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The Colorado State University forecast team predicts an above-average 2010 Atlantic basin hurricane season based on the premise that El Niño conditions will dissipate by this summer and that anomalously warm tropical Atlantic sea surface temperatures will persist. Phil Klotzbach, lead forecaster on the CSU Hurricane Forecast Team.

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under a baseline forecast scenario, with annual unit sales of 109 locomotives by 2020. Pike Research’s aggressive forecast scenario anticipates that the market could achieve a CAGR of 25.4% Several Green Goats are still being used for light duty service, Pike notes, but the vehicles have not been available since 2007.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Replacement of up to 90% (270 Mt) of the total global consumption of plastics in 2007 with bio-based plastics is ultimately technically possible, according to new study by authors at Utrecht University, commissioned by the associations European Bioplastics and the European Polysaccharide Network of Excellence (EPNOE). Forecast to 2020.

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In a new report , Navigant Research forecasts that US military spending on alternative drive vehicles (ADVs—including hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs), and ethanol-powered vehicles—for the non-tactical fleet will increase from more than $435 million in 2013 to $926 million by 2020, a CAGR of 11.4%.

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Short-term oil demand is still growing strong and will continue to do so through the end of 2020 despite the market’s increasing focus on electric vehicles and the forecasted future plateau in oil demand, according to new analysis from IHS Markit, a global business information provider. Source: IHS Markit 2018.

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As it stands, the forecast models of demand are likely predicting peak demand far later than it will be. The forecasts of growth in global demand rely upon increased use by developing countries, most importantly China and India. to several relevant demand forecasts of the EIA, all data coming from the EIA itself.

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US gasoline demand this summer is expected to be the lowest in 11 years, while the average summer fuel price is forecast to be at a record level, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). US gasoline consumption is forecast to average almost 8.8 less than 2007’s record summer gasoline demand of 9.4

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The study expands on findings published in 2007 in the journal Science that the American Southwest is becoming more arid as temperatures rise and rainfall patterns shift. It may not sound like a phenomenally large amount except the water and the river is already over-allocated. —Richard Seager, lead author. Earlier post.).

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Kearney forecasts 13.2 Since 2007, total new and used pent-up demand has accumulated to 32 million units, of which more than nine million will materialize in the new vehicle market over the next five to seven years. Behind the forecast, four key macroeconomic factors were measured. A newly released study by A.T.

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Euro 3 for motorcycles and mopeds (widely available since 2007). Among other improvements, the expansion is forecast to make further progress to reduce air pollution, by reducing NO x emissions from cars and vans in outer London by 10% and 7% respectively, and reducing PM 2.5 Vehicles that do not meet the standards must pay a £12.50

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The open-access study, published in Global Change Biology Bioenergy , offers a first look at how energy sorghum compares to maize and miscanthus grown in the Midwest, providing data for biogeochemical and ecological models used to forecast crop growth, productivity, and sustainability. Moore, C.E., von Haden, A.C., Burnham, M.B., Gibson, C.D.,

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Source: Colorado River Basin Forecast Center , NOAA. In the Lower Basin the reductions represent the first “shortage” declaration—demonstrating the severity of the drought and low reservoir conditions, the Bureau said. Map of Colorado Basin reservoir conditions, showing percent average contents, 16 Aug 2021. Lake Powell water elevation.

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MARCH 6, 2018

Over the next three years, gains from the United States alone will cover 80% of the world’s demand growth, with Canada, Brazil and Norway—all IEA members—able to cover the rest, according to Oil 2018 , the IEA’s five-year market analysis and forecast. Global oil production capacity is forecast to grow by 6.4 mb/d in 2017.

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Polk light vehicle forecast through 2016. At the same time, Polk analysts forecast North American production volumes to increase to the 15.9 However, our baseline forecast hinges on Washington’s ability to draft a budget plan that will avoid $600 billion in spending cuts and tax increases. Data: Polk. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

US corn and soybean supply prospects are increasing, according to the September USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates WASDE forecast. The US forecast yield is record large and expected production is only slightly smaller than the record crop of 2007. The larger forecast reflects a US yield forecast of 161.9

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MARCH 2, 2012

According to estimates, oil companies will save $100mn with current production levels and as much as $1.3bn if output of that grade increases according to Energy Ministry forecasts. 2007, Heavy oil and natural bitumen resources in geological basins of the world: US Geological Survey Open-File Report 2007-1084. Meyer, R.F.,

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in 2007, dropped to a low of 56.9% BGY in 2018, according to a forecast by Lux Research. Among Lux’s forecasts: Next-generation biodiesel will lead capacity in 2018 for novel fuels making up 56% (2.7 The global biofuels industry averaged 68% in utilization rate from 2005 to 2014, reached a high of 80.9% CAGR through 2018.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2013

However, although cellulosic biofuels volumes are expected to grow significantly relative to current levels, they will likely remain well below the targets envisioned in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). Nor, despite the growth potential over the next several years, has the path to commercial biofuels been smooth.

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JULY 22, 2011

Global sales of automobiles, particularly in China and across Asia, are forecasted to grow steadily over the next several years, increasing demand for Corning’s advanced substrates. Corning first expanded the facility in 2007 and last year announced a $125-million second expansion of the facility.

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million units in 2007; the subsequent financial crisis brought production down to about 7.23 Toyota forecasts that its sales in Japan will increase 33% to 2,370,000 units, while overseas sales will rise 20% to 7,390,000 units. The company is planning a 28% increase in production of Toyota vehicles alone to 8,870,000 units.

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Think of IEEE Spectrum ’s annual technology forecast as prognostication filtered through a skeptical lens and years of ongoing coverage of technological advances from lab to market. Back in 2007, we predicted that the flying-car startup Terrafugia would fail. Take flying cars.

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Each resource has individual objectives for measuring success: The objectives of the solar forecasting project are to: Develop solar forecasting products for hour-ahead solar forecasting. Demonstrate the application of this solar forecasting at Sempra Generation’s 48 MW Photovoltaic (PV) Plant. Weisenmiller.

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Worldwide, biodiesel production grew at an average annual rate of 17% from 2007 through 2012, although the rate of growth slowed considerably. Biofuels investment within the Group of Twenty (G-20) nations has declined every year from 2007 through 2012. Biofuel demand is strongly driven by blending mandates and supported by subsidies.

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The first phase of the project will examine the potential benefits of electric commercial vehicles in Cologne, then forecast how they could impact on Germany’s plans to deploy 1 million zero emission vehicles by 2020. The Smith Edison is a pure electric version of the Ford Transit van, powered by lithium-ion batteries.

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Over the period 2012 to 2015, the use of AHSS has increased by around 10% each year—well above steel industry forecasts. This 2007 study calculated GHG emissions and energy over the entire life cycle of a vehicle. kg) to 275 pounds (124 kg)—a threefold increase in 10 years.

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JUNE 11, 2009

The project has an initial forecasted capital cost of US$26 billion. In November 2007, TransCanada Alaska and Foothills jointly submitted an application under the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act (AGIA) to build a 4.5 TransCanada Corporation and ExxonMobil have reached an agreement to work together on an Alaska gas pipeline. Project map.

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million bbl/d in 2011, similar to the forecast of last month. Non-OPEC supply is projected to increase by 600,000 bbl/d in 2010, about 50,000 bbl/d more than last month's Outlook, because of a revised forecast for production in North America. EIA forecasts that regular-grade motor gasoline retail prices will average $2.92

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During the so-called Holocene Climate Optimum, from approximately 8000 to 5000 years ago, when the temperatures were somewhat warmer than today, there was significantly less sea ice in the Arctic Ocean, probably less than 50% of the summer 2007 coverage, which was absolutely lowest on record. —Svend Funder, team leader.

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APRIL 3, 2009

The updated forecast is the result of a new analysis of computer models coupled with the most recent summer ice measurements. That data was then combined with observations of summer sea ice loss in 2007 and 2008. million square kilometers in 2007 and 4.7 million square kilometers (about 2.8 million square kilometers (about 2.8

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The government of British Columbia recently unveiled its Climate Leadership Plan , targeting the reduction of net annual greenhouse gas emissions by up to 25 million tonnes below current forecasts by 2050 and the creation of up to 66,000 jobs over the next ten years. BC’s target is to reduce 2050 emissions 80% below 2007 levels.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2011

in 2007 (ranking 18 th in the industry) to 3.0% Based on these forecasts and the production capacity increases being made by its major competitors, Kia predicted that its market share in China would drop from the current 3.5% Kia’s China market share has grown from 2.0% in 2010 (13 th ). million units—a 14.2%

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MARCH 1, 2009

This week’s forecasts for projected runoff suggest tough times ahead. Although the Bureau of Reclamation forecast does not include runoff from storms since 1 February, that runoff is not expected to significantly alter its forecast, which the BOM has projected with a 90% confidence rate. “ Barnett, T.

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

Central Pacific Ocean surface temperatures have now exceeded temperatures observed during 2002-2003 and 2006-2007 events, and are approaching temperatures observed during the 1997-1998 season. European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF), Japan. buoys monitored in real time by NOAA’s Tropical Atmospheric Ocean.

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million barrels per day in 2007 to 5.5 quadrillion Btu in 2007, grows from 98.2 energy consumption in 2035 is 13%, compared with 22% in 2010 and 29% in 2007. million barrels per day in 2010. Over the next 10 years, continued development of tight oil (e.g., million barrels per day in 2020, a level not seen since 1994.

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JULY 25, 2009

The joint technical and commercial feasibility study that the two companies have been conducting over the last 18 months concluded that the project was not viable at a time of global economic recession and dampening forecasts for petroleum product demand in North America. Iain Conn, chief executive of BP’s refining and marketing business.

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MAY 14, 2020

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts that US energy-related carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions will decline by 11% in 2020. In EIA’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook , US energy-related CO 2 emissions are forecast to fall more than the 5% decline in gross domestic product (GDP) in 2020. Source: U.S. Source: U.S.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2011

During the latest financial reporting season, virtually every automaker increased their full-year 2011 global sales forecast and boosted their production schedule for the opening months of 2011. million set in 2007. Vehicle production in Germany will likely climb to 6.3 million units in 2011, overtaking the previous record of 6.2

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