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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. Transportation.

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Using blockchain traceability to build a circular battery economy

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It’s no secret that we are in the midst of a rampant climate crisis. Electric vehicles are one of the most powerful climate solutions today—but also one of the most under-utilized. In order for Polestar to prove that it has reached carbon neutrality, traceability will be absolutely key.

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A Bamboo Carbon Filter for Diesels Could Reduce Emissions

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Although the pollutant emissions of a diesel engine are less than those of a gasoline one, it still emits carcinogens, nitrous oxides, and soot. Our groundbreaking activated-carbon-based filter represents a significant leap forward in environmental and economic efficiency,” the electrical engineering student added. dollars.

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Biden orders 100% ZEV acquisition for Federal fleet by 2035, ZEV LDVs by 2027

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a climate- and sustainability-focused Federal workforce. a climate- and sustainability-focused Federal workforce.

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New international Climate and Clean Air Coalition to focus on reduction of short-lived climate pollutants

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Global benefits from full implementation of measures for reduction of short-lived climate pollutants in 2030 compared to the reference scenario. The climate change benefit is estimated for a given year (2050) and human health and crop benefits are. for 2030 and beyond. Source: UNEP. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

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Now I want to be clear: I am inspired by the Administration’s commitment to phasing out carbon emissions. We do have a climate crisis that needs to be addressed. Heavier vehicles also generate more particulate pollution from tyre wear. The Mustang Mach-E, Volvo XC40 EV, and RAV4 EV are all roughly 33% heavier. Shaffer et al.

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SGH2 building largest green hydrogen production facility in California; gasification of waste into H2

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The plant will feature SGH2’s technology, which will gasify recycled mixed paper waste to produce green hydrogen that reduces carbon emissions by two to three times more than green hydrogen produced using electrolysis and renewable energy, and is five to seven times cheaper. That’s why our partnership with SGH2 is so important.

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