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California ARB: GHG emissions fell below 1990 levels for first time in 2016; down 13% from 2004 peak; transportation emissions up 2%

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The state’s latest Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory shows that California emitted 429 million metric tons of climate pollutants in 2016—a drop of 12 million metric tons, or three percent, from 2015. This ambitious target will require California to more than double the rate at which it has been cutting climate-changing gases.

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GCP Carbon Budget Finds Anthropogenic CO2 Emissions Rose 2% in 2008 Despite Global Financial Crisis; Natural Sinks Not Keeping Pace With Increasing Emissions

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Using a variety of data including direct observations, computer-generated models, and estimates from countries’ energy statistics, the team created a global CO 2 budget—the amount of CO 2 produced and consumed—from 1959 to 2008. Tags: Climate Change Emissions. over the previous seven years. —Dr Canadell.

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Measurements of CO2 and CO in China’s Air Indicate Sharply Improved Combustion Efficiency

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The findings, published in the 21 September issue of Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics , are generally consistent with official Chinese government statistics and could bolster their credibility as international negotiations proceed on commitments of China and other nations to combat climate change. Munger, J. McElroy, M.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Appendix D: Vehicle Driving Statistics. This helps to explain the climate changes we are now experiencing. Appendix D: Representative Statistics for Vehicle Driving. For example, statistics can be used to determine the battery size for PHEVs and its electric range. Statistics also verify engineering success.

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