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New survey finds myths and misinformation about EVs are deeply embedded – Charged EVs

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Of the myths tested, the one with the most widespread buy-in was: “Mass adoption of EVs swaps one problem (pollution from oil and gas) with another (lithium and cobalt mining, dead batteries).” See a recent article in The Conversation , which includes links to numerous scientific studies.)

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EPA proposes tightening primary ozone standards to range of 65-70 ppb; final rule by October 2015

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EPA scientists examined numerous scientific studies in its most recent review of the ozone standards, including more than 1,000 new studies published since the last update. EPA last updated these standards in 2008, setting them at 75 ppb. Nationally, 1 in 10 children has been diagnosed with asthma.

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DOE to award up to $2.5M to deploy fuel-cell-powered baggage tow tractors at commercial airports

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This funding is intended to help industry bring advanced fuel cell technologies into emerging markets and provide airlines and airports with new choices for ground support operations that cut energy costs, air pollution, and petroleum use. DOE is encouraging applicants for this FOA to leverage other federal programs and incentives.). (DOE

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MIT study suggests carbon tax could help reduce US deficit, lower other taxes, reduce emissions

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This revenue could be used to either cut other taxes or to avoid cuts in Federal programs. The first win—Congress could reduce personal or corporate income tax rates, extend the payroll tax cut, maintain spending on social programs, or some combination of these options. —Rausch and Reilly (2012). —John Reilly.

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