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ExxonMobil: global GDP up ~140% by 2040, but energy demand ~35% due to efficiency; LDV energy demand to rise only slightly despite doubling parc

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The outlook is developed by examining energy supply and demand trends in 100 countries, 15 demand sectors covering all manner of personal and business needs and 20 different energy types. This is expected to open new trading opportunities as Asia Pacific’s net imports are projected to rise by nearly 80% by 2040.

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Daimler & Renault-Nissan Alliance expand cooperation to 1-ton pickup trucks

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The pickup will feature a double cab and will be targeted both at personal-use and commercial customers. The primary target markets for the truck are Europe, Australia, South Africa and Latin America. The vehicle will have all of Mercedes Benz’ distinctive characteristics and features. Market Background Vehicle Manufacturers'

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Why the Internet needs the InterPlanetary File System

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As a precaution, some Internet providers scaled back service levels temporarily, although that probably wasn’t necessary for countries in Asia, Europe, and North America, which were generally able to cope with the surge in demand caused by people teleworking (and binge-watching Netflix ). We don’t think so.

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Devil in the Details: World Leaders Scramble To Salvage and Shape Copenhagens UNFCCC Climate Summit

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“ One Agreement, Two Steps ” Expectations for Copenhagen quickly became complicated after Danish Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen boarded an overnight flight to Singapore to address an impromptu breakfast forum on climate change at the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) summit on 15 November. ” [ 22 ]. [

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Nielsen global survey finds concerns about climate change slipping behind concerns over other environmental issues; air and water pollution top worries, pesticide use #3

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Top environmental concerns among Asia Pacific consumers include water shortages and air pollution, while water pollution was the main concern for Latin Americans, Middle Eastern/Africans, Europeans and North Americans. Boykoff, Senior Visiting Research Associate, Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford.

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Falling Domestic Fares and an A.I. Arms Race: What Travelers Can Expect in 2024

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Not immediately, said Leigh Rowan of Savanti Travel , a personal travel management service. Asia-bound travelers also have luxury options with two new itineraries on the Eastern & Oriental Express. offering three-night-minimum stays and featuring colonics, cryotherapy and guided hikes (from $3,280 per person).

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