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NUS researcher links air pollution to increased residential electricity demand

Green Car Congress

The reasons were two-fold: (i) increased air pollution led to households staying indoors more to mitigate the pollution impact; and (ii) PM 2.5 pollution led to the closing of windows, and running of air-conditioners and air purifiers more intensively either to reduce indoor particle levels or provide relief from indoor heat.

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California to transition clean vehicle rebate program to helping low-income residents

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The program was originally designed to encourage the early adoption of emerging technology, and its goal was to accomplish a 16% market share for clean vehicles. The existing CVRP program will continue to accept applications while funding remains available. Now, California has 1.5 Now, California has 1.5

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Obama climate plan calls for new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018; cleaner fuels and investment in advanced fossil energy

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In terms of investment in innovation for cleaner energy, the plan calls for: Investment in advanced fossil energy projects. In addition, the President has directed his Administration to purchase cleaner alternatives to HFCs whenever feasible and transition over time to equipment that uses safer and more sustainable alternatives.

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Tesla’s 2020 Impact Report shows why an “ecosystem” of products is key to addressing climate change

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This is one of the reasons why Tesla’s products and services are focused on transportation and energy production and storage — segments that are traditionally the most polluting in both the United States and foreign countries. . “We are designing and manufacturing a complete energy and transportation ecosystem.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

Baua Electric

As the second-most populous country in the world and one of the largest consumers of fossil fuels, India is making significant strides in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to combat climate change and reduce air pollution. Moreover, electric autos contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.

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Transportation Electrification Accord sets out multi-sector roadmap to electrified future

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The Accord provides a baseline from which utility regulators can support growing demand for affordable, electrified transport. Our signature on the Accord is a promise to meet that demand through greater grid efficiency and reduced air pollution in a way that benefits all communities. Context And Guiding Principles.

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What is Renewable energy integration, challenges, why it is needed

Baua Electric

This involves designing and implementing systems that allow the electricity generated from renewable sources to be transmitted, distributed, and consumed alongside power from traditional sources. Integrating these sources helps mitigate climate change, reduce air pollution, and protect ecosystems.