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EEA report suggests road charges for heavy-duty goods vehicles should reflect varied health effects of pollution in different countries

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Air pollution externalities of 12–14 ton HGV on highway (Euronorm III) in euro cents. A new report from the European Environment Agency (EEA) suggests that new road charges for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs or lorries) should reflect the varied health effects of traffic pollution in different European countries. Source: EEA.

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Driving Towards a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Electric Autos in India

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As the second-most populous country in the world and one of the largest consumers of fossil fuels, India is making significant strides in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to combat climate change and reduce air pollution. Moreover, electric autos contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.

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Driving Your City Forward With Clean Electric Public Transportation

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With that much activity, public transit makes a significant contribution to the total environmental and economic impact of the transportation sector in the U.S. And that impact will largely be determined by how much we invest in making public transportation sustainable. Let’s look at why — and how to get there.

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Researchers urge Chinese government to encourage bikes, buses and rail over cars and commercial vehicles due to emissions and health concerns

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In China in 2013, The transport sector consumed 348.19 million tons of coal equivalent (tce), which resulted in serious air pollution. Chinese government has implemented several transport policies to deal with this challenge and to encourage residents to change their travel behaviors to mitigate severe air pollution.

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Uber Green Launches in India: Revolutionizing Sustainable Mobility

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Uber, the global ride-hailing giant, has taken another significant stride towards sustainability with the launch of Uber Green in India. This initiative aims to provide environmentally friendly transportation solutions while reducing carbon emissions and promoting cleaner mobility options. 

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Electric Cars: The Future of Sustainable Transportation

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In this article, we will explore the benefits of electric cars and their impact on the environment, as well as the challenges they face and the future of electric cars. Unlike gas-powered cars, which emit harmful pollutants into the atmosphere, electric vehicle produce zero emissions.

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE RULES IN INDIA: Everything That You Must Know

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With the increasing global concern over climate change and the need to transition towards cleaner and more sustainable modes of transportation, countries around the world have been formulating regulations to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).

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