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Satellite study suggests California clean air regulations working to reduce PM2.5 emissions in state

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km-resolution MISR aerosol properties over Southern California for years 2001–2003, 2007–2009 and 2013–2015. Launched in December 1999 with a planned six-year mission life, MISR was built and is operated by JPL for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate in Washington, DC. Maps of 3-year averaged PM 2.5 Click to enlarge.

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Everything you should know about Smart energy Meter

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Here are some key aspects of interoperability related to smart meters: Standardization Interoperability is often achieved through the use of industry standards. Standardization ensures that different smart meters and systems adhere to common protocols and specifications. are commonly used for smart meter communication.

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Toyota RAV4 EV key for meeting California ZEV requirements; Tesla powertrain uses Model S components

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The RAV4 EV has two charge modes: Standard and Extended. In standard mode, the high voltage battery charges only up to 35 kWh and the vehicle is expected to achieve an EPA-estimated driving range rating of 92 miles. Standard Mode. So, in a standard mode of 92 miles, in an extended miles we might see a label range of 113 miles.

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New study finds GHG emissions from palm oil production significantly underestimated; palm oil biofuels could be more climate-damaging than oil sands fuels

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The research team included members from the National University of Singapore; Stichting Deltares, The Netherlands; International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), Washington, DC; and the University of Leicester, UK. Slightly more than half of the GHG emissions for these biofuels in the EPA’s analysis came from land use change.

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Availability of total electrification option for components used with Allison H 40/50 EP hybrid system

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Allison’s standard H 40/50 EP system typically improves fuel economy up to 25 percent over standard diesel buses. Like IAP I, IAP II utilizes a high voltage distribution module (HVDM) for intelligent control of high voltage electrical power and an HBA (or dual HBAs) for DC to DC conversion of high voltage to 24 DC.

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New Flyer advances second year production of diesel-electric hybrids for SEPTA; IAP II electrification

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Available in standard and articulated bus applications, IAP II includes either a single or dual Hybrid Beltless Alternator (HBA). Like IAP I, IAP II utilizes a high voltage distribution module (HVDM) for intelligent control of high voltage electrical power and an HBA (or dual HBAs) for DC to DC conversion of high voltage to 24VDC.

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News: 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV

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The first Honda hydrogen vehicle–the FCX EV Plus 1997-99 Insight Hatchback Hybrid 1999-2006 Civic Hybrid 2003-* (offered intermittently in various generations of Civics starting with the 7 th generation in 2003; note: An all-new Civic Hybrid will be released in 2025.) DC Fast Charging is not available.

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