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JULY 11, 2011

systems in areas classified “Serious,” “Severe,” or “Extreme” for nonattainment of the ozone national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS). Vapor emissions from refueling, if allowed to escape, can contribute significantly to ground-level ozone, sometimes called smog, as well as to other types of harmful air pollution.

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EPA Gasoline 2013 Ozone 186

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APRIL 2, 2009

The on-road transportation (ORT) and power generation (PG) sectors are major contributors to CO 2 emissions and a host of short-lived radiatively-active air pollutants, including tropospheric ozone and fine aerosol particles, that exert complex influences on global climate. Unger et al. Click to enlarge.

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Climate Emissions Transportation Climate Change 150

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FEBRUARY 11, 2014

The update identifies eight key sectors for ongoing action: Energy; Transportation, fuels, land use and infrastructure; Agriculture; Water; Waste management; Natural lands; Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (such as methane and black carbon); and Green Buildings. Transportation. million zero emission vehicles on its roads by 2025.

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Transportation Emissions California Ozone 273

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2009

The US EPA estimates the normal fleet turnover rate for a line-haul locomotive can take 30 years or more. NO x helps create ground-level ozone, or smog. Both pollutants are particularly harmful to children, the elderly and those who have preexisting health problems. Resources.

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Diesel California Emissions 2007 170