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U-M researchers challenge USPS EV environmental study

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Though the Postal Service now says at least 40% of the new delivery vehicles will be electric, the flaws in the USPS environmental analysis remain and need to be addressed, said Woody, a research area specialist at the Center for Sustainable Systems, which is part of the U-M School for Environment and Sustainability. Craig, and Gregory A.

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Colorado Air Quality Control Commission approves low emission vehicle standards beginning in 2022 model year

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The Colorado Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC) approved new low emission vehicle (LEV) standards for new light-duty and medium-duty motor vehicles sold in Colorado beginning in the 2022 model year. Only the federal government and California have the authority to set new motor vehicle emission standards. Earlier post.)

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DOE updates eGallon prices; Sec’y Moniz highlights growth of PEV sales

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More and more Americans are taking advantage of the low and stable price of electricity as a transportation fuel, and that’s very good news for our economy as well as the environment. eGallon prices are available for all 50 states and the District of Columbia on Energy.gov/eGallon. —Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz.

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Engine products group files legal challenge to EPAs partial waiver for E15

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Further, administrative records fail to demonstrate that even new model year motor vehicles (other than flexible fuel vehicles) would not be damaged and result in failures when run on E-15. Earlier post.). A partial waiver, by its nature, necessarily will result in the misfueling of products not designed or tested for E-15 use.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

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As a mariner, I have focused on Health, Safety, & Environment concerns. Provide clear goals, committee independence About Sterling: Sterling drives a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor AWD FSD and is an electric automobile enthusiast while employed as a vetting specialist for ConocoPhillips. Let’s meet the candidates.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

As a mariner, I have focused on Health, Safety, & Environment concerns. Provide clear goals, committee independence About Sterling: Sterling drives a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor AWD FSD and is an electric automobile enthusiast while employed as a vetting specialist for ConocoPhillips. Let’s meet the candidates.