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MAHLE criticizes EC CO2 regulation proposal for abandoning technology neutrality

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Last week, the European Commission adopted a package of proposals to make the EU’s climate, energy, land use, transport and taxation policies fit for reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels (Fit for 55). Earlier post.).

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Uniper to make Wilhelmshaven German hub for green hydrogen; green ammonia import terminal

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It is essential that Germany and Europe remain industrial powerhouses: If we want to achieve this and still hit our ambitious climate protection targets, we need hydrogen to power sectors such as steel production, the chemicals industry or in freight, shipping and air transport. Axel Wietfeld, CEO Uniper Hydrogen.

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Promising results from Mercedes-Benz fleet test of Clariant high-octane cellulosic E20

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The cellulosic ethanol in sunliquid 20 demonstrates greenhouse gas emission savings of up to 95% across the entire value chain (well-to-wheel perspective) without competing with food production or agricultural acreage. The prior experiences from the pilot project are optimistic, as are greenhouse gas emission savings regarding efficiency.

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The European electric vehicle market continues to grow

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The Norwegian government’s climate protection goals and related support policies have played a significant role. The transport sector is one of the most important targets for emission reductions. The transport sector is one of the most important targets for emission reductions.

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U-Mich researcher’s first-principles analysis challenges conventional carbon accounting for biofuels; implications for climate policy

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In a paper that could have a significant impact on climate policies for transportation fuels, Dr. John M. Broadly speaking, two approaches have been used to examine the greenhouse gas (GHG) impacts of biofuels. A hierarchy for reducing CO 2 from transportation. DeCicco 2013. Click to enlarge. —DeCicco 2013.

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