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GHG Emissions From European Businesses Participating in Emissions Trading System Fell 3% in 2008

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2008 emissions (excluding those of Bulgaria, Liechtenstein and Norway where 2007 data is incomplete or unavailable) were 3.06% lower than the 2007 level. those participating in the system—was 11,359 in 2008, which is 213 fewer than in 2007. Emissions were reduced despite GDP growth in the EU-27 of 0.8%

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EEA TERM Report Finds Efficiency Gains of Clean Vehicle Technology Being Offset By Ongoing Increases in Travel

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The report’s findings for the period 1997–2007 present a mixed picture, with some improvements in air pollutants and serious concerns regarding persistent growth in transport’s greenhouse gas emissions. Air travel within the EU remained the fastest growth area, increasing 48% between 1997 and 2007. Resources.