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SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Worldwide energy consumption will grow by 53% between 2008 and 2035 with much of the increase driven by strong economic growth in the developing nations, especially China and India, according to the reference case in the newly released International Energy Outlook 2011 (IEO2011) from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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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.

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This larger resource leads to about double the shale gas production and more than 20% higher total lower-48 natural gas production in 2035, with lower natural gas prices, than was projected in the AEO2010 Reference case. The fuel economy standards are increased through model year 2020 to meet the statutory requirements of EISA2007.

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DECEMBER 4, 2009

Greenhouse gas emissions in the US economy, 2008. Total US greenhouse gas emissions in 2008 were 2.2% below the 2007 total, according to the just-released report by the US Energy Information Administration, Emissions of Greenhouse Gases in the United States 2008. MMTCO 2 e in 2008—was largely the result of a 177.8-MMTCO

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JULY 31, 2009

Improvements result from an optimistic scenario achieving doubling of new vehicle fuel economy in 2035 from today’s value. However, maintaining current rates of domestic petroleum production (about 5.1 million barrels per day in 2008) will be challenging. Source: America’s Energy Future, Fig. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

emissions from fossil fuel use and cement production per region. correction for the leap year 2008), global emissions have. emissions from fossil fuel use and cement production per sector (1970 = 100). emissions from fossil fuel use and cement production per country (left), per capita (center), and per unit of GDP (right).

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

The decrease in emissions follow the decrease in the global economy. While emissions from oil and gas have decreased, emissions from coal have remained stable; the share of coal as a fuel has increased. This is not unexpected ”, said Gunnar Myhre, senior research fellow at CICERO and one of the scientists behind the article.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2010

below the record 2008 figures. The global financial crisis severely affected western economies, leading to large reductions in CO 2 emissions. lower in 2009 than in 2008. However, emerging economies had a strong economic performance despite the financial crisis, and recorded substantial increases in CO 2 emissions (e.g.

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Ford says that the new Transit, which begins production in Kansas City in 2013, will achieve at least 25% better fuel economy than current E-Series vans. Ford has gained major market share in key commercial vehicle segments as the economy rebounds from the industry lows of 2009. in 2008 to 53.7% EcoBoost V6. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 18, 2011

Among the factors that influenced the rise in emissions was an increase in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of 3.0%. In addition, the energy intensity of the US economy, measured as energy consumed per dollar of GDP (Energy/GDP), increased by 0.7% Since 1990, US carbon dioxide emissions have grown at an average annual rate of 0.6%.

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MARCH 31, 2011

from the 2008 level, according to Emissions of Greenhouse Gases in the United States 2009 , a report released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). per year from 1990 to 2008. Among the factors that influenced the emissions decrease was a decline in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of 2.6%. Click to enlarge.

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CO 2 per capita emissions from fossil fuel use and cement production from the top 5 emitting regions. tonnes per capita, despite a decline due to the recession in 2008-2009, high oil prices and an increased share of natural gas. Coal consumption in China increased by 9.7% Click to enlarge. tonnes per capita.

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overall from 2008 to 2035. CO 2 emissions from the transportation sector are projected to remain at 33% of the total in 2035, but increase from 1,925 million metric tons in 2008 to 2,115 in 2035. US reliance on imported liquid fuels is reduced by increased domestic production and greater fuel efficiency. per year, or 8.7%

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FEBRUARY 14, 2011

Shell has published an update to its 2008 Shell Energy Scenarios to 2050. Improvements in policy-making and strong gains in productivity have helped economies to grow without inflation in the last two decades. Future generations may see 2008 as the turning point. Source: Shell. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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DECEMBER 7, 2011

The current vehicle footprint-based Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards create a financial incentive for automakers to increase vehicle size, except under certain limited conditions of consumer preference for vehicle size, according to a study by University of Michigan researchers Kate Whitefoot and Steven Skerlos. 10 11 –5.17×10

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AUGUST 22, 2017

With uncertainty at the federal level, California must maintain its success and leadership in equitably growing the clean energy economy. The California Green Innovation Index has tracked key economic and environmental indicators at the regional, state, national and international level since 2008. Transportation.

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JULY 5, 2011

The reports estimates that incremental green investment of about 3% of world gross product (WGP) (about $1.9 trillion in 2010) would be required to overcome poverty; increase food production to eradicate hunger without degrading land and water resources; and avert the climate change catastrophe.

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JANUARY 31, 2009

Bioliq is a three-stage process, envisioning the use of distributed fast pyrolysis (FP) plants in combination with a large centralized gasification and fuel production facility. Because of the complex technology to be applied, BTL plants for biosynfuel production can only be economic in large facilities, the researchers say.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2009

These synthetic fuels are economically competitive with petro-diesel when the crude oil price (COP) is at or above $86 per barrel (based on a 20% rate of return, in January 2008 dollars, with a carbon price of zero). The study used one feedstock of each type—bituminous coal and switchgrass—to evaluate the CTL/CBTL/BTL processes.

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MAY 27, 2009

Their company, Farmers’ Ethanol , plans to combine energy and food production within the same facility and by doing so create a business that can survive the wild fluctuations in commodity prices that plague today’s corn ethanol business. As in a traditional ethanol plant, corn will be used as a feedstock to make the ethanol. Earlier post.).

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MARCH 6, 2010

coal-fired power plants) would either be required by the emissions cap. reforestation); Limiting deforestation by purchasing forested property and preserving the forests with legal and enforcement mechanisms; Setting aside croplands from agricultural production to rebuild carbon in the soil and vegetation; and. Transaction Costs.

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MAY 27, 2009

With strong economic growth and continued heavy reliance on fossil fuels expected for most of the non-OECD economies, much of the increase in carbon dioxide emissions is projected to occur among the developing, non-OECD nations. World oil prices have fallen sharply from their July 2008 high mark. million barrels per day.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2010

Overview of the bluegas catalytic coal methanation process. By adding a catalyst to the coal gasification system, GreatPoint Energy is able to reduce the operating temperature in the gasifier, while directly promoting the reactions that yield methane, (CH 4 ). Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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JULY 22, 2009

ACORE is an organization of member companies and institutions that are dedicated to moving renewable energy into the mainstream of America’s economy. We reached peak oil consumption in the US in 2008 and the same is true in the EU and Japan. ” Billion in 2008). Dr. Paul still sees significant growth in the developing world.

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APRIL 21, 2009

This is a major step froward in EV mass production. is a Green Options Media Production. is a Green Options Media Production. is a Green Options Media Production. is a Green Options Media Production. is a Green Options Media Production. Update: The plug depicted above is not the agreed upon standard.

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APRIL 21, 2009

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MARCH 22, 2010

According to a report by the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the margin of error in measuring emissions by DOEs can be as high as: 10% for the cement and fertilizer industries; 60% for the oil, gas, and coal industries; and. How Credit Derivatives Brought the US Economy to the Brink of a Second Great Depression , by Brian J.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2009

as compared to 1990 emissions, to be achieved between 2008 and 2012. April, 2008 : In an article entitled Dangerous Assumptions ( earlier post ), Roger Pielke, Jr., July, 2008 : The Australian government published the Garnaut Report, a comprehensive study of the effects of climate change on the country’s economy ( earlier post ).

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JANUARY 23, 2011

In 2008, a report by UNEP called for the elimination of fossil-fuel subsidies, concluding that such subsidies often lead to increased levels of consumption and waste; place a heavy burden on government finances; can undermine private and public investment in the energy sector; and do not always end up helping the people who need them most.

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APRIL 30, 2009

The Budget confirmed and built on the Chancellor’s measures in Budget 2008 and the Pre-Budget report by: Confirming the new rules on capital allowances linked to CO2 emissions. The new fuel economy label which confirms the new VED rates will be available for download from the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) website [link].

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APRIL 21, 2009

In late 2008, BYD started selling the first production PHEV in China. Partnering with Alcoa, Duke Energy, Google.org, Johnson Controls Indiana startup plans to unveil vehicle May 2009 at EVS-24 in Norway; mass production in 2012. 1,000 pre-orders for small production runs in 2009 and 2010starting 4th quarter 2009.

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APRIL 16, 2009

The vision is fuelled by the fear of climate change and the need to find green alternatives to dirty coal, unpopular nuclear power and unreliable gas imports from Russia. insulating or rebuilding Europe’s rickety housing stock could cut heating bills from 30 to 80 per cent, which would slash demand for their product.

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APRIL 21, 2009

’s vice chairman of product development, Robert Lutz, reportedly told Volt enthusiasts at the Web site GM-Volt.com. “We Editor After a year as an editor at large for National Geographic magazine, Tom returned to The New York Times in July 2008 to help expand the papers coverage of sustainable energy development and green business.

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APRIL 16, 2009

Revenues, which have grown by about 45% annually during the past five years, reached $4 billion in 2008. "When I first visited the BYD factory, I was shocked," says Daniel Kim, a Merrill Lynch technology analyst based in Hong Kong, who has been to the fully automated production lines in Japan and Korea. billion).

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APRIL 16, 2009

Solar, Wind and Biofuels Grew 53 Percent in 2008 Green Education = Environmental Religion? Review of Forestry Carbon Standards 2008 Ford Partners to Commercialize Electric Vehicles A New "Green" Deal.Direction for the economic re. Renewables That Even Coal-Based Utilities Can Love. Then we are done!

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DECEMBER 3, 2008

Clean base load energy is particularly important since that is usually generated by nukes, burning coal or, in the case of Hawaii, oil. Published: December 2, 2008. Tags: EV News Production News Renewable Energy Inside Track Geothermal. This means it is a “base load&# energy. Here’s a shot of the facility.

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APRIL 16, 2009

Mr. Kulongoski wants to make Oregon the go-to state for electric vehicle production. Even if you charge your EV with electricity made from coal fired generators you reduce your car’s pollution by half. Galbraith joined The New York Times in June 2008 to write about renewable energy. If you charge with solar, is way less.

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