Revenge of the Electric Car

DECEMBER 30, 2009

CABLED is the largest of eight regional teams to take part in the £25 million Technology Strategy Board’s Ultra Low Carbon Vehicle Demonstrator competition. Chief Executive Mick Laverty, said: “The West Midlands is embracing the opportunities of the low-carbon era. This is an important first step on our roads to a low-carbon future.”.

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i-MiEV Mitsubishi Petrol MPH 167

Revenge of the Electric Car

APRIL 6, 2010

Would these vehicles truly help to lower carbon emissions. They rely on a battery charged from a standard 120 volt or 240 volt outlet and do not produce carbon emissions while running but require frequent charging. In 2008, transportation accounted for 22 percent of all city carbon emissions. Should the city encourage their use?

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New York City New York Obama Tax Credit 167

Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 22, 2009

Next week, the California Air Resources Board is expected to adopt strict new regulations based on the theory that the innovative technology sold by 3Prong Power and other companies may be bad for the environment. After all, the board’s main function is to regulate smog — not greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide.

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