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CARB approves 2022 Scoping Plan; aggressive targets for reductions in petroleum use, air pollution and greeenhouse gas emissions

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The California Air Resources Board last week approved the final proposed 2022 Scoping Plan ( earlier post ), a roadmap to reduce demand for petroleum by 94%, cut air pollution by 71%, reduce greenhouse gas emissions 85%, and reach carbon neutrality by 2045.

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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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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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California ARB holding two workshops on developing measure to reduce emissions from TRUs

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TRUs and TRU gensets emit diesel PM, NO x , greenhouse gases and other pollutants. Distribution centers and grocery stores are known to run out of cold storage space in their buildings, so they store overflow goods in TRU-equipped trucks and trailers outside the grocery stores and distribution centers.

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Ballard Power Systems establishing a Marine Center of Excellence in Europe for fuel cell applications

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A new motive fuel cell system manufacturing hall is planned to be constructed and operational at the Hobro location by year-end 2019, with expected annual production capacity of more than 15 megawatts (MW) of fuel cell modules. Reduction of pollutants and carbon emissions is a high priority for the marine industry and port cities.

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Survey Shows Auto Dealers Still Annoyed With Biden EV Strategy

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& From Automotive News : A top concern was the EPA's proposed limits on vehicle tailpipe pollution for 2027-32 model-year cars and light trucks — a regulatory move that, if finalized, could result in battery-electric vehicles making up two-thirds of new-vehicle sales by 2032, according to the agency's projections.

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Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy and EV Modern Life

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EPA’s regulatory responsibilities expanded during its first two decades, and many forms of pollution were identified and reduced. Automobiles became more energy-efficient and less polluting. Decarbonization will resemble our efforts at pollution control. The argument that electric vehicles pollute too much is not persuasive.

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Delhi To Have One Charging Point For Every 15 EVs By 2024

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Since two- and three-wheeled vehicles account for 42% of Delhi’s total pollution, the government is emphasizing the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, particularly in these two segments. The plan also stated that the safety of vehicles during charging is critical to ensuring customers’ trust in EVs.