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Greyrock, NREL study determines reduction in GHG and criteria pollutant emissions from using synthetic fuels produced from flare gas

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A “well-to-wheel” life cycle assessment (LCA) by a team from synthetic fuels producer Greyrock ( earlier post ), and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has determined the potential reduction of greenhouse gases and criteria pollutant emissions from the use of synthetic fuels directly converted from flare gas. Tan, E.C.D.,

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Eni and Hera Group partner on conversion of used vegetable oil to renewable diesel for waste collection vehicles

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Results from tests of Enidiesel+ have shown major benefits in terms of air quality, the economy and industry. Compared to conventional diesel, Enidiesel+ features a renewable component that reduces polluting emissions by up to 40%, consumption by about 4% and engine maintenance costs.

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California ARB soliciting research suggestions for FY 2012-2013 plan; sustainable communities, behavior, pollutant exposure, air pollution science, GHG targets

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The FY 2011-2012 plan focused primarily on five areas of interest: sustainable communities; behavior and technology adoption; health and air pollution exposures; air pollution science; and greenhouse gas targets. These regulations have led to considerable improvements in air quality throughout California.

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SoCalGas contributing $500K to Sierra Northern Railway-led hydrogen fuel-cell switcher locomotive project

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Creating a fuel cell engine for these trains would potentially eliminate their emissions and provide a much-needed reduction in air pollution from the railways that serve California’s warehouses and ports. Switcher locomotives are a type of engine for trains that carry goods from ports to nearby warehouses.

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Tesla supplier Piedmont Lithium gains mining approval in North Carolina

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The new approval is still conditional on the posting of a $1 million reclamation bond, and many in nearby areas have expressed concerns surrounding water, noise pollution, and additional environmental and community issues. Lithium hydroxide conversion facility. North Carolina has never denied a mining permit application before.

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Tula presenting diesel Dynamic Skip Fire technology at Future Diesel Powertrain Summit in Shanghai

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Engine controller with dDSF: Tula’s proprietary SW for smooth, efficient operation and fuel economy gains. This allows for more efficient conversion of pollutants in the catalyst and reduced NO x , at no additional after treatment hardware cost. dDSF offers the opportunity to decreased after-treatment costs.

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DOE announces $79M for bioenergy research and development

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achieved cultivation compositions), enabling at least 80 GGE per ton conversion yield using literature-based conversion efficiencies. Biomass Component Variability and Feedstock Conversion Interface: Research to lower the cost and improve the reliability of biomass handling and preprocessing.

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