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Cambridge study of near-term alternative London bus technologies finds lean-burn CNG most costly with greater climate impact than diesel

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Annual GHG emissions relative to BASE Scenario (BASE Scenario = 949 kt CO 2 e on a 100-year GWP basis) for differing London bus fleet technology options. Percent change relative to baseline scenario bus emissions using different drivetrain and emission control strategy scenarios. Credit: ACS, Chong et al. Click to enlarge.

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T&E study: EVs can be cheaper for Uber drivers to run than latest diesels in many European capitals

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This is because of cheaper electricity, lower EV retail prices and higher purchase incentives in France. As cities and countries announce bans on diesel and petrol cars to fight air pollution and climate change, the appeal of driving emissions-free vehicles such as electric cars increases.

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14 Major Cities Form C40 Electric Vehicle Network

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In collaboration with four vehicle manufacturers and the Clinton Climate Initiative (CCI), these cities will focus on four key areas necessary for becoming electric vehicle ready. Develop and publish a plan to mobilize demand for electric vehicles in city fleets for the period 2010 - 2013 and rally private fleets to the safe end.

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City of Bogota, Columbia launches electric taxi pilot; part of C40-CCI EV Network

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C40 is about action, and I commend Bogota for taking this decisive step to implement innovative new transport policies that will improve the quality of life in the city and address climate change. —Jay Carson, CEO, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group. The C40-CCI Electric Vehicle Network.

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British Airways Partnering With Solena on Renewable Jet Fuel Plant; F-T Biojet Use Targeted for 2014

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The self-contained plant, likely to be sited in east London, will convert 500,000 tonnes of waste per year into 16 million gallons of green jet fuel through a process that offers lifecycle greenhouse gas savings of up to 95% compared to fossil-fuel derived jet kerosene. —The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson.

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Getting the personal story `

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We help consumers understand the value of a particular EV purchase,” said Sonja Cary, NBEAA’s president. “We If they have nothing to show, dealers tell customers to try the local car club,” Cary said, remembering back to an instance where a couple was considering the purchase of a Hyundai Ioniq 5.

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Four i-MiEVs join Transport for London Fleet

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Transport for London (TfL) added four Mitsubishi i-MiEVs into its fleet as part of Mayor Boris Johnson’s plans to make London the electric vehicle capital of Europe. Report: City of London One of the Most Polluted Places in Europe. TfL intends to purchase up to 120 electric vehicles by 2015. Earlier post.).

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