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New report finds global CO2 vehicle emission reduction measures falter; dropping diesels, increasing SUVs

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MARCH 21, 2019

Vehicle fuel economy improvements have slowed globally, according to the latest report from the Global Fuel Economy Initiative (GFEI): Fuel Economy In Major Car Markets: Technology And Policy Drivers 2005-2017. Dieselization rate and average fuel consumption trends in selected countries, 2014-17. Source: GFEI. Source: GFEI.

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Global Fuel Economy Diesel SUV

EIA: US energy-related CO2 emissions down 1.7% in 2016; carbon intensity of economy down 3.1%; transportation emissions up

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

decline in energy-related CO2, according to the latest report from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Emissions have declined in 6 out of the past 10 years, and energy‐related CO 2 emissions in 2016 were 823 MMmt (14%) below 2005 levels, according to the EIA. Transportation increase led by gasoline consumption.

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2016 CO2 Emissions Transportation

Viridos executes agreement with ExxonMobil to help scale algae biofuels toward commercial levels

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NOVEMBER 22, 2021

In 2009, EMRE launched what it calls a “significant” new program to research and develop advanced biofuels from photosynthetic algae that are compatible with today’s gasoline and diesel fuels. As part of the program, ExxonMobil formed a strategic research and development alliance with Synthetic Genomics. Earlier post.).

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Commercial Oil Climate Change 2005

EIA: US energy-related CO2 dropped 2.7% in 2015; of end-use sectors, only transportation increased

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MARCH 27, 2017

Energy-related CO 2 emissions in 2015 were about 12% below 2005 levels. According to the EIA, the 2015 increase in energy-related carbon dioxide emissions from the transportation sector was led by gasoline. Transportation-related CO2 emissions increased by 38 million metric tons (MMmt) (2.1%) in 2015. from 2014 levels.

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2015 Transportation CO2 Energy

EEA: almost all Euro car makers met specific 2017 CO2 targets on new sales, but emissions up year-on-year

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APRIL 9, 2019

Other key findings of the report: For the first year since 2009, gasoline cars constituted the majority of new registrations in 2017 (almost 53%). New diesel cars, which were on average around 300 kilograms (kg) heavier than new gasoline cars, emitted on average 117.9 g CO 2 /km less than the average gasoline car.

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2017 Emissions CO2 2016

EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. The majority of the emissions and fuel savings from current vehicles, EPA noted, is due to new gasoline vehicle technologies. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA

EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

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MARCH 15, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual report summarizing key trends in carbon dioxide emissions, fuel economy, and CO 2 - and fuel economy-related technology for gasoline- and diesel-fueled personal vehicles sold in the United States, from model years (MY) 1975 through 2012. Source: EPA. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy

Ford researchers: global light-duty CO2 regulatory targets broadly consistent with 450 ppm stabilization

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MAY 15, 2014

The Ford team updated the SMP model with historical data for 2000, 2005, and 2010, and extended the model to calculate the total CO 2 emissions (tonnes) and the TTW (tank-to-wheel) emission rate (g CO 2 /km) for the new vehicle fleet. Biofuel plays a large role in North America, enabling the relaxation of the near-term (2015?2025)

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Light Global CO2 Ford

U Toronto team assess the climate trade-off between reduced CO2 and increased Black Carbon from GDI engines

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JULY 14, 2016

The upside of gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines is widely seen as being improved fuel economy coupled with an increase in specific power (especially with turbocharging), enabling significant downsizing. The authors also explored the trade-offs between the fuel penalty of using a gasoline particulate filter and BC reduction efficiency.

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Climate Engine Carbon Fuel Economy

EPA annual US GHG inventory shows 1.6% drop in 2011 from previous year; transportation CO2 down 1.1%

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APRIL 16, 2013

drop below 2005 levels. Nearly 65% of the emissions resulted from gasoline consumption for personal vehicle use. The remaining emissions came from other transportation activities, including the combustion of diesel fuel in heavy-duty vehicles and jet fuel in aircraft. GHG emissions in 2011 showed a 6.9%

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2011 EPA Transportation Climate Change

Berkeley Lab study forecasts China energy use will peak within 20 years; 356 million private cars by 2050

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MAY 2, 2011

In the years since 2005, we have established and significantly enhanced the LBNL China End-Use Energy Model based on the level of diffusion of end use technologies and other drivers of energy demand. It is reduced by 900 Mtce to 4600 Mtce in AIS in 2050, a cumulative energy reduction of 26 billion tonnes of coal equivalent from 2005 to 2050.

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China Energy 2005 Cars

2011 edition of EPA Fuel Economy Trends report shows several advanced powertrain technologies making significant gains

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MARCH 11, 2012

In terms of market share, gasoline direct injection doubled in MY 2010 (from 4.2% In terms of market share, gasoline direct injection doubled in MY 2010 (from 4.2% Conventional gasoline vehicles continue to account for more than 95% of all light-duty vehicles. Light-duty diesel are seen dropping share slightly to 0.6%

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Fuel Economy 2011 Economy EPA

EIA Energy Outlook 2011 more than doubles estimates of US shale gas resources; higher production at lower prices

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

Assuming no changes in policy related to greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide emissions grow slowly, but do not again reach 2005 levels until 2027. After falling 3% in 2008 and nearly 7% in 2009, largely driven by the economic downturn, energy-related CO 2 emissions do not return to 2005 levels (5,980 million metric tons) until 2027.

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Gas 2011 Price Energy

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

They use cheap, clean, and domestic electricity for short trips and daily commutes, displacing or eliminating oil consumption and CO2 pollution. However they also retain the ability to travel long distances when utilizing the existing gas or diesel refueling infrastructure. What types of hybrids are there?

PHEV

PHEV Prius Gasoline-Electric Plug-in

Nissan Updates on Nissan Green Program 2010; New Vehicle CO2 Needs to Be Reduced 90% by 2050

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JUNE 22, 2009

Nissan also announced the introduction of an automatic transmission (AT) model with a clean-diesel engine in the Japanese market, planned for spring 2010. During FY2007 and FY2008, per-unit CO2 emission from all the Nissan plants was globally reduced by 10% (compared to 2005 level). Nissan Motor Co., The reduction target was 7%.

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Nissan 2010 CO2 Green

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Company says its focusing on gasoline and hydrogen. Blue Concept PHEV Van with diesel or hydrogen fuel cells and rooftop photovoltaic. Beginning in 2005, we excerpted individual statements of intentions by carmakers, but by the start of 2008, the number of comments became too numerous for us to track. No announced plans.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid Lithium Ion

Cleantech Blog: Smart Grids and Electric Vehicles

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Annual use of an EV should be less than the average cost of $8,000 per year for using a gasoline in many countries including the USA. Project Better Place plans to deploy a massive network of battery charging spots. A free car on a four-year plan in France is another idea mentioned by Shai Agassi, CEO of Project Better Place. Email Neal.

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New report finds global CO2 vehicle emission reduction measures falter; dropping diesels, increasing SUVs

EIA: US energy-related CO2 emissions down 1.7% in 2016; carbon intensity of economy down 3.1%; transportation emissions up

Viridos executes agreement with ExxonMobil to help scale algae biofuels toward commercial levels

EIA: US energy-related CO2 dropped 2.7% in 2015; of end-use sectors, only transportation increased

EEA: almost all Euro car makers met specific 2017 CO2 targets on new sales, but emissions up year-on-year

EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

Ford researchers: global light-duty CO2 regulatory targets broadly consistent with 450 ppm stabilization

U Toronto team assess the climate trade-off between reduced CO2 and increased Black Carbon from GDI engines

EPA annual US GHG inventory shows 1.6% drop in 2011 from previous year; transportation CO2 down 1.1%

Berkeley Lab study forecasts China energy use will peak within 20 years; 356 million private cars by 2050

2011 edition of EPA Fuel Economy Trends report shows several advanced powertrain technologies making significant gains

EIA Energy Outlook 2011 more than doubles estimates of US shale gas resources; higher production at lower prices

Main Page - EAA-PHEV

Nissan Updates on Nissan Green Program 2010; New Vehicle CO2 Needs to Be Reduced 90% by 2050

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Cleantech Blog: Smart Grids and Electric Vehicles

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