regulators call for improved monitoring at California refineries, surrounding communities

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The fire raised concerns related to refinery maintenance and safety, and emergency preparedness, at and near California’s oil refineries. The agencies released an inventory of air monitoring and response capabilities for each major refinery in May 2015.

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CSA group and IPAC-CO2 propose bi-national standard for geologic storage of CO2

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CSA Z741 Geological storage of carbon dioxide standard provides guidelines for regulators, industry and others around the world involved with scientific and commercial CCS projects. It includes, but is not limited to, recommendations with respect to the safer design, construction, operation, maintenance, and closure of storage sites.

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NAS: concerns remain about rail transport for energy liquids, gases; pipeline, maritime have more comprehensive safety system in place

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When this study commenced in late 2015, a national debate was underway about whether the domestic energy revolution was placing stress on the transportation system that would sacrifice safety.

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EPA proposes rule for nationwide 30% cut in GHG from existing power plants by 2030 relative to 2005

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Specifically, the EPA is proposing state-specific rate-based goals for carbon dioxide emissions from the power sector, as well as emission guidelines for states to use in developing plans to attain the state-specific goals. Based on this input, EPA will finalize the standards in June 2015. Clean Power Plan proposed rule.

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World Bank/ICCT report provides guidance to reducing black carbon emissions from diesels in developing countries

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Brazil may adopt more stringent fuel quality standards by 2015; similarly tough vehicle standards are less certain, according to the authors. Other programs can provide significant benefits, such as vehicle scrappage and replacement, inspection and maintenance, and vehicle retrofitting, the report suggested.

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How EV Owners Can Navigate Through Coronavirus Period Safely

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While there may be a lot of general information out there on how to stay safe and help curb the spread of COVID-19, little has been shared in the way of guidelines for EV owners specifically. Always read the owner’s manual first for specific battery maintenance information. Maintaining the EV’s battery.

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FTA Report on Worldwide H2 Bus Demonstrations Finds Better Than Expected Performance and Strong Customer Acceptance; Challenges Remain

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Most participants noted that developing fuel cell bus maintenance facilities was not as challenging as expected. However, because each site developed its own solutions, future research could capture lessons learned and develop best practices and guidelines. Resources.