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Study of Sustainable Value in Automobile Manufacturing Finds Mixed Performance for Most OEMs, BMW and Toyota as the Clear Leaders

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Ford has also languished in negative territory from 2001 onwards, and only temporarily showed signs of recovery in 2004 and 2005 (although still not managing to create positive Sustainable Value). Economic crisis, energy crisis, climate crisis and recent global developments have affected the automobile industry like few other sectors.

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How To Outfit Your Vehicle for Ridesharing

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This calls for routine interior cleaning , including washing and vacuuming, as well as making sure that all surfaces are clear of clutter and waste. The types of automobiles that can be used on a ridesharing platform are subject to certain criteria set by each individual firm. You’ll thank yourself for the foresight.

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Volkswagen Group to invest more than €9.8 billion in China by 2015; efficient products and production

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Volkswagen had already reduced the fuel consumption of its fleet in China, currently including more than 70 models, by 20% between 2005 and 2010. The seven new plants will set new standards for sustainable automobile production. 88% of the waste and packaging material from the production process is recycled.

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KPMG study identifies 10 sustainability “megaforces” with accelerating impacts on business; imperative of sustainability changing the automotive business radically

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The KPMG study, “Expect the Unexpected: Building Business Value in a Changing World”, explores issues such as climate change, energy and fuel volatility, water availability and cost and resource availability, as well as population growth spawning new urban centers. billion in 2005. billion by 2032.

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Johnson Controls does not believe it is the source of lead pollution in Pudong incident

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The Shanghai Plant started operation in 1998 and was acquired by Johnson Controls through a global acquisition in 2005. Since acquiring this plant in 2005, we have operated the plant to world class standards with ongoing investments in environmental controls, best practices and new technologies.

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New Comprehensive Lifecycle Energy and Emissions Inventory Includes Non-Operational Components; Large Aircraft Can Perform Better than Light Rail

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The onroad systems include three automobiles—(2005 Toyota Camry), SUV (2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer), and pickup (2005 Ford F-150) to represent the range in the US automobile fleet and critical performance—and two urban buses with off-peak and peak passenger loadings.

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National Academies Report Examines Hidden Cost of Energy Production and Use in US; Estimates $120B in 2005

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Health and other non-climate damages by life-cycle component for different combinations of fuels and light-duty automobiles in 2005 (top) and 2030 (bottom). GHG emissions (grams CO 2 -eq)/VMT by life-cycle component for different combinations of fuels and light-duty automobiles in 2005 (top) and 2030 (bottom).

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