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EPA proposes ban on all consumer, most industrial and commercial uses of methylene chloride

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Methylene chloride, also known as dichloromethane and DCM, is a volatile chemical used in a wide range of industrial, commercial, and consumer applications such as adhesives, sealants, degreasers, cleaners, and automobile products. Methylene chloride is also used in industrial settings for making other chemicals.

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Latest GHG Inventory shows California remains below 2020 emissions target; much steeper rate of GHG reductions required

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tons per person to 10.7 tons per person in 2018, a 24% decrease. These programs cover transportation fuels, industrial emissions, vehicle emissions and emissions from electricity generation. Industry is already increasing the use of alternatives to petroleum diesel, including renewable diesel and biodiesel.

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EPA finds NMP and 1-BP present unreasonable risks to human health

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It has numerous industrial, commercial and consumer applications, including as a solvent in the production of electrodes for Li-ion batteries. 1-BP (1-Bromopropane) is used as a solvent in commercial and industrial applications and as a reactant in the manufacturing of other chemical substances. Earlier post.).

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EPRI-NRDC report finds widespread vehicle electrification and a cleaner grid could lead to substantial cuts in GHG by 2050

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Widespread use of electric vehicles (EVs)—including lawn and garden equipment and heavy industrial equipment such as forklifts—could improve air quality, particularly in densely populated urban areas. This research points to the importance of two fundamental and parallel trends in energy and the environment.

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Charging Forward: EV Connect Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation

EV Connect

At the time, the electric vehicle (EV) industry was just emerging, and we knew we were in for a transformative journey as the sector rapidly evolved. By aligning ourselves with industry leaders who share our vision of a sustainable future for mobility, we have been able to amplify our impact and drive meaningful change.

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Elevating the EV Consumer Experience: Beas Auto Sales and PlugStar Certification 

Plug in America

Located in Stockton, California, Beas Auto Sales is a leading automotive dealership dedicated to accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) to promote cleaner transportation vehicles. Knowing that EVs help the environment, I wanted our dealership to contribute to that positive change. Absolutely!

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The Port of San Diego just deployed one of the largest electric forklifts in the US

Baua Electric

“SSA Marine is proud to partner with the Port of San Diego to demonstrate the potential of zero-emissions equipment in a marine terminal environment and to further understand what the long-term benefits could look like,” said Bill Fitz, senior vice president of SSA Marine’s conventional division. Get started here. –