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Open Letter by Netherlands Scientists on IPCC and Errors in 2007 Climate Change Report

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In response to the ongoing discussion about the reliability of the UN IPCC and the climate reports, a group of 55 leading Dutch scientists working in the field of climate change, energy and the environment wrote an open letter. Errors in the IPCC climate change report are being seized by some to discredit climate science.

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Education Week Spotlights Programs for Students and Professionals

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From 2 to 8 April, IEEE is highlighting resources available to students, educators, and technical professionals with IEEE Education Week. Here are some of the events and resources available during this year’s Education Week. Here are some of the events and resources available during this year’s Education Week.

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Guide to California EV Incentives

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It’s no secret that motor vehicle emissions are one of the main sources of pollution in the state of California and one of the leading causes of climate change in the country. The only way to avoid more expensive and disruptive climate changes is to significantly reduce these emissions.

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California ARB approves more rebate funding for hybrid and zero-emission cars, trucks, buses9

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Information on the rebate project, including an application and required documents, list of eligible vehicles, and real-time funding status is available at www.cvrp.energycenter.org.

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EPA proposes to replace and reduce certain HFCs; impact on mobile AC

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to prohibit the use of certain hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and HFC-containing blends that significantly contribute to climate change where safer, more climate-friendly alternatives exist.

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PG&E launches new $130M program to accelerate EV adoption in Northern and Central California; 7,500 chargers

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They can also establish access rules to the EV chargers through which they can make them available to employees, fleet vehicles and/or the public. While EV adoption continues to grow in California, one of the biggest barriers remains the lack of available places to charge. per gallon to charge their vehicle overnight.

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California Air Resources Board Unveils $3.7M in Rebates for Plug-in Hybrid and Zero-Emission Vehicles

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Rebates are available to individuals, business owners and government entities in California that purchase or lease new eligible zero-emission or plug-in hybrid electric light-duty vehicles now. The amount of funding available to pay for these technologies is dependent on the amount of revenues generated from vehicle and smog abatement fees.

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