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UNICEF: 300M children worldwide breathing air exceeding WHO pollution guidelines by 6x or more

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The report, “ Clear the Air for Children ”, uses satellite imagery to show that some 2 billion children live in areas where outdoor air pollution, caused by factors such as vehicle emissions, heavy use of fossil fuels, dust and burning of waste, exceeds WHO minimum air quality guidelines. van Donkelaar, A., Martin, M.Brauer, N.

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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.

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Heating Buildings With Solar Energy Stored in Sand

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When you ask people about cleaner energy, they think of electricity,” says Tommi Eronen, CEO of Polar Night Energy. But we also have to cut emissions from heating.” Out of Finland’s energy-related emissions, 82 percent come from heating domestic buildings (Ref.

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This Volvo and Harris Poll Study investigates the state of EVs in America

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We encourage you to use these statistics freely, properly sourcing Volvo Car USA/The Harris Poll. We encourage you to use these statistics freely, properly sourcing Volvo Car USA/The Harris Poll. This ambitious announcement highlights Volvo’s commitment to take the industry lead and embrace a cleaner mobility.

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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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The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. Since it can operate on 100% biofuel, it is the means for achieving new goals recently set for reducing the use of fossil fuels and cutting the net emission of CO 2 to zero. Appendix D: Vehicle Driving Statistics.

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NREL: battery second use offsets EV expense, improves grid stability; recommendations

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the value to the broader community could be significant: decreased cost of peaker plant operation on the order of 10% to 20%, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel consumption, and deferral of battery recycling. In addition, degradation and related statistics from automotive service should be quantified and shared.

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