Green Car Congress
APRIL 7, 2010
However, even with increases in 2010 and 2011, projected CO 2 emissions in 2011 are lower than annual emissions from 1999 through 2008. This growth is the result of an expected recovery in the global economy, with world gross domestic product (GDP, on an oil-weighted basis) assumed to rise by more than 3 percent per year.
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 2, 2010
The decrease in emissions follow the decrease in the global economy. Although the stimulus package from the Chinese government in 2008 was said to have a green focus, even construction of windmills is a relatively emission intensive activity, at least in the short run Peters said. China also has a large export sector.
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 20, 2011
Particularly during the surge of what was called the “knowledge-based economy” from 1991 to 2000, global economic productivity increased without parallel increases in energy use. Between 2004 and 2008, global energy intensity experienced its sharpest decline in 30 years, with an average annual growth rate of 1.87%.
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 9, 2010
lower than 2008. Polk’s analysis indicates that the US economy is in a recovery; however, risks to the pace of economic growth remain. As government stimulus programs end, consumers must have confidence to continue spending and businesses need to invest and hire, otherwise the economic recovery could slow in 2010.
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 29, 2009
In light of the global financial crisis, it is crucial that every dollar is made to ‘multi-task’ to create a sustainable low-carbon economy. ”. Other highlights from the report include: Clean energy investments increased from around US$30 billion in 2004 to more than US$140 billion by 2008.
Green Car Congress
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.
Green Car Congress
JULY 24, 2011
Car fleet renewal schemes introduced in the US, France and Germany to stimulate consumer spending on cars in the wake of the 2008. The report does not address the employment or stimulus-related impacts of fleet renewal schemes which are arguably their primary objectives. NO x reduction and increased safety. Click to enlarge.
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