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NOVEMBER 15, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a reduction in the cellulosic biofuel and total renewable fuel standards (RFS) for 2014. This reflects EPA’s current estimate of the amount of cellulosic biofuel that will actually be produced in 2014, but EPA will consider public comments before setting the final cellulosic standard.

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2014 EPA Renewable Standards 255

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

The average rate at which CO 2 is emitted from vehicle tailpipes and other mobile sources has exceeded the rate of CO 2 emissions from electric power plants over seven of the past eight months. CO 2 emissions from the transportation sector increased at an average rate of 1.8% per year over the past four years. Data derived from US EIA.

Transportation 150

Transportation Emissions CO2 2007 150

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MAY 14, 2018

A new study finds that the growth of carbon production from Chinese exports has slowed or reversed, reflecting a “new phase of globalization” between developing countries that could undermine international efforts to reduce emissions. trillion) in 2014. The paper is published in Nature Communications.

Global 170

Global Emissions CO2 2004 170

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JUNE 2, 2017

Total European Union greenhouse gas emissions increased by 0.5% Higher emissions were caused mainly by increasing road transport, both passenger and freight, and slightly colder winter conditions in Europe, compared to 2014, leading to higher demand for heating. GHG emissions by aggregated sector in the EU-28 (kt CO 2 eq.).

2015 150

2015 Emissions Transportation Gas 150

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OCTOBER 25, 2015

Germany’s Bild am Sonntag reported today that Volkswagen AG has suspended Hanno Jelden, Head of the Main Department for Powertrain Electronics, Powertrain Development as a result of the ongoing investigation into the diesel emission software cheating scandal. Earlier post.).

Emissions 150

Emissions 2007 International Exhaust 150

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but still down 0.2 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—worsened to 0.83 The value for August is up 5.2

Fuel Economy 207

Fuel Economy Economy MPG Fuel 207

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NOVEMBER 10, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but down 0.3 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—worsened to 0.82 The value for October is up 5.1

Fuel Economy 186

Fuel Economy Economy MPG Fuel 186

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MAY 4, 2018

A US federal indictment is charging Martin Winterkorn, the former chairman of the management board of Volkswagen AG (VW), with conspiracy and wire fraud in connection with VW’s cheating on US diesel vehicle emissions requirements. The FBI and EPA Criminal Investigation Division are investigating the case.

Diesel 170

Diesel Emissions Charging 2015 170

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MAY 29, 2015

For example: The proposed 2016 standard for cellulosic biofuel—those fuels with the lowest GHG emissions profile—is six times higher than actual 2014 volumes. billion gallons more, or about 9% higher, than the actual 2014 volumes. billion gallons by 2017—17% higher than the actual 2014 volumes.

2014 150

2014 2016 EPA Renewable 150

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AUGUST 28, 2020

The rule builds on progress achieved by the At-Berth Regulation adopted in 2007. That rule has achieved an 80% reduction in harmful emissions from more than 13,000 vessel visits since 2014. An example would be purchasing zero-emission heavy-duty trucks for port use.

Pollution 305

Pollution California Los Angeles Long Beach 305

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JULY 5, 2017

The defect leads to lower fuel economy, non EPA-compliant emissions levels, and costly and frequent vehicle repairs, the complaint charges. According to the lawsuit, RAM owners report that efforts to fix the faulty emissions system significantly affect engine performance and mileage, with miles per gallon dropping as much as 25%.

Fuel Economy 170

Fuel Economy Chrysler Diesel Emissions 170

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JULY 7, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but down 0.4 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—improved to 0.84 The value for June is up 5.0

Fuel Economy 186

Fuel Economy Economy MPG Fuel 186

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AUGUST 5, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.3 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.82 Fuel economy is down 0.4

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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AUGUST 8, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but still down 0.1 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—improved to 0.82 The value for July is up 5.3

Fuel Economy 170

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 170

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APRIL 4, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.2 mpg since October 2007. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.84 Fuel economy is down 0.5 in January 2016, up 0.01

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

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MARCH 6, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but down 0.4 l/100 km) reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual U.S. The value for February is up 5.0 mpg from the peak of 25.5

Fuel Economy 170

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 170

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JULY 3, 2014

The data includes total registration information on Class 3-8 trucks from 2007 through 2013 in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Beginning in 2007, all heavy duty diesel trucks sold had to meet particulate emissions levels of no more than 0.01 Data: IHS Automotive, June 2014 for the Diesel Technology Forum.

District of Columbia 257

District of Columbia Diesel Cleaner Indiana 257

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MARCH 4, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.1 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of our monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.85 Fuel economy is down 0.6

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

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AUGUST 10, 2017

New analysis commissioned by Ceres, a sustainability nonprofit organization working with investors and companies, suggests that national fuel economy and emissions standards can help increase the viability and international competitiveness of domestic automakers and suppliers. Even so, current auto sales and profits remain strong.

Fuel Economy 186

Fuel Economy Economy Standards Emissions 186

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NOVEMBER 10, 2016

mpg since October 2007, the first month of their monitoring. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.81 The value for October 2016 is up by 4.7 in August 2016, down 0.01 in August 2016, down 0.01

Fuel Economy 199

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 199

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NOVEMBER 12, 2013

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). They observed that the results reflects the net effect of two opposing trends: the improved fuel economy of model year 2014 vehicles, and the decreased demand for fuel-efficient vehicles because of the recent reduction in the price of gasoline. l/100km), up 0.2

Fuel Economy 355

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 355

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.2 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of the monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.83 Fuel economy is down 0.5

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

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JULY 6, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.2 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)— an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.85 Fuel economy is down 0.5

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

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DECEMBER 18, 2014

Global CO 2 emissions from fossil fuel use and cement production reached a new all-time high in 2013, according to the annual report “Trends in global CO2 emissions”, released by PBL Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency and the European Joint Research Centre (JRC). In 2013, global CO 2 emissions grew to the new record of 35.3

2013 240

2013 Emissions Global CO2 240

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FEBRUARY 4, 2014

The January 2014 fuel economy figure is up 4.8 mpg from the value in October 2007, the first month of their monitoring. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—reached a record low of 0.79

Fuel Economy 268

Fuel Economy MPG Economy 2007 268

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MAY 4, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.1 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual U.S. Fuel economy is down 0.6 driver—was 0.81

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but still down 0.2 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—improved to 0.81 mpg from the peak of 25.5

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy MPG Fuel 150

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JUNE 6, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but down 0.2 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.85 The value for May is up 5.2

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy MPG 2016 150

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OCTOBER 3, 2014

in September 2014 year-on-year; total light-duty sales increased 9.4%, and sales of cars increased 2.3% Light-duty trucks represented 53% of total light vehicle sales in September 2014, compared to 50% in September 2013. mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). during the month. Average sales-weighted mpg.

Fuel Economy 230

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 230

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JANUARY 5, 2018

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but down 0.5 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.83 l/100 km), unchanged from 2016.

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy 2017 Economy 2016 150

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MAY 4, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but down 0.2 l/100 km) reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.85 The value for April is up 5.2

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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APRIL 3, 2014

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—edged upward to 0.80 Vehicle fuel economy is up 5.3 Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy 268

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 268

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APRIL 7, 2017

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but down 0.3 mpg reached in August 2014. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.84 The value for March is up 5.1

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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JUNE 3, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.3 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.84 Fuel economy is down 0.4

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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NOVEMBER 5, 2015

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 4.9 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.81 Fuel economy is down 0.8

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 150

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FEBRUARY 4, 2016

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but still up 5.0 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.82 Fuel economy is down 0.7

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

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OCTOBER 5, 2015

mpg from the peak reached in August 2014, but up 5.1 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.82 Fuel economy is down 0.6

Fuel Economy 150

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150