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California ARB moves forward with climate and air quality actions

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On the first day of a two-day board meeting—the second day of which (Friday 24 March) will consider the Advanced Clean Cars Midterm Review—the California Air Resources Board (ARB) took a number of climate and air quality actions. This plan will also help reduce nitrous oxide, a potent greenhouse gas, and fine particle pollution.

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European automotive sector calls for vehicle renewal incentives to kickstart economic recovery after COVID-19; 25-point action plan

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The plan was issued by the four associations representing the full automotive supply chain: from equipment and tire suppliers, to vehicle manufacturers, to dealers and workshops (ACEA, CECRA, CLEPA and ETRMA). Reopen dealerships and motor vehicle workshops as soon as possible. Consider temporary flexibilities in competition rules.

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

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In his January 2015 inaugural address, California Governor Jerry Brown identified five key climate change strategy “pillars,” which recognize that several major areas of the California economy will need to reduce their emissions to meet California’s ambitious climate change goals. Source: 2030 Target Scoping Plan Discussion Draft.

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Worlds Coral Reefs Began Decline At 320 ppm Atmospheric CO2

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Atmospheric concentrations of CO 2 currently stand at approximately 385ppm, depending on the part of the world in which the atmosphere is sampled. Atmospheric concentrations of CO 2 currently stand at approximately 385ppm, depending on the part of the world in which the atmosphere is sampled. Jack Rosebro.

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California ARB posts discussion document for developing Advanced Clean Transit (ACT) regulation

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for upcoming workshops on the development of the Advanced Clean Transit (ACT) regulation. These proposed requirements will provide near-term NO x , particulate matter, and GHG emissions reductions to help meet nearer term air quality, climate, and petroleum targets. Provide Regional Flexibility for Zero Emission Buses. Source: ARB.

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US EPA seeking to award up to $1M for project to mitigate black carbon from diesel sources in Russian Arctic

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Jacobson’s calculations indicate that controlling soot could reduce warming above parts of the Arctic Circle by almost 3 degrees Fahrenheit within 15 years. Soot emissions are second only to carbon dioxide in promoting global warming, but its effects have been underestimated in previous climate models. Jacobson, Ph.D.

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

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Making the transition to cleaner, lower polluting near-zero and zero-emission vehicles is a critical component to addressing California’s clean air and climate challenges. —Chairman Nichols. The transportation sector accounts for about 40 percent of the state’s greenhouse gas emissions.