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California workshop on hydrogen and fuel cells in ports

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At this year’s workshop, there will be updates from last year with presentations from ports authorities, terminal operators, trucking companies, hydrogen and fuel cell technology providers, and State funding agencies. This workshop is the follow-up to the Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Ports Workshop 2016, held in Port of Los Angeles.

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FHWA awards Colorado $30M for CNG fueling stations

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The funds will provide for the statewide construction of compressed natural gas fueling stations and the purchase of natural gas vehicles (NGV). As with its predecessor legislation, the MAP-21 provides funding to areas in non-attainment or maintenance for ozone, carbon monoxide, and/or particulate matter.

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California ARB announces $24M grant solicitation for zero-emission truck and bus pilot commercial deployment projects

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microns or less (PM 2.5 ); and NO x emissions that lead to ozone and secondary PM. These vehicles can be purchased, although they typically have higher upfront costs. Medium- and heavy-duty on-road trucks and buses are a significant source of emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG); diesel particulate matter 2.5

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The New Supersonic Boom

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Meanwhile, environmentalists were voicing concern—about how noisy such aircraft are taking off, about the possibility that their high-altitude emissions would erode the ozone layer, and about how disruptive the sonic booms would be. Despite strong support from the FAA, the airline industry, and aerospace companies, the U.S.

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Report argues advanced HD natural gas vehicles foundational for California to hit air and climate goals; near zero-emission potential

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Compared to the 2010 “Business as Usual” scenario—which includes all adopted emission control measures for the South Coast—NO x levels must be reduced by 65% and by 75% to meet the 2023 and 2032 ozone standards, respectively. An 80% reduction of GHG emissions is targeted for 2050, relative to 1990 levels.

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How EV Charging Supports Healthcare Facilities

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Similarly, an IBM Institute for Business Value study found that 67% of respondents preferred to apply for jobs at companies with sustainable endeavors. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, high-inflation rates and labor shortages throughout 2023 have led to uncertainty for healthcare facilities everywhere. million fewer asthma attacks 10.7

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California ARB greenlights states GHG cap-and-trade program

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Companies are not given a specific limit on their greenhouse gas emissions but must supply a sufficient number of allowances (each covering the equivalent of one ton of carbon dioxide) to cover their annual emissions. Click to enlarge.