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MIT study finds fuel economy standards are 6-14 times less cost effective than fuel tax for reducing gasoline use

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In a study published in the journal Energy Economics , MIT researchers have found that a fuel economy standard is at least six to fourteen times less cost effective than a fuel tax when targeting an identical reduction in cumulative gasoline use (20% by 2050).

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CEPS task force report identifies tightening emissions standards as key policy to hit EU 60% reduction in transport GHG; full life-cycle emissions optimal metric

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The report argues that the biggest component of total transport reductions could come from more energy-efficient vehicles, combined with the gradual introduction of low-carbon fuels and new engine technologies. The report identified five main technology paths towards low-carbon transport.

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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 the coming weeks, DOE will issue a draft of a solicitation that would make up to $8 billion in (self-pay) loan guarantee authority available for a wide array of advanced fossil energy projects under its Section 1703 loan guarantee program. Reducing barriers to investment in energy efficiency. Other efforts will include: Natural Gas.

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Analysis concludes that current transportation policy in most US states will likely worsen GHG emission trends in US

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However, most states use few of the available transportation policy tools to reduce. transportation, and ensure state fuel taxes can support all transportation modes. Managing traffic through congestion pricing tools and incentivize low-carbon transportation options through comprehensive commuter programs.

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Opinion: A More Level Playing Field for Advanced Biofuels

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In our national effort to reduce carbon emissions, we need a practical, all-of-the-above strategy to help us achieve America’s climate ambitions. However, America’s clean energy transition has been characterized by siloed thinking and inflexibility despite significant advances in low-carbon fuel alternatives. More Work To Do.

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FedEx and VW EV Plans, Second GM Battery Factory – EV Week in Review: Mar 2 – Mar 8

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The automaker also plans to make autonomous driving features widely available by 2030. The sales process will lock in “transparent and set pricing models”—and technically makes its EVs available online. In a separate release, VW said it plans to make autonomous driving “widely available” by 2030. Volkswagen ID.4

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