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Provisional agreement reached on European CO2 standards for heavy-duty trucks; 30% lower by 2030

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With the first-ever EU emission standards for trucks agreed, we are completing the legal framework to reach the European target of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40% by 2030. The European Parliament and Council have reached an ambitious and balanced agreement.

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Does planting trees generate sufficient carbon credits?

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In order to somewhat counteract the CO2 emissions they produce, various major corporations globally purchase what are known as carbon credits. Carbon credits legally enable companies to emit certain quantities of CO2 as […] The post Does planting trees generate sufficient carbon credits?

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Combating climate change via carbon credits | Autocar Professional

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Notably, one carbon credit corresponds to one metric ton of CO2 or equivalent emissions that have been removed. Within the former, although buyers are not legally obligated to curb emissions, proceed with it voluntarily to foster a healthier eco-space, despite it incurring a high cost. Upon success, they receive carbon credits.

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European CO2 emissions ahead of 2015’s 130g/km target

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Average CO2 emissions for new cars sold in Europe during 2013 were 4% more efficient than those sold in 2012. Data from the European Environment Agency (EEA) shows that collectively, Europe''s car fleet emitted an average of 127g/km of CO2, three grams ahead of 2015''s legal limit. Stronger sales [.].

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New cars in Europe in 2013 collectively met 2015 CO2 target two years ahead of the deadline

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Cars sold in Europe in 2013 were collectively 4% more efficient than the year before, according to provisional data from the European Environment Agency (EEA). Thus, in 2013 the European Union fleet already collectively met its legal target for 2015.

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EEA says industrial air pollution cost Europe up to €169 billion in 2009; some 37% attributed to CO2

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Air pollution from the 10,000 largest polluting facilities in Europe cost citizens between €102–169 billion (US$135–224 billion) in 2009, according to a new report from the European Environment Agency (EEA) which analyzed the costs of harm to health and the environment caused by air pollution. Log scale) Source: EEA.

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Car makers wrong to suggest CO2 rules will make cars more expensive, report finds

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Claims from the car industry that higher legally binding fuel efficiency targets would make cars more expensive, have been undermined today, by a new report from Transport & Environment (T&E).

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