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Indian SUV major Mahindra intends to equip its new EV platform with MEB components from Volkswagen

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The binding supply agreement will be negotiated in a continued constructive and legally compliant way to conclude by the end of 2022. Designed as an open vehicle platform, the MEB electric platform and its components allows car manufacturers to build their portfolio of electrified vehicles, quickly and cost-effectively.

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ARB: California not tracking to meet required GHG reductions due to transportation; significant changes in communities and systems required

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The Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act of 2008, Senate Bill (SB) 375, was passed into law in 2008. SB 375 recognizes the critical role of integrated transportation, land use, and housing decisions to meet state climate goals. —“2018 Progress Report”.

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Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

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While many may argue that the economic benefits of comprehensive federal legislation are clear, a network of interlinked state and regional carbon markets building off the existing institutional infrastructure of RGGI, WCI, and MRGGRA could be a better solution. nationals and legal residents. HOW TO ESTABLISH A SUCCESSFUL REGIONAL.

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