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IEA working paper highlights potential role of natural gas in reducing global road transport CO2

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The global natural gas vehicle fleet has grown rapidly in the last 10 years, but still represents less than 1% of global transport fuel consumption. The global fleet of NGVs consists largely of passenger cars/LDVs, although there are some regional differences. Click to enlarge. gas sources, such as biogas or bio-synthetic gas.

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Study finds emissions from road construction could be halved using today’s technology

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The construction sector accounts for a quarter of CO 2 emissions, in Sweden and globally. But the researchers also demonstrated that emissions could be halved with technology already available today—and completely eliminated by the year 2045. We could be better at transport logistics in Sweden. —Ida Karlsson.

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Chalmers team develops method to reduce levels of mercury in sulfuric acid

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The limit values for how much mercury sulfuric acid may contain are based on the technology available today. With the new method for purifying sulfuric acid, our hope is that the legislation around the limit values will be tightened in a global perspective where mercury levels are generally much higher. 2c00417

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Deutsche Post DHL Group sees mass market potential for synthetic fuels in 5-10 years

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A global knowledge base is needed if we are to develop common standards. Some of the alternative fuels available today can already help significantly reduce emissions with minor or no modifications to engines and infrastructures. Progress can only be accelerated through dialogue and coordinated action.

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CAS: China Led World in Patenting and Commercialization of Bioethanol in 2009; US Foremost in Third-Generation Bioethanol Research

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Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) reports that in 2009, China surpassed all other countries in the production of bioethanol patents, emerging as the global leader in the commercialization of bioethanol research. US researchers are foremost within the newest category of bioethanol research: third-generation, or algae-based, bioethanol.

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Deloitte Survey finds only 4% of global consumers likely to be satisfied with current EVs despite increasing consideration and willingness to buy; higher ICE fuel economy reduces interest in EVs

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The Deloitte survey found global consumer interest in EVs is high. Consumers’ expectations around the performance and purchase price of electric vehicles are so divergent from the actual offerings available today, that no more than 2–4% of consumers worldwide would have their expectations met, according to a new survey from Deloitte.

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Argonne VERIFI researchers applying GSA to investigate combustion engine parameters; seeking cleaner and more efficient engines

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Global Sensitivity Analysis (GSA) is conducted for a diesel engine simulation to understand the sensitivities of various modeling constants and boundary conditions in a global manner with regards to multi-target functions such as liquid length, ignition delays, combustion phasing, and emissions. —Pei et al. —Sibendu Som.

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