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MIT study finds real-world NOx from diesels cars in Europe greatly exceeds laboratory levels; transboundary emissions cause 70% of health impacts

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A new study by MIT researchers, published this month in Atmospheric Environment , finds that in Europe, 10 major auto manufacturers produced diesel cars, sold between 2000 and 2015, that generate up to 16 times more NO x emissions on the road than in regulatory tests—a level that exceeds European limits but does not violate any EU laws.

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Wärtsilä and partners developing emissions-free barge concept

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The technology group Wärtsilä has joined a consortium of key partners to form Zero Emission Services B.V. Within the Netherlands transport sector, inland navigation accounts for 5% of carbon dioxide emissions. With the help of a 2000 kWh Repack container, an inland vessel can sail for two to four hours.

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Latest GHG Inventory shows California remains below 2020 emissions target; much steeper rate of GHG reductions required

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California’s latest greenhouse gas data shows that while the state continues to stay below its 2020 target for emissions, there is much more work to do to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. California statewide GHG emissions dropped below the 2020 GHG Limit in 2016 and have remained below the 2020 GHG Limit since then.

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mtu Hybrid PowerPack from Rolls-Royce enters passenger rail service

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Rolls-Royce, Porterbrook and Chiltern Railways have put a hybrid diesel-battery-electric train that reduces CO 2 emissions by up to 25% into passenger service in the UK. The mtu Hybrid PowerPack combines the advantages of battery and diesel-powered trains. The driver does not have to intervene.

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Three sustainable marine fuels showcased at Miami International Boat Show

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Sustainable marine fuels minimize CO 2 emissions from recreational boating while maintaining boats’ range and performance. The recreational boating industry continues to pursue innovative solutions to reducing CO 2 emissions, including supporting research and introduction of sustainable marine fuels into the marketplace.

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California 2017 GHG inventory shows 1.2% total drop from 2016; transportation sector emissions up 1%

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The California Air Resources Board’s latest state inventory of greenhouse gas emissions shows that California’s GHG emissions continue to decrease. Trends in California GHG Emissions. Changes in emissions by Scoping Plan sector between 2000 and 2017. Overview of GHG Emissions from the Transportation Sector.

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HC and PM emissions from common rail diesel running n-butanol blends

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Korea) have investigated the effect of diesel fuel blends with n-butanol (5%, 10%, and 20% by volume) on the individual hydrocarbons and particulate matter (PM) of a turbocharged common rail direct injection diesel engine and compared the results with those from using neat diesel fuel. 2015.03.084.

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