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Volkswagen investing in climate protection projects to compensate for unavoidable CO2 emissions

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Volkswagen is investing in climate protection projects to compensate for unavoidable CO 2. degree report of leading climate scientists states that natural carbon sinks are essential for meeting climate goals and we want to contribute towards this. 3, as well as emissions from other areas. Furthermore, the IPCC 1.5-degree

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MAHLE criticizes EC CO2 regulation proposal for abandoning technology neutrality

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Commenting on the set of proposals, automotive component supplier MAHLE noted that climate protection is the key task for the shaping of mobility, and said that it welcomed the definition of a path towards climate neutrality. As a result, all new cars registered as of 2035 will be zero-emission.

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Tesla Model Y converted into green hydrogen car to show “Hyper Hybrid” innovations

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Karliczek, for his part, noted in a press release that such a project is incredibly important since “green hydrogen” is a valuable building block for climate protection. . Dafür wurden, so #Karliczek CO2-Abgase aus der Stahlindustrie zu Kraftstoffen „recycelt“. CO2 will continue to be produced.

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Volkswagen brand intends to almost halve environmental impact of production by 2025 vs. 2010 baseline

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The approach adopted means that the plants which form part of Volkswagen’s global production network systematically exchange information on their respective success stories and adopt the most appropriate measures from each other. In future, the weighting will shift to 60 percent global and 40 percent local.

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BMW outlines iFACTORY production strategy; transformation to e-mobility; Plant Debrecen first CO2-free plant

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The strategic vision of the global production network is the BMW iFACTORY. with an integrative, global approach. The BMW iFACTORY is now set to strengthen the proven success factors of the global production network. By 2030 we aim to reduce CO2 emissions from production by 80 percent compared to 2019, — Milan Nedeljkovi?.

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U-Mich researcher’s first-principles analysis challenges conventional carbon accounting for biofuels; implications for climate policy

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Such an approach can indicate policy directions consistent with fostering the conditions that comprehensive analyses imply are necessary for climate protection. Controlling the net CO2 emissions impact of fuels (reducing carbon intensity) Using carbon-free fuels (electricity, hydrogen) produced with low net GHG emissions.

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NExBTL Pilot Test Shows Lower NOx and CO2 Emissions with Renewable Diesel

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As a global logistics company that operates a large fleet of vehicles, we want to actively support research into biofuels from renewable sources. At the same time, the requirements for companies are becoming more demanding regarding climate protection. Manfred Schuckert, company strategist at Daimler AG.

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