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New Heinrich high-precision mass flow meter for H2 filling stations; OIML R 139 2018

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It is the first of its kind to be certified to international standard OIML R 139 2018 and approved for hydrogen filling stations. This robustness on the part of the measuring tubes is necessary in order to withstand the high 1000 bar pressure (the test pressure is actually 1500 bar).

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EPA: GHG emissions standards for cars and light trucks should be revised; joint process with NHTSA (updated with more reactions)

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt announced the completion of the Midterm Evaluation (MTE) process for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for cars and light trucks for model years 2022-2025, and his final determination that the current standards are not appropriate and should be revised.

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EPA proposes maintaining current NOx standards

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Based on its review of scientific evidence, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposes retaining the current national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for oxides of nitrogen (NO x ). There are currently two primary standards for NO x. The last review of the primary NO 2 NAAQS was in 2010.

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Rio Tinto and Marubeni partner to create stronger and more responsible aluminum supply chains

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It has helped to pioneer responsible production standards for the global industry as a founding member of the aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI), becoming the first producer to offer ASI aluminum in 2018. In 2021, Rio Tinto launched START, a new standard in transparency, traceability and provenance.

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Study: IMO low-sulfur fuel standards will decrease childhood asthma cases, premature deaths; climate tradeoffs

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from 35,000 parts per million (ppm) to 5,000 ppm. This marks the most significant improvement in global fuel standards for the shipping industry in 100 years, and is intended to achieve significant health benefits on a global scale. concentrations in 2020 due to low-sulfur fuel standards. —i.e., global reduction in PM 2.5

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Industry report says steel can deliver weight savings to meet CAFE targets; aluminum growth in LDVs to peak around 2018

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Steel can easily deliver the weight savings required to meet federally mandated fuel economy targets for most vehicles, according to a new 300-page analysis by the steel-industry information service World Steel Dynamics : “AutoBody Warfare: Aluminum Attack.” Earlier post.). —“AutoBody Warfare”.

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NHTSA urges owners of select MY 2017-2019 Bolt EVs to park outside due to fire risk; originally recalled in 2020

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There have been two recent Chevrolet Bolt EV fire incidents in vehicles that were remedied as part of the November 2020 safety recall. As part of the service procedure, dealers utilize GM-developed diagnostic tools to identify potential battery anomalies and replace battery module assemblies as necessary.

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