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Report argues advanced HD natural gas vehicles foundational for California to hit air and climate goals; near zero-emission potential

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Five technology paths for very-low-NO x and GHG emissions from heavy-duty natural gas engines. The “Pathways to Near-Zero-Emission Natural Gas Heavy Duty Vehicles” report, authored by GNA on behalf of Southern California Gas Co. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge. Background. Click to enlarge.

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California Air Resources Board adopts GHG cap-and-trade program; first auctions slated for Aug/Nov 2012

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The California Air Resources Board on Thursday adopted the final greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions cap-and-trade regulation. Compliance obligations for greenhouse gas emissions begins 1 January 2013. Cap-and-trade is another important building block in California’s effort to create a clean and vibrant economy. Earlier post.)

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How EV Charging Supports Healthcare Facilities

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With less maintenance and lower fuel costs , switching to an electric fleet can significantly reduce the cost of operating your fleet. Promoting Sustainability Statista found that about 44% of consumers globally said they were more likely to buy from a brand with a clear commitment to sustainability.

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Earth Day and the Importance of Green Energy

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Creating chargers for electric vehicles is our way of contributing to green tech. than gas-fueled vehicles. . Solar energy is harnessed using photovoltaic cells that capture sunlight and turn it into electricity. Here’s why clean energy is vitally important to maintaining not only the planet’s health but our own.

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Electric vehicle charging stations worth a complete of quite $1.7 million

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Electric vehicle charging stations worth a complete of quite $1.7 million is coming to 26 government agencies, universities, and electric utilities in Louisiana. Department of Justice and Volkswagen over violations of the Clean Air Act. The post Electric vehicle charging stations worth a complete of quite $1.7

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What is the Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) Scheme?

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Together with the Energy Saving Trust (EST) and other partners, the National Franchised Dealers Association developed the EVA scheme to tackle poor advice and uncertainty in electric car ownership. The EVA scheme identified those two issues as the main barriers preventing many potential electric car owners from purchasing the vehicle.

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California Energy Commission adopts $100M investment plan for 2013-2014 for green vehicles and fuels

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The program funds projects to encourage the development and use of new technologies and alternative and renewable fuels, including electricity, natural gas, biomethane, hydrogen, and gasoline and diesel substitutes, such as cellulosic ethanol (derived from woody materials, including agricultural waste), and biodiesel from waste grease.