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New phase of globalization could undermine efforts to reduce CO2 emissions

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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. The paper is published in Nature Communications. trillion) in 2014.

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Ford to expand 3-Wet Paint capacity by 50% globally in 2013

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Ford was the first automaker to implement the 3-Wet high-solids solvent-borne technology in 2007; it now has eight plants in North America, Asia Pacific and Europe equipped to use the process to paint vehicles. The actions will reduce CO 2 emissions by an estimated 15-25% at those facilities. and Louisville Assembly Plant, Louisville, Ky.

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Nissan Releases Sketch of Coming Global Compact Car; Qualifies as Eco Car for Thai Investment Incentives

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Ltd revealed the sketch of its upcoming global compact car. This model will be first launched in Thailand in March 2010 and will be available in more than 150 countries. . The new global compact. At the same time, Nissan Motor (Thailand) Co., Nissan Motor Co., Click to enlarge.

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Global biofuels production up 17% in 2010 to hit all-time high of 105 billion liters

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Global production of biofuels increased 17% in 2010 to reach an all-time high of 105 billion liters (28 billion gallons US), up from 90 billion liters (24 billion gallons US) in 2009. of all global fuel for road transportation—an increase from 2% in 2009, according to the report. World ethanol and biodiesel production, 1975-2010.

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UC Riverside and Thai Institute collaborating on thermochemical process for drop-in fuels from biomass

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The memorandum of understanding between UC Riverside and the institute in Thailand, which is effective for three years, will allow for: exchange of researchers to execute the research; exchange of information and publications on the research; advice on related technology; implementation of cooperative research; and joint publication of research.

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Cumulative worldwide sales of Honda hybrids passes 1 million units

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Toyota hit the 1-million mark for cumulative global hybrid sales at the end of May 2007 ( earlier post ), and has since rocketed past 4 million cumulative units. 15 mode with a 5-speed MT vehicle—at the time the world’s highest fuel economy among all mass-production gasoline-powered vehicles. Earlier post.) Cumulative worldwide.

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Nissan reveals global compact car

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Here’s your chance to catch the first glimpse of Nissan’s upcoming global compact car (view the sketch here ) which will be launched in Thailand in March 2010 before being made available in more than 150 countries. 94 and Reg.

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