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New study confirms extensive gas leaks in the North Sea; recommends stricter guidelines for handling of abandoned wells

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In the North Sea, about half of the boreholes are at such shallow water depths that part of the emitted methane can escape into the atmosphere. Methane is the second most important greenhouse gas after carbon dioxide.

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India Energy Storage Alliance makes case for comprehensive safety guidelines for EV batteries – ET Auto

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Industry body India Energy Storage Alliance ( IESA ) on Friday stressed on the need for comprehensive safety guidelines for electric vehicle batteries manufacturing and usage. Reflecting on the challenges faced globally, he underscored the need for comprehensive safety guidelines and heightened awareness.

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US DOT releases voluntary guidelines to minimize in-vehicle distractions

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The US Department of Transportation has released distraction guidelines that encourage automobile manufacturers to limit the distraction risk connected to electronic devices built into their vehicles, such as communications, entertainment and navigation devices. NHTSA’s Phase I distraction guidelines for automakers.

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EEA report finds most Europeans in cities still exposed to levels of air pollution exceeding WHO guidelines

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The European Environment Agency’s (EEA’s) “ Air quality in Europe — 2019 report ” shows that almost all Europeans living in cities are still exposed to air pollution levels that exceed the health-based air quality guidelines (AQGs) set by the World Health Organization (WHO).

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Honda revises and expands Green Purchasing Guidelines; broader scope applied to all suppliers worldwide

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revised the Honda Green Purchasing Guidelines which were formulated in 2001 to guide its environmental conservation activities in the area of purchasing. Reflecting the globalization of Honda’s purchasing practices, Honda Green Purchasing Guidelines were revised in order to apply to all parts and materials suppliers around the world.

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ClassNK issues AiP for cargo containment system for Kawasaki large liquefied hydrogen carrier; highest carrying capacity

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Kawasaki developed the CCS as part of a project with financial support from NEDO. Designed to effectively utilize BOG as fuel to power the ship, thus contributing to reduced CO 2 emissions from liquefied hydrogen transport operations.

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Study: 87% of world’s population in 2013 lived in areas exceeding WHO PM2.5 guidelines

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In 2013, 87% of the world’s population lived in areas exceeding the World Health Organization (WHO) Air Quality Guideline of 10 μg/m 3 PM 2.5 from 1990–2013 with increases in most countries—except for modest decreases in North America, parts of Europe, and several countries in Southeast Asia. Estimated 2013 annual average PM 2.5

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