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Obama climate plan calls for new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018; cleaner fuels and investment in advanced fossil energy

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Preparing the US for the impacts of climate change. In terms of investment in innovation for cleaner energy, the plan calls for: Investment in advanced fossil energy projects. Preparing the US for the impacts of climate change. Providing a toolkit for climate resilience.

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T&E study: EVs can be cheaper for Uber drivers to run than latest diesels in many European capitals

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This is because of cheaper electricity, lower EV retail prices and higher purchase incentives in France. The sooner Uber and taxis go 100% electric, the sooner citizens will enjoy cleaner air and quieter neighbourhoods, the planet will have less climate-wrecking emissions and drivers will earn more money.

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MITEI releases report on 3-year study of future mobility; technological innovation, policies, and behavioral changes all needed; “car pride” an issue

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The report is the culmination of MITEI’s three-year Mobility of the Future study, which is part of MIT’s Plan for Action on Climate Change. areas of inquiry: The potential impact of climate change policies on global fleet composition, fuel consumption, fuel prices, and economic output.

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Belfer Center Brief Urges Higher, Stable Energy Prices to Achieve Long-Term Energy Policy Objectives

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The brief concentrates on six topics: climate change policy, carbon capture and storage policy, oil security policy, energy-technology innovation policy, electricity market structure, and infrastructure policy. Climate change policy. In fact, acting early is clearly in the longer-term interest of the United States.

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Colorado Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Rises to $5,000

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Great news for drivers looking to purchase an electric vehicle in Colorado! But the most exciting part of the new bill for many Colorado residents is the expansion of an additional Colorado Electric Vehicle Tax Credit for qualified drivers looking to purchase electric vehicles. What Are Electric Vehicle Incentives? 4 , and more.

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Why Delivery Fleet Electrification Will Continue Apace

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For instance, many countries are offering financial incentives for EV purchases, implementing low-emission zones in cities, and setting deadlines for phasing out ICE vehicles. Environmental Responsibility The growing concern over climate change and environmental degradation has led companies to take responsibility for their carbon emissions.

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CARB releases summary of results of first CO2 cap-and trade auction; CPUC proposes how to use the revenues

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Of the 23,126,110 allowances offered for the Current Auction (2013 Vintage), 23,126,110 were sold with a settlement price of $10.09 (auction reserve price was $10.00). Of 39,450,000 allowances for the Advance Auction (2015 Vintage), 5,576,000 were sold with a settlement price of $10 (same reserve price).

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