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Tesla and GM sign on to use supply chain emissions database

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Tesla, General Motors (GM) and others have signed an agreement to use a database tracking greenhouse gas emissions, with this year’s report having been shared by U.S. Being a company that manufactures electric vehicles (EVs) and other renewable energy products, Tesla has been a strong proponent of strict emissions rules.

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Tesla Semi real-world sightings show that a cleaner, quieter future is possible for the trucking sector

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If anything, they emphasize the idea that it is possible to adopt a cleaner, quieter alternative to conventional trucking solutions featuring large, noisy, Class 8 diesel-powered semitrailers today. ZERO EMISSIONS FRITOLAY'S TESLA SEMI TRUCK IN THE WILD. Such issues are directly addressed by vehicles like the Tesla Semi.

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Mayors of 12 major cities pledge to procure only zero-emission buses from 2025; major areas to be zero-emission by 2030

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The mayors of London, Paris, Los Angeles, Copenhagen, Barcelona, Quito, Vancouver, Mexico City, Milan, Seattle, Auckland and Cape Town have pledged to procure only zero-emission buses from 2025 and ensure that a major area of their city is zero emission by 2030. Lead by example by procuring zero emission vehicles for city fleets.

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Event: City of Los Angeles Taking Green To the Streets

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“With this new hybrid street sweeper we take another big step forward in achieving our goals of cleaner and greener streets, healthier communities and a more sustainable future for all Angelenos.” Other speakers at the event included Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Krekorian and Congressman Tony Cardenas.

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EPA requires trucking companies to reduce air pollution near Los Angeles schools as part of emissions violation settlement

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EPA made the announcement at an event at Eastman Avenue Elementary School in Los Angeles, Calif., Heavy-duty trucks can emit drastically higher levels of pollution when not equipped with required emissions controls. highlighting the installation of an air filtration system similar to those that will be funded by the settlements.

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Mayor of London: all new London taxis will need to be zero-emission capable from 2018

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The Mayor confirmed his plan at Transport for London’s (TfL’s) “New Taxis for London” event, at which he met five manufacturers developing zero emission capable taxis—Frazer-Nash, Nissan, Karsan, London Taxi Company and Mercedes-Benz. Last year the Mayor pledged to introduce an Ultra Low Emission Zone in central London by 2020.

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ARC Electric’s EV fleet surpasses 80,000 km milestone | Autocar Professional

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tons of CO2 emissions, underscoring the company’s dedication to fostering a cleaner and greener environment, the company shared. The fleet has serviced a variety of ride types, including pre-booked rides, Employee Transportation Services (ETS), and Event rides. Our success in reducing 14.6

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