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In Argentina, a Boom in Antarctic Cruises Is Straining the ‘End of the World’

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We sell an aura, said Julio Lovece, president of the Ushuaia Foundation XXI, which advocates tourism development that benefits the local community. The desire to see unspoiled landscapes, unusual animals and vast amounts of ice in an age of global warming draws tourists to the cruises.

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Study finds power law scaling relationship between urban population and NO2 pollution

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These regions contain two-thirds of total global anthropogenic NO x emissions. Even though larger cities are typically more energy efficient with lower per-capita emissions, more people still translates to more pollution.) for China, reflecting regional differences in industrial development and per capita emissions.

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NASA’s Orbiting Carbon Observatory 2 reaches orbit

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As depicted above, the international Afternoon Constellation includes OCO-2, GCOM-W1, Aqua, CALIPSO, CloudSat, PARASOL, and Aura. GCOM-W1, Aqua, CALIPSO, CloudSat, and Aura are currently on orbit. Level 3 - Monthly gridded global maps of atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations. Climate Change Emissions Research'

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Volvo Car outlines technological future: new Scalable Platform Architecture and focus on four-cylinder engines; Concept You

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For us the new architecture means we can sharpen our design language still further, carving out just the right athletic and dynamic aura that is so important to the most demanding prestige car buyers. The engines will meet all known emissions legislation worldwide up to 2017. Concept You is an excellent example of this.

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Satellite method provides insight into ozone-NOx-VOCs sensitivity for different locations

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These observations may also assist air quality managers in assessing the most effective approaches to emission reduction programs that will improve air quality. If emissions of that molecule are reduced, then ozone formation will be reduced—critical information for air quality managers. —Jin et al.

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New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

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Toyota has introduced its new fifth-generation Avalon, based on a Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform, and powered by two new TNGA powertrains: a 301 hp, 267 lb-ft (362 N·m) 3.5-liter Avalon’s premium aura and sporty stature are further emphasized. liter V6 (2GR-FKS), and a 215-net-horsepower 2.5-liter respectively).

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

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Chevrolet is a global value leader. Cadillac conveys the philosophy of “ Art and Science ” globally, with “Art” representing an appeal to aesthetics while “Science” indicates advanced technology. GM says it is committed to establishing a harmonized national program to improve fuel economy and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

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