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Satellite data reveal major loss in volume of Arctic sea-ice since 2003

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autumn and 9% in the winter between 2003 and 2012, an. The researchers used new data from the European Space Agency’s CryoSat-2 satellite spanning 2010 to 2012, and data from NASA’s ICESat satellite from 2003 to 2008 to estimate the volume of sea ice in the Arctic. They found that from 2003 to 2008, autumn volumes of ice averaged.

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The First Electric Minis You Saw But Probably Didn’t Know Were Electric

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A recent article over at The Drive tells of a cleantech effort that many of us saw the results of: the 2003 remake of The Italian Job. Almost as famous as the star-studded cast were the show’s automotive stars: a trio of Mini Coopers. After reading the piece at The Drive, I decided to dig […].

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Unifrax introduces Battery Advisory Board to support SiFAB silicon fiber anode battery technology

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He served as Chief Engineer for Ford’s hybrid technologies during 2003 and was also Chief Engineer for the Ford Escape Hybrid from 1998 to 2003. He has authored more than 850 journal articles. Patil spent 27 years of his professional career at Ford Motor Company in various engineering and management positions.

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Japanese officials raid a Toyota group plant after the company admitted cheating on engine testing – ET Auto

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In 2022, Hino Motors , a truck maker that’s also part of the Toyota group, said it had systematically falsified emissions data dating back as far as 2003. The urgent warning Monday covers certain Corolla compact cars and Matrix hatchbacks from the 2003 and 2004 model years, as well as the RAV4 small SUV from 2004 and 2005.

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Study finds 80% reduction in atmospheric CO as a result of gasoline car emissions policies

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The decline is strongest (approximately 50 ppb per year) in the 1997–2003 period but continues post 2003. Nisbet (2016) “Marked long-term decline in ambient CO mixing ratio in SE England, 1997–2014: evidence of policy success in improving air quality” Scientific Reports 6, Article number: 25661 doi: 10.1038/srep25661.

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Asian EV Manufacturers You Should Know

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Some Are Coming to the USA; Some Are Here This article may contain affiliate links. 100 7587 0 7587 0 0 6933 0 --:--:-- 0:00:01 --:--:-- 6935The company was formed in 2003 and has seen a steady growth since then—selling a variety of different models, including hybrids and all-electric cars. Asia’s EV market is growing rapidly.

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Gujarat is ready to be semiconductor hub of country: CM Bhupendra Patel at Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 – ET Auto

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Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2003, the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit has evolved into a flagship event and is now celebrating its 10th edition. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Patel emphasised the increasing role of technology in India, particularly in the semiconductor and electronic sectors.

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