EIA: US energy-related CO2 emissions down 2.4% in 2011 while GDP rose
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 14, 2012
The commercial sector fell slightly (0.3%). Factors influencing the decrease included: In 2011, transportation-related carbon dioxide emissions fell primarily due to higher fuel costs, improvements in fuel efficiency, and a reduction in miles traveled. Emissions in 2011 were 526 million metric tons (9%) below the 2005 level.
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