2019, Pollution and Range

Emissions Analytics finds pollution from tire wear can be 1,000x worse than exhaust emissions

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MARCH 8, 2020

Pollution from tire wear can be 1,000 times worse than a car’s exhaust emissions, Emissions Analytics has found. Vehicle tire wear pollution is completely unregulated, unlike exhaust emissions which have been rapidly reduced by car makers due to the pressure placed on them by European emissions standards. and 73% of PM 10.

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Study finds significant proportion of childhood asthma cases may be attributable to air pollution

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AUGUST 8, 2019

Findings of a study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and published in the European Respiratory Journal suggest that a significant proportion of childhood asthma cases may be attributable to outdoor air pollution, and that these cases could be prevented. NO 2 ranged from 1.4 ranged from 2.0

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York study: Less traffic in first UK lockdown reduced NO2 pollution but caused increase in surface ozone

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DECEMBER 27, 2020

Less traffic on the roads during the first COVID-19 lockdown in the UK led to a reduction in air pollution but may have caused potentially damaging surface ozone levels to rise, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of York. The 25–75% range is shown by the shaded area. —Professor Lee.

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New Emissions Analytics study suggests pollution from tire wear now 1,850 times worse than exhaust emissions

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MAY 13, 2022

Since that study, which was transparently designed to quantify the worst-case tire emissions under legal driving, Emissions Analytics has been testing and analyzing tire wear emissions in more detail across a wider range of driving conditions, and has performed a detailed chemical analysis of hundreds of new tires. mg/km for mass and 6.0

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Study estimates that PM2.5 pollution in US was responsible for 107,000 premature deaths in 2011; 28% associated with transportation

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APRIL 10, 2019

pollution (particulates and precursors) in the United States. Of these deaths, 57% were associated with pollution caused by energy consumption [e.g., transportation (28%) and electricity generation (14%)]; another 15% with pollution caused by agricultural activities. Goodkind et al. precursor emissions. Goodkind et al.

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Microplastics in Arctic snow suggest widespread air pollution

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AUGUST 19, 2019

The high concentrations found in snow samples from disparate regions suggest microplastics—which may contain varnish, rubber, or chemicals used in synthetic fabrics—cause significant air pollution. Tekman, Jürg Trachsel, Gunnar Gerdts (2019) “White and wonderful? —Bergmann et al.

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Mayor of London launches international study on effect of air pollution on children’s health: CHILL

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JUNE 11, 2018

More 3,000 primary school children in polluted areas of London and Luton will have their lung health monitored over a four-year period in a new international study launched by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. Pollution also triggers asthma, asthma attacks and chest infections.

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Team finds high concentrations of combustion- and friction-derived magnetic air pollution nanoparticles in human hearts in Mexico City

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JULY 15, 2019

Solid CFDNPs in air pollution are characterized by the abundant presence of strongly magnetic, iron-rich particles which condense and/or oxidize upon airborne release, often retaining a rounded or spherical shape as they cool. Magnetic CFDNP concentrations and particle numbers ranged from 0.2 10 9 /g, respectively. Cross, Imad A.M.

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ICL, CMU study associates PM2.5 air pollution in US with >30,000 deaths and reduced life expectancy

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JULY 23, 2019

The tiny particles, around 30 times smaller than the width of a human hair, can be inhaled deep into the lungs, and have been associated with increased risk of a range of conditions including heart attack and various forms of lung disease. The amount of this fine particle pollution in the US has declined since 1999. µg/m 3 and 13.2

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IKEA Canada partners with Second Closet & Lion Electric for last-mile delivery; 15 Lion6 electric trucks

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APRIL 16, 2021

Lion6 electric trucks feature a direct-drive TM4 SUMO MD motor and inverter; battery capacity is up to 252 kWh, for a range of up to 180 miles. It also increases the challenge this poses in terms of pollution, congestion, and noise levels in our cities.

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MIT team proposes flex-fuel gasoline-alcohol engine PHEV long-haul trucks

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APRIL 9, 2019

—Cohn and Bromberg (2019). Compared to a diesel engine vehicle, a gasoline-powered vehicle produces only a tenth as much nitrogen oxide (NO x ) pollution, a major component of air pollution. —Daniel Cohn. In a series hybrid system, the engine can always operate at its optimum speed, maximizing its efficiency.

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MIT Gasoline Engine Fuel

EPA proposes strengthening primary annual NAAQS for PM2.5

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JANUARY 7, 2023

µg/m 3 to within the range of 9.0 EPA is taking comment on the full range (between 8 and 11 10 µg/m 3 ) included in the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee’s (CASAC) latest report. EPA began regulating particle pollution in 1971. standard from its current level of 12.0 standard; primary and secondary 24-hour PM 2.5

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California Energy Commission approves $2.9B investment for zero-emission transportation infrastructure

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DECEMBER 15, 2022

The funds will support the deployment of thousands of zero-emission trucks, school buses and transit buses to deliver clean air benefits to communities hit hardest by the impacts of pollution from medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.

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Transportation California Emissions Energy

Volvo and Danfoss introduce first 24-hour e-truck fleet

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

When fully implemented, the e-trucks will reduce Danfoss’ scope 1 and 2 emissions in Denmark by 10-15% with the added benefit of next to zero noise and air pollution, thereby ensuring an improved working climate for drivers. With this transformation, Danfoss will be the first company in Denmark to have a 24-hour truck in operation.

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Hamburger Hochbahn to buy up to 530 electric buses from Daimler, MAN and Solaris

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AUGUST 19, 2020

Early in 2019, the Hamburg Senate decided that from 2020, only emission-free buses will be procured for Hamburg. On 29 August 2019, Hochbahn issued a Europe-wide framework tender for battery-electric buses, with plans to purchase up to 530 buses between 2021 and 2025. An important criterion for the vehicles is range.

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Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

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NOVEMBER 26, 2022

On 8 April 2019 the Mayor of London launched the ULEZ in central London. The ULEZ has already helped to reduce roadside pollution levels by 44% in central London and 20% in inner London. The ULEZ is a very targeted scheme to get the most polluting vehicles off the road.

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Scrappage London Emissions Pollution

Blue World Technologies signs strategic cooperation agreement with Chinese EV manufacturer AIWAYS; methanol fuel cell vehicles

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NOVEMBER 9, 2019

Blue World Technologies has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with China-based new energy vehicle manufacturer AIWAYS, with the purpose of supplying the market with vehicles powered by methanol fuel cells for fast refueling and long range. Denmark-based Blue World Technologies closed its first investment round earlier this year.

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Study: US counties with higher PM2.5 concentrations have more stroke deaths

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JANUARY 31, 2019

in the air had higher rates of stroke deaths and shorter life expectancies, according to preliminary research to be presented in Honolulu at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2019, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science and treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

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Study suggests future climate changes to worsen air quality for >85% of China’s population; ~20k+ additional deaths each year

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AUGUST 19, 2019

The team used a combination of climate, air quality, and epidemiological models to assess future air pollution deaths in a changing climate under Representative Concentration Pathway 4.5 (RCP W/m 2 before 2100 without overshoot by employment of a range of technologies and strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.). (The

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OXIS Energy hits 425 Wh/kg with Li-S cell,expects to achieve 450 Wh/kg by end of year

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OCTOBER 3, 2018

OXIS aims to reach 500Wh/kg by the end of 2019 through its many collaborations and partnerships. Future modules will tap into the increasing capabilities of Lithium Sulfur pouch cells, where High Power cells are forecast to achieve 400 Wh/kg by 2019.

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Lithium Sulfur Energy 2019 Pollution

T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed

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NOVEMBER 24, 2020

T&E has commissioned Emissions Analytics to test three of the most popular PHEVs sold in 2019: a BMW X5 (longest EV range PHEV available), a Volvo XC60 and the Mitsubishi Outlander. Our tests show that even in optimal conditions, with a full battery, the cars pollute more than advertised.

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CARB approves $533M funding plan for clean transportation investments

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

The Fiscal Year 2019-20 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentives, largely funded with cap-and-trade proceeds, is part of California’s strategy for improving air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation sector, the state’s largest source of air pollution and climate-changing gases.

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Ballard fuel cell modules to power 4 California UPS trucks in CARB-funded project

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OCTOBER 27, 2018

million through its ZANZEFF (Zero and Near Zero Emissions Freight Facilities) grant program, which is focused on accelerating the adoption of clean freight technologies and reducing air pollution caused by the movement of goods throughout the state of California. CARB has announced a preliminary funding award of $5.8

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EPIC-UCAS Joint Center awards six grants for energy and environmental research in China

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DECEMBER 10, 2019

Formed in January 2019, the EPIC-UCAS Joint Center supports the development of research-based insights on key energy and environmental issues in China.

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Volkswagen’s MOIA introduces electric ridesharing car for up to 6 passengers; 300km range

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DECEMBER 4, 2017

The goal is to launch the service in Hamburg with 200 electric shuttle vehicles in 2018 and extend the fleet in 2019. We want to create a solution for the typical transport problems that cities face, such as traffic, air and noise pollution, and lack of space, while simultaneously helping them reach their sustainability goals.

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Range Cars Fleet 2018

Werner Enterprises testing Peterbilt 579 EV Class 8 electric truck; Meritor and Transpower

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JANUARY 12, 2020

Werner Enterprises, a premier transportation and logistics provider, is testing a 2019 Peterbilt 579 EV Class 8 electric truck for a year on a dedicated account in Southern California. Meritor supplies high-efficiency and lightweight axles, drivelines and brakes that maximize system efficiency, extend range and increase payload.

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Peterbilt Los Angeles Climate Change Climate

UK researchers show 20mph zones effective in reducing road casualties

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OCTOBER 7, 2019

While our research has shown a number of benefits of 20mph speed zones, it has also highlighted a lack of current evidence relating to the impact on public health, air pollution, and noise pollution. Further evidence is also required around the effectiveness of signage-based speed limits. 2019.100633.

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China researchers hydrotreat waste engine oil and scrap tire oil blend to produce diesel- and jet-range fuel

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APRIL 27, 2019

With the vigorous rise of the transportation industry, scrap tires (STs), which were once called “black pollution”, have become a critical threat to the human environment. Approximately 5 × 10 6 tons of STs are discarded each year. —Lou et al. 2019.03.129.

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Coltura: Supreme Court precedent means states can require all new vehicles sold be electric

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AUGUST 14, 2020

Such reasons include advantages to the electrical grid such as load balancing and energy storage, increased jobs and economic development, reduced stormwater pollution and consumer savings. The article points to the 2019 Supreme Court case of Virginia Uranium v. —Matthew Metz, lead author of the article and founder of Coltura.

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MPCA to expand EV charging network by more than 2,500 miles in Greater Minnesota; 38 additional fast chargers

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

As the electric vehicle (EV) market continues to expand throughout the state, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) announced it will fund the installation of up to 38 additional fast charging stations in Greater Minnesota, extending the existing EV highway corridor network by more than 2,500 miles.

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Study finds long-term exposure to black carbon from traffic exhaust at residential address increases the risk of stroke

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NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Long-term residential exposure to locally emitted black carbon (BC) from traffic exhaust increases the risk of stroke even in low-pollution environments, according to a study by researchers at Karolinska Institutet and other universities in Sweden. ranged from 5.8 —Petter Ljungman, first author. micrometers or less (PM 2.5 ).

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Ballard fuel cell modules to power 64t B-train tractor-trailers in Canadian hydrogen project AZETEC

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MAY 8, 2019

These modules will utilize Ballard’s liquid-cooled LCS technology, planned for commercial availability in 2019. The 3-year project also will investigate the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and airborne pollutants in Alberta’s freight transportation sector.

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Hydrogen Fuel Power Powered

Researchers calculate social cost of German nuclear phase-out at $12B/year; 70% from increased mortality risk

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JANUARY 27, 2020

More than 70% of this cost comes from the increased mortality risk associated with exposure to the local air pollution emitted when burning fossil fuels; the researchers found that the lost nuclear electricity production due to the phase-out was replaced primarily by coal-fired production and net electricity imports.

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Cost Of Germany Pollution 2017

Study: traffic density, wind and air stratification influence concentrations of NO2

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JUNE 29, 2020

In connection with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, satellite measurements made headlines showing how much the air pollutant nitrogen dioxide (NO 2 ) had decreased in China and northern Italy. In 2018/2019, for example, various measures were taken in Germany, ranging from a reduction in the number of lanes (e.g.

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Forth and Mobility Development partner to launch national EV carsharing program; affordable model for underserved communities

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FEBRUARY 3, 2022

This carsharing model as it will roll out builds upon the success of the Miocar program in California’s San Joaquin Valley (supported by Mobility Development), as well as Forth’s experience of piloting similar programs in rural Oregon—both efforts received proof of concept funding from DOE in 2019.

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British Airways invests in LanzaJet; SAF offtake agreement

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FEBRUARY 13, 2021

The sustainable aviation fuel produced by LanzaJet is made via the LanzaJet Alcohol to Jet (AtJ) Process, which can use any source of sustainable ethanol, including, but not limited to, ethanol made from non-edible agricultural residues such as wheat straw and recycled pollution.

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Georgia Carbon Fuel Emissions

BNEF, Snam, IGU report finds global gas industry set to resume growth post-pandemic; low-carbon technologies for long-term growth

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AUGUST 7, 2020

After growing by more than 2% in 2019, global gas use is set to fall by around 4% in 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic reduces energy consumption across the global economies. LNG imports reached 482 billion cubic meters in 2019, up 13% from 2018, and while this figure is expected to fall by around 4.2%

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Gas Global Industrial Industry

GSC Logistics first to haul commercial cargo with a BYD electric semi through Altamont Pass

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OCTOBER 29, 2019

On 22 October 2019, GSC Logistics was the first to haul a commercial cargo using an electric semi through the Altamont Pass, with their BYD 8TT heavy-duty electric truck. It manage 200 owner-operated trucks each day and currently operates five company trucks, including three BYD 8TT electric trucks that were grant-funded by CARB.

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BYD Oakland Commercial Nevada

CARB puts HVIP on hold after receiving voucher requests for entire $142M budget

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NOVEMBER 2, 2019

Through October 2019, HVIP has committed to supporting the purchase of 3,400 zero-emission trucks and buses; more than 2,600 hybrid trucks; 3,200 low NO x engines, and 240 trucks outfitted with electric power take-off systems with vouchers requested by California fleets. At the 24 October Board meeting, CARB approved changes to HVIP.

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DB Schenker expands its electric fleet with 36 new FUSO eCanter vehicles

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OCTOBER 13, 2020

Since 2019, the company has added further vehicles in Paris, Frankfurt and the Stuttgart area. Together, we are taking a further step in electrifying urban logistics, contributing to decreased noise and air pollution in major cities across eleven European countries.

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Study finds ethanol blends reduce GDI tailpipe PM

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JUNE 7, 2019

Cytotoxicity varied only within a small range and concentrations of PM, eliciting a cytotoxic response similar to those by ambient aerosol. PM emissions are some of the most toxic emissions coming from the tailpipe and connected with causing a host of health and pollution problems. Jiacheng Yang, Patrick Roth, Thomas D.

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Gasoline Emissions Wisconsin Fuel

Canada, US and Mexico commit to align light- and heavy-duty fuel efficiency and GHG standards out to 2025 and 2027, respectively

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JUNE 30, 2016

The action plan also encompasses a range of initiatives, including a focus on clean transportation. They further agreed to reduce air pollutant emissions by aligning air pollutant emission standards for light- and heavy-duty vehicles and corresponding ultra low-sulfur fuel standards by 2018. Short-lived climate pollutants.

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Rolls-Royce introducing completely integrated MTU marine hybrid propulsion systems as of 2020

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

As of 2020, Rolls-Royce will launch a range of completely integrated MTU hybrid ship propulsion systems onto the market. The propulsion systems will also be made available for yachts, work boats, ferries and patrol boats in a power range extending from around 1,000 kilowatts to 4,000 kilowatts per powertrain.

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Mariner 2020 Hybrid 2000

ABB to provide power and propulsion solution for fuel-cell river boat

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MAY 22, 2019

As a FLAGSHIPS member since the project’s start in January 2019, ABB has been working closely with Finnish research organization and project coordinator VTT and the leading global provider of innovative clean energy fuel cell solutions Ballard Power Systems Europe to develop an installation enabling a 400 kW fuel cell to power vessel operations.

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Fuel Power Powered Mariner

Emissions Analytics finds pollution from tire wear can be 1,000x worse than exhaust emissions

Study finds significant proportion of childhood asthma cases may be attributable to air pollution

York study: Less traffic in first UK lockdown reduced NO2 pollution but caused increase in surface ozone

New Emissions Analytics study suggests pollution from tire wear now 1,850 times worse than exhaust emissions

Study estimates that PM2.5 pollution in US was responsible for 107,000 premature deaths in 2011; 28% associated with transportation

Microplastics in Arctic snow suggest widespread air pollution

Mayor of London launches international study on effect of air pollution on children’s health: CHILL

Team finds high concentrations of combustion- and friction-derived magnetic air pollution nanoparticles in human hearts in Mexico City

ICL, CMU study associates PM2.5 air pollution in US with >30,000 deaths and reduced life expectancy

IKEA Canada partners with Second Closet & Lion Electric for last-mile delivery; 15 Lion6 electric trucks

MIT team proposes flex-fuel gasoline-alcohol engine PHEV long-haul trucks

EPA proposes strengthening primary annual NAAQS for PM2.5

California Energy Commission approves $2.9B investment for zero-emission transportation infrastructure

Volvo and Danfoss introduce first 24-hour e-truck fleet

Hamburger Hochbahn to buy up to 530 electric buses from Daimler, MAN and Solaris

Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

Blue World Technologies signs strategic cooperation agreement with Chinese EV manufacturer AIWAYS; methanol fuel cell vehicles

Study: US counties with higher PM2.5 concentrations have more stroke deaths

Study suggests future climate changes to worsen air quality for >85% of China’s population; ~20k+ additional deaths each year

OXIS Energy hits 425 Wh/kg with Li-S cell,expects to achieve 450 Wh/kg by end of year

T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed

CARB approves $533M funding plan for clean transportation investments

Ballard fuel cell modules to power 4 California UPS trucks in CARB-funded project

EPIC-UCAS Joint Center awards six grants for energy and environmental research in China

Volkswagen’s MOIA introduces electric ridesharing car for up to 6 passengers; 300km range

Werner Enterprises testing Peterbilt 579 EV Class 8 electric truck; Meritor and Transpower

UK researchers show 20mph zones effective in reducing road casualties

China researchers hydrotreat waste engine oil and scrap tire oil blend to produce diesel- and jet-range fuel

Coltura: Supreme Court precedent means states can require all new vehicles sold be electric

MPCA to expand EV charging network by more than 2,500 miles in Greater Minnesota; 38 additional fast chargers

Study finds long-term exposure to black carbon from traffic exhaust at residential address increases the risk of stroke

Ballard fuel cell modules to power 64t B-train tractor-trailers in Canadian hydrogen project AZETEC

Researchers calculate social cost of German nuclear phase-out at $12B/year; 70% from increased mortality risk

Study: traffic density, wind and air stratification influence concentrations of NO2

Forth and Mobility Development partner to launch national EV carsharing program; affordable model for underserved communities

British Airways invests in LanzaJet; SAF offtake agreement

BNEF, Snam, IGU report finds global gas industry set to resume growth post-pandemic; low-carbon technologies for long-term growth

GSC Logistics first to haul commercial cargo with a BYD electric semi through Altamont Pass

CARB puts HVIP on hold after receiving voucher requests for entire $142M budget

DB Schenker expands its electric fleet with 36 new FUSO eCanter vehicles

Study finds ethanol blends reduce GDI tailpipe PM

Canada, US and Mexico commit to align light- and heavy-duty fuel efficiency and GHG standards out to 2025 and 2027, respectively

Rolls-Royce introducing completely integrated MTU marine hybrid propulsion systems as of 2020

ABB to provide power and propulsion solution for fuel-cell river boat

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