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UB study finds link between ambient ozone exposure, artery wall thickness

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MAY 31, 2019

Long-term exposure to ambient ozone appears to accelerate arterial conditions that progress into cardiovascular disease and stroke, according to a new University at Buffalo study. Paul, Minnesota; Chicago; and Los Angeles. The study is unique in its focus on ozone exposure rather than particulate matter. —Meng Wang.

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Study links ambient PM2.5 and ozone specifically caused by vehicle exhaust emissions to ~361,000 premature deaths worldwide in 2010 and ~385,000 in 2015

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MARCH 1, 2019

and ozone deaths, associated mortality rates, and population in G20 economies in 2015. and ozone worldwide in 2010 and ~385,000 in 2015, equivalent to 11.7% and ozone premature deaths in 2010 and 11.4% and ozone concentrations from transportation emissions resulted in 7.8 and ozone deaths in 2015, broken out by subsector.

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California ARB approves air quality plan for South Coast Air Basin ahead of 2023 deadline; calls for Federal action

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DECEMBER 15, 2019

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) voted to approve an updated plan for the South Coast Air Basin aimed at further cutting smog-forming emissions to attain the federal 8-hour ozone standard. To meet the 80 parts per billion ozone standard in the South Coast, all levels of government must do their part. —CARB Chair Mary D.

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Yale study finds asphalt a significant source of air pollution, especially on hot, sunny days

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

The researchers estimated the potential total emissions and formation of SOA in Los Angeles, a key city for urban air quality case studies.

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Annual American Lung Association report shows continued progress in air quality, but more to be done

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APRIL 29, 2011

This year’s report finds that the majority of American cities most-polluted by ozone (smog) or year-round particle pollution (soot) have improved, showing continued progress in the cleanup of toxics under the requirements of the Clean Air Act. When ozone is inhaled, it irritates the lungs. 10 Most Ozone-Polluted Cities.

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Transient Plasma Systems says advances are bringing plasma ignition technology closer to commercialization

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DECEMBER 20, 2021

Kairos Ventures is the Los Angeles venture capital firm funding TPS. These vehicles have long lifetimes and will continue to occupy the roads next to clean EVs for years to come. —Jim Demetriades, executive chairman of Transient Plasma Systems and CEO of Kairos Ventures. hp diesel engine.

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Study: consumer products overtake transportation as largest source of VOCs air pollution in cities

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FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Consumer products such as shampoo, cleaning products and paint now contribute as much to emitted volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in cities as tailpipe emissions from vehicles, according to a new study led by NOAA. Contributors to ambient air pollution in Los Angeles. (A 1A) and sales data of volatile chemical products.

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California workshop on hydrogen and fuel cells in ports

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

This workshop is the follow-up to the Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Ports Workshop 2016, held in Port of Los Angeles. California programs in different stages of development will have an impact on the transition to hydrogen energy systems, including the Sustainable Freight Action Plan and Clean Air Action Plans.

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Study first to quantify amount of US pollution resulting from Chinese manufacturing for exports

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JANUARY 21, 2014

Dust, ozone and carbon can accumulate in valleys and basins in California and other Western states. Los Angeles experiences at least one extra day a year of smog that exceeds federal ozone limits because of nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide emitted by Chinese factories making goods for export, the analysis found.

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CARB approves $423M plan to mitigate harm from Volkswagen defeat devices; significant investments in heavy-duty vehicles and equipment sectors

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MAY 26, 2018

Over the next 10 years this plan will put in place not only tools to clean up VW’s excess emissions, but also to help achieve further reductions of smog-forming pollution for decades to come. Excess NO x emissions are a major public health concern in California, because they are a key ingredient in formation of ozone (smog), CARB notes.

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Study estimates ~4M children worldwide develop asthma each year because of NO2 air pollution

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APRIL 11, 2019

NO 2 is just one component of air pollution, which is made up of many pollutants (including particulate matter, ozone, carbon monoxide), which are known to have numerous adverse effects on health. NO 2 is a pollutant formed mainly from fossil fuel combustion, and traffic emissions can contribute up to 80% of ambient NO 2 in cities.

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Study: more stringent O3 and PM2.5 air pollution standards could save thousands of lives, greatly improve public health

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AUGUST 11, 2016

The EPA sets standards for six principal air pollutants to meet its obligation under the Clean Air Act to protect the health of the American public, including vulnerable populations, by an adequate margin of safety. The ATS recommended standards for O 3 and PM 2.5

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Stanford Professor Urges EPA to Include Black Carbon in Endangerment Finding

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MAY 18, 2009

In testimony for the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) public hearing ( earlier post ) on the proposed endangerment finding for greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act ( earlier post ), Stanford Professor Mark Jacobson urged the EPA to include black carbon in the finding. F, with about 40% due to ozone.

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Study finds paved surfaces in Houston worsen air quality

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JUNE 8, 2011

Policy makers might also consider new approaches to development as cities work to clean up unhealthy air. Houston, with a mix of petrochemical facilities, sprawling suburbs, and traffic jams that stretch for miles, has some of the highest levels of ground-level ozone and other air pollutants in the United States.

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California ARB Seeks Further Reductions of Diesel Emissions at State Rail Yards

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2009

Increased leadership from US EPA and the railroads, along with funding to address California’s needs, would signal a clean-air commitment that must be made to protect those who live and work near rail yards. BNSF has been operating four liquefied natural gas yard locomotives in downtown Los Angeles since the mid-1990s.

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California Energy Commission adopts $100M investment plan for 2013-2014 for green vehicles and fuels

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MAY 9, 2013

5 million for light-duty plug-in electric vehicle rebates to meet high demand for the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program, administered by the California Air Resources Board. $5 5 million for manufacturing projects, supporting economic development and clean transportation technology. $4 4 million to emerging opportunities.

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California to award $23.6M for zero-emission drayage trucks at seaports; BYD, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo

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MAY 5, 2016

They are also designed to accelerate the commercialization of heavy-duty advanced, zero-emission technologies, establishing a path for implementing SCAQMD’s clean air plan currently under development. The SCAQMD is the air pollution control agency for Orange County and major portions of Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties.

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UB study finds link between ambient ozone exposure, artery wall thickness

Study links ambient PM2.5 and ozone specifically caused by vehicle exhaust emissions to ~361,000 premature deaths worldwide in 2010 and ~385,000 in 2015

California ARB approves air quality plan for South Coast Air Basin ahead of 2023 deadline; calls for Federal action

Yale study finds asphalt a significant source of air pollution, especially on hot, sunny days

Annual American Lung Association report shows continued progress in air quality, but more to be done

Transient Plasma Systems says advances are bringing plasma ignition technology closer to commercialization

Study: consumer products overtake transportation as largest source of VOCs air pollution in cities

California workshop on hydrogen and fuel cells in ports

Study first to quantify amount of US pollution resulting from Chinese manufacturing for exports

CARB approves $423M plan to mitigate harm from Volkswagen defeat devices; significant investments in heavy-duty vehicles and equipment sectors

Study estimates ~4M children worldwide develop asthma each year because of NO2 air pollution

Study: more stringent O3 and PM2.5 air pollution standards could save thousands of lives, greatly improve public health

Stanford Professor Urges EPA to Include Black Carbon in Endangerment Finding

Study finds paved surfaces in Houston worsen air quality

California ARB Seeks Further Reductions of Diesel Emissions at State Rail Yards

California Energy Commission adopts $100M investment plan for 2013-2014 for green vehicles and fuels

California to award $23.6M for zero-emission drayage trucks at seaports; BYD, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo

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