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California Assemblymembers introduce bill phasing out gasoline-fueled small off-road engines

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AB 1346 would require new sales of SORE to be zero-emission by 2024 or whenever the California Air Resources Board (CARB) determines is feasible, whichever is later. Smog-forming emissions from small engines will surpass those from passenger vehicles this year. —Assemblymember Marc Berman.

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How Engineers Can Help Protect Earth From Worsening Climate Change

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The day reminds us of the need to protect our planet and its ecosystems against the worsening climate crisis. The climate crisis is threatening people across the world, as well as every species of animal and plant life. Climate change is a global societal crisis that is causing devastating consequences.

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University of Texas at Austin study measuring methane emissions released from natural gas production

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A research team led by The University of Texas at Austin, and including engineering and environmental testing firms URS and Aerodyne Research, is conducting a major field study to measure methane emissions from natural gas production, about which little empirical data exist.

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Study on Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Global Cities Highlights Importance of Geophysical and Technical Factors

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By including upstream emissions from fuels, GHG emissions from cities exceed those attributed to direct end-use by up to 24% (for Toronto). By including upstream emissions from fuels, the researchers found that GHG emissions attributable to cities exceed those from direct end use by up to 24%. Tonnes CO 2 e/capita.

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EPA proposes rule for nationwide 30% cut in GHG from existing power plants by 2030 relative to 2005

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the already widely-discussed (albeit without much detail) “Clean Power Plan” proposal, which mandates a national average 30% cut in greenhouse gas emissions from existing power plants from 2005 levels by 2030. Improving demand-side efficiency.

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Study finds methane leaks from three large US natural gas fields in line with EPA estimates

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We are beginning to get a sense of regional variation in methane emissions from natural gas production. If leak rates are too high, natural gas does not compare favorably with one alternative, coal, in terms of climate impact. CIRES is a partnership of NOAA and the University of Colorado Boulder. tons (33,000 lbs) per hour, or 0.18-0.41%

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ICCT assesses factors driving EV market in US cities

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Such a comprehensive approach is exemplified by California, where the Zero Emission Vehicle regulation helps to catalyze automaker marketing and model availability, complementary policy incentives, and sustained investment in charging infrastructure. Expansion of electric vehicle options is a prerequisite to market growth. cities ”.

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