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Average CO2 emissions from new cars in the EU dropped by 3.7% last year

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The European Environment Agency today published provisional data on average CO 2 emissions from new passenger cars sold in the EU in 2010, showing a 3.7% This is the second largest annual decline since the monitoring scheme began in 2000. drop compared to last year. This report shows that cars are getting heavier again.

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UPS plans to build 9 additional LNG stations at cost of ~$50M

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Since vehicles represent approximately 35 percent of UPS’s carbon footprint, a cornerstone of the company’s environmental strategy is to support the development and use of lower-emission alternative fuels. To accomplish this goal the company must continue to innovate and help pave the way toward more sustainable transportation solutions.

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ABB brings TOSA e-bus and flash charging to Davos; first use in Alpine region

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Davos on Monday was reportedly experiencing the heaviest snow for the summit since 1999-2000.). In addition, electric cars transporting attendees around Davos will be able to recharge their batteries at eight newly installed ABB fast-charging stations. Top: TOSA flash charging station in Davos. Bottom: Close-up. Click to enlarge.

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