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US and Russia sign agreement to further research and development collaboration in nuclear energy and security

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The signing took place on the margins of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s General Conference in Vienna, Austria.

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Faurecia acquires Amminex to accelerate efficient NOx reduction for passenger and commercial vehicles

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For example, the density of ammonia in the solid material is twice as high as in the liquid based ammonia solution, extending the driving range between refills. Testing earlier this year at the University of Graz in Austria found that ASDS has an excellent performance on homologation cycles, achieving NO x conformity factors down to 0.5.

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Air pollutant emission 2010 limits exceeded in twelve EU Member States; road transport NOx a main factor

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For the first time, preliminary data recently reported to the EEA by Member States allow a comparison with the legally binding emission limits for 2010 set in the EU NEC Directive. In some instances the limits were exceeded by significant amounts. Jacqueline McGlade. The pollutant for which most exceedances were registered was NO x.

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NOx emissions exceeded limits in 12 European countries in 2010

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Today’s publication of official 2010 data from Member States is the first time that those efforts can be measured against the legally binding targets. These were Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Spain and Sweden.

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EEA reports finds Europe to exceed NOx emission ceiling, mostly due to road transport

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The EU-27 and its Member States must meet legally binding limits for four air pollutants set by the National Emission Ceilings Directive (NEC Directive). Austria, while expecting lower surpluses in absolute terms, anticipates exceeding its ceilings by an even larger margin (40%). Source: EEA. Click to enlarge.

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Fisker considers expanding production with Magna International

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The SUV offers customers up to 350 miles of range via a dual motor system, with a minimum configuration of 250 miles of range via a single motor system. Production expansion will likely focus on Magna International and the manufacturer’s Graz, Austria plant. The vehicle is expected to begin deliveries later this year.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

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Current Legal Requirement for Use of Anhydrous Ethanol in the United States. Hydrous ethanol (also sometimes known as azeotropic ethanol) typically ranges from 186 proof (93% ethanol, 7% water) to 192 proof (96% ethanol, 4% water). Until fairly recently, these US motor vehicles were non-FFVs. 40 CFR § 80.27 Pursuant to 40 CFR § 80.27(a)(2):