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California ARB releases proposed new plan to cut 2030 GHG by 40% v. 1990; more stringent LCFS, more ZEVs

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The California Air Resources Board (ARB) released the proposed scoping plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% below 1990 levels by 2030—the most ambitious target in North America. Mobile Source Strategy (Cleaner Technology and Fuels Scenario). Earlier post.) Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS).

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ARB posts discussion draft of new proposed mobile-source emissions reduction strategy through 2030; Advanced Clean Cars 2 regulation

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The approach described is designed to meet simultaneously federal air quality standards; achieve greenhouse gas emission reduction targets; reduce petroleum consumption; and decrease health risk from transportation sources through 2030. Under current control programs (left) and under the Cleaner Technologies and Fuels scenario (right).

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UK LowCVP to focus on cutting emissions from trucks

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The Partnership will be holding a stakeholder workshop in late November to move the. The workshop will also provide the opportunity to connect with and influence the future work program of the LowCVP’s Commercial Vehicle Working Group, which will drive forward these and other initiatives in the freight decarbonization area.

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California ARB moves forward with climate and air quality actions

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The plan, California’s Short-lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Strategy, maps out the route to more rapid greenhouse gas reductions by clamping down on these super pollutants. For heavy-duty vehicles, the State SIP Strategy calls for combustion engine technology that is effectively 90% cleaner than today’s standards.

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California ARB releases discussion draft of plan to cut GHG by 40% by 2030

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) released its initial draft plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% below 1990 levels by 2030—the most ambitious target in North America. The draft plan analyzes continuing the Cap-and-Trade program, which is currently being used to reach the state’s greenhouse gas reduction goals.

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California state agencies “rolling out carpet” for hydrogen electric vehicles

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“ California is rolling out the carpet for Californians who choose these ultra-clean hydrogen powered electric cars and for the companies that make them ,” said Air Resources Board Chairman Mary D. The transportation sector accounts for about 40 percent of the state’s greenhouse gas emissions. —Chairman Nichols. —Janea A.

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California Energy Commission publishes investment plan for alt and renewable fuel and vehicle technology, 2014-2015

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2015 Investment Plan Update covers the sixth year of the program and reflects laws, executive orders, and policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, petroleum dependence, and criteria emissions. in electric vehicles. in electric vehicles within the state, and the potential for emerging needs (including medium?

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