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Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems introduces 63% efficient, 540MW JAC gas turbine; -70% CO2 compared to older coal-fired plants

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The JAC maintains the long-standing features of a compressor shaft end drive, two-bearing rotor structure, axial flow exhaust, bolt-connected discs with torque pins on the compressor rotor and the CURVIC couplings on the turbine rotor discs. The MHPS JAC offers plant operators enhanced flexibility through the use of air cooling technology.

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EPA says methane emissions from natural gas production have dropped 36% from 2007-2011

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The methane and non-combustion CO 2 emissions from natural gas systems are generally process related, with normal operations, routine maintenance, and system upsets being the primary contributors. Routine maintenance emissions originate from pipelines, equipment, and wells during repair and maintenance activities. Tg CO 2 eq.)

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Toyota, Aisin to Provide Improved Residential SOFCs for 2010 Test Project

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In addition, durability and ease-of-maintenance have also been improved to enhance product marketability. As a result, high generating efficiency can be maintained regardless of the electrical power demand, cutting both running costs and CO2 emissions.

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SEAT pushes forward with CNG line-up

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It provides the opportunity to reduce CO2 emissions without impacting on our vehicles’ distinctive characteristics. Plus, the maintenance costs of the TGI models are similar to those of traditional combustion engine vehicles. SEAT is committed to boosting CNG as a sustainable alternative to conventional fossil fuels.

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New Fuso Canter with EcoEfficiency; up to 9% more fuel efficient; new hybrid

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At the same time, CO2 emissions have been reduced by a similar amount. Here the exhaust gases are cleaned by a combination of exhaust gas recirculation, oxidation catalytic converter and particulate filter. In all models, the particulate filter is configured for the vehicle lifetime and is maintenance-free—i.e.,

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New Engines for the New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé: More Power, Less CO2

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liter, four-cylinder diesel features latest-generation common-rail direct injection, fast piezo injectors, enhanced exhaust gas recirculation, and new twin turbochargers to ensure spontaneous power delivery and excellent performance characteristics. All of the engines for the new E-Class Coupé are EU5-compliant. New four-cylinder diesel.

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European release date of Chevrolet Spark revealed

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Both engines include advanced features such as port deactivation which improves exhaust gas recirculation and leads to optimal fuel efficiency and idle stability. The smaller of the units can power the car from 0-62mph in 15.5 seconds, with a top speed of 96mph.