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Study finds global emissions of several banned ozone-destroying CFCs are increasing

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APRIL 10, 2023

New analysis has found increasing emissions of several ozone-depleting chemicals despite their production being banned for most uses under the Montreal Protocol—and a loophole in the rules is likely responsible. According to the researchers, emissions from these CFCs currently do not significantly threaten ozone recovery.

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HEI launches two new non-tailpipe particulate emission studies

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JANUARY 8, 2023

The Health Effects Institute (HEI) has launched two new studies funded under RFA 21-1, Quantifying Real-World Impacts of Non-Tailpipe Particulate Matter Emissions. What is the contribution of NTP emissions to ambient PM in large, high traffic cities? The project will be executed as four integrated sub-studies.

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Study: 2/3 of aviation climate impact due to emissions other than CO2

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

of the human-made climate impact; two-thirds of this impact are caused by emissions other than CO 2 , according to a new study by researchers in Europe and the US. The study was published in the journal Atmospheric Environment. This new study is based on a thorough review of a decade of research on aviation emissions.

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HEI study links fossil fuel combustion with more than 1 million deaths globally

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DECEMBER 15, 2021

Fossil fuel combustion, a major source of air pollution, contributed to more than one million deaths globally in 2017, more than 27% of all deaths from outdoor fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ), according to a new report published by the Health Effects Institute (HEI). According to HEI’s State of Global Air , PM 2.5

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MIT study finds computational load for widespread autonomous driving could be a huge driver of global carbon emissions

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JANUARY 15, 2023

of global greenhouse gas emissions, or about as much carbon as the country of Argentina produces annually, according to the International Energy Agency. Realizing that less attention has been paid to the potential footprint of autonomous vehicles, the MIT researchers built a statistical model to study the problem.

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Study finds limiting warming to 2 °C would require at least a $200/t carbon tax globally

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MAY 6, 2022

All regions of the world do not—and will not—experience the effects of CO 2 emissions in the same way. These heterogeneous effects mean that different countries will have differing incentives to abide by the Paris Agreement, which aims to limit global warming below 2 °C relative to pre-Industrial levels.

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California EV adoption driving steady decline in emissions: study

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APRIL 7, 2024

A new study from the University of California (UC) Berkeley shows a steady, albeit modest, decline in carbon emissions with increased electric vehicle (EV) adoption over the last few years. The data shows a gradual decline in carbon dioxide emissions, representing a 1.8-percent BEV sales in the U.S. What are your thoughts?

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Global study shows uneven urbanization among large cities in the last two decades

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JANUARY 7, 2021

According to the latest report from the United Nations (UN), the global population in 2018 was 7.6 By 2050, the global population is expected to soar to 9.7 Due to the rapid economic growth in the study period, China invested a large amount of resources into infrastructure construction for advancing the urban living environment.

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Study finds carbon emissions benefits of reduction in oil demand depend on size of drop and global oil market structure

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NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The study, published as an open-access paper in Nature , offers a closer look at the relationship between decreasing demand for oil and a resilient, varied oil market—and the carbon footprint associated with both. It’s complex, and it’s not linear. Our model takes that into consideration. —Mohammad Masnadi.

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Monash study on solar-driven electrolysis for green hydrogen production cautions on life-cycle emissions and EROI

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AUGUST 23, 2021

The open-access paper on the study is published in the RSC journal Energy & Environmental Science. Solar farm electricity generation was determined using average global horizontal irradiance (GHI) for Learmonth, Western Australia of 2,200 kWh m -2 yr -1. This is higher than the global average of 510 g CO 2 -e kWh -1.

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Expleo develops closed-loop, e-methanol fuel cell solution for global shipping

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AUGUST 11, 2022

UK-based Expleo, a global engineering, technology and consultancy service provider, has developed a closed-loop fuel solution for global shipping that delivers a 92% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHGe) in the model vessel. —Jonathan Taylor, VP of Marine, Expleo. million (US$1.7

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Study confirms €1T green hydrogen potential for Africa

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DECEMBER 22, 2022

Africa can produce 50 million tons of green hydrogen a year by 2035, according to a new study by the European Investment Bank (EIB), International Solar Alliance and the African Union, with the support of the Government of Mauritania, HyDeal and UCLG Africa. This is equivalent to energy costs of US$60 a barrel. . €1

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Study finds methane emissions from coal mines ~50% higher than previously thought

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FEBRUARY 1, 2021

In addition to coal mining, other major sources of methane emissions globally include wetlands, agriculture, and oil and gas facilities. The study is one of the first to account for methane leaking from old, abandoned mines. The study is the first to attempt to account for methane escaping from abandoned mines.

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Argonne study compares life cycle emissions of battery-grade lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide from brines and ores

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JULY 14, 2021

An open-access paper on the study is published in the journal Resources, Conservation and Recycling. Production of Li 2 CO 3 from brine-based resources had less life cycle GHG emissions and freshwater consumption per tonne of Li 2 CO 3 than Li 2 CO 3 from ore-based resources. Kelly et al. —Michael Wang.

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Study finds high-density, low-rise cities such as Paris may be optimal urban form for reducing life cycle GHG emissions

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AUGUST 15, 2021

A study by researchers at CU Boulder and Edinburgh Napier University finds that high-density, low-rise environments such as those found in Paris are the optimal urban form when looking to reduce greenhouse gas emissions over their whole life cycle. However, urban environmental design often neglects life cycle GHG emissions.

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ICCT study urges taxing frequent fliers to decarbonize aviation fairly

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

A tax on frequent flying could generate revenues needed to deeply decarbonize aviation through midcentury while concentrating the cost burden on those who fly the most, according to a new study from the International Council on Clean Transportation. degree C cap on global temperature. degree C cap on global temperature.

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Study finds global emissions of ethane and propane underestimated by more than 50%

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FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Global levels of the hydrocarbons ethane and propane in the atmosphere have been underestimated by more than 50%, according to a new study by a team of scientists from Europe and the US. The study used data collected from 20 observatories world-wide. —Professor Ally Lewis, a co-author of the study.

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Modeling study suggests 1.8M excess deaths attributable to urban air pollution in 2019

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JANUARY 7, 2022

A new modeling study led by researchers from George Washington Universit (GWU) finds that 86% of people living in cities worldwide (~2.5 million excess deaths in cities globally in 2019. In the first study, researchers looked at PM 2.5. disease burdens compare across urban areas globally, with most assessments analyzing PM 2.5

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Study: Fossil fuel CO2 emissions reached max daily decline of 17% in April

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MAY 20, 2020

A preliminary analysis of global data has found that carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel sources reached a maximum daily decline of 17% in April as a result of drastic decline in energy demand that have occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. Percentage change in global daily fossil CO 2 emissions, Jan-May 2020.

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Novel adaptation for existing blast furnaces could reduce steelmaking emissions by 88%; closed-loop carbon recycling

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JANUARY 26, 2023

Researchers from the University of Birmingham have designed a novel adaptation for existing blast furnaces that could reduce CO 2 emissions from the steelmaking industry by nearly 90%. billion in 5 years while reducing overall UK emissions by 2.9%. If implemented in the UK alone, the system could deliver cost savings of £1.28

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UCL-led study finds climate impact caused by growing space industry needs urgent mitigation

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JUNE 26, 2022

The rapidly growing space industry may have a greater climate effect than the aviation industry and undo repair to the protective ozone layer if left unregulated, according to a new study led by UCL and published in the journal Earth’s Future as an open-access paper. Effect of rocket launch and re-entry emissions on global climate forcing.

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Study finds steelmaking by electric arc furnace in US produces up to 75% less carbon emissions

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JULY 26, 2022

This is the finding of an independent study of steelmakers worldwide conducted by CRU Group, a global business intelligence firm specializing in metals manufacturing. The study was conducted from November 2021 to June 2022 and was independently managed by CRU. —Philip Bell, president, SMA.

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ICCT LCA study finds only battery and hydrogen fuel-cell EVs have potential to be very low-GHG passenger vehicle pathways

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JULY 21, 2021

The ICCT has conducted a comprehensive global and temporal life-cycle assessment of GHG emissions from a variety of alternative passenger car powertrains and fuels. The life-cycle GHG emissions of cars registered in 2021 are compared with those of cars expected to be registered in 2030.

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Alumobility study: aluminum top hat provides automakers a lighter, sustainable alternative

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OCTOBER 12, 2021

Further, the aluminum top hat can meet or exceed performance criteria while using the same package space as steel, offering an opportunity for weight savings that translates into improved fuel economy and lower emissions on an internal combustion engine vehicle, or greater performance and range or reduced battery size for electric vehicles.

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Keliber says studies show its lithium hydroxide will have smaller carbon footprint than most of the competition

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MARCH 10, 2022

Keliber, a Finnish mining and battery chemical company that aims to start the sustainable production of battery-grade lithium hydroxide, has analyzed the CO 2 emissions generated by its future production using two studies. In the comparison, Keliber shows the lowest emission intensity of 4.38 tonnes/produced tonne.

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Study suggests global impact of obesity may be extra ~700MT/y CO2eq: about 1.6% of worldwide GHG emissions

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DECEMBER 23, 2019

Therefore, the researchers conclude, the total impact of obesity may be an extra emissions of ~700 megatons per year of CO 2 eq—about 1.6% of worldwide GHG emissions. Their open-access study is published in the journal Obesity , the flagship journal of The Obesity Society. —Magkos et al.

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Global Carbon Project: Global carbon emissions growth slows, but hits record high

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DECEMBER 5, 2019

Driven by rising natural gas and oil consumption, levels of CO 2 are expected to hit 37 billion metric tons this year, according to new estimates from the Global Carbon Project (GCP), an initiative led by Stanford University scientist Rob Jackson. over 2018 emissions. over 2018 emissions. That compares to 2.1% growth in 2017.

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Study finds coal trains add significant amount of PM2.5 pollution in urban areas

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MAY 1, 2023

Coal trains and terminal operations add a significant amount of fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) pollution to urban areas—more so than other freight or passenger trains— according to a study conducted in Richmond, California, by the University of California, Davis. million deaths per year globally. µg/m 3 (95% CI = 6.2,

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Study finds emissions from road construction could be halved using today’s technology

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MAY 19, 2020

The construction sector accounts for a quarter of CO 2 emissions, in Sweden and globally. All the materials and activities involved in its construction were calculated for their total climate impact: energy and materials used in the construction and what emissions these contribute to. Karlsson et al. What materials are used?

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S&P Global report forecasts absolute emissions from Canadian oil sands to decline even as production grows

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APRIL 6, 2022

By the middle of this decade greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Canadian oil sands production should be in decline even as production continues to grow, according to a new comprehensive report by S&P Global Commodity Insights that takes into account current technology trends and production growth. —Kevin Birn.

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Study finds future-fuel demand for shipping industry equal to entire current global production of renewables

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MAY 20, 2022

Particular opportunity for the Global South identified as net-zero fuel production costs expected to be up to 20% lower in Latin America and Africa. It finds that to achieve the IEA’s Net Zero Emissions by 2050 scenario, the world would need an 18-fold increase in existing renewable production capacity. London, UK. Vancouver, Canada.

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Nissan and Sunwoda jointly to study battery development for e-POWER vehicles

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JUNE 23, 2020

will begin studying joint development of next-generation vehicle batteries for Nissan’s e-POWER vehicles. Nissan and Sunwoda aim to conclude a final agreement by the end of this year, based on the specific content and conditions of the study. Nissan Motor Co., and Sunwoda Electric Vehicle Battery Co., Earlier post.).

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Study links PM2.5 pollution with millions of preterm births globally

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FEBRUARY 19, 2017

A new study, led by a team from The Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) at the University of York, has found that in 2010, about 2.7 million preterm births globally—or 18% of all pre-term births—were associated with outdoor exposure to fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ).The Environment International. Malley et al.

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Study: annual climate impact of wild pigs could be greater than 1.1M cars

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JULY 20, 2021

million cars, according to a new study by an international team led by researchers from The University of Queensland and The University of Canterbury. Their study appears in Global Change Biology. Using existing models on wild pig numbers and locations, the team simulated 10,000 maps of potential global wild pig density.

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UC Davis report urges policy actions to accelerate equitable transition to ZEVs in Global South

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MAY 26, 2023

Facilitating a Transition to Zero Emission Vehicles in the Global South ” examines the status of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) uptake across the world and considers how to accelerate the transition. Despite these developments, the global distribution of ZEVs remains deeply uneven, the report says.

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UCSD study: under current policies, home energy storage would often increase carbon emissions

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DECEMBER 12, 2018

Under current policies, home energy storage systems would also often increase carbon emissions, according to a study by a team of researchers at the University of California San Diego published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology. —lead author Oytun Babacan, a postdoc at the School of Global Policy and Strategy.

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Study links increased black carbon pollution to increase in cases of lung adenocarcinoma worldwide

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NOVEMBER 28, 2021

The same study also concluded an overall lower consumption of tobacco worldwide is statistically linked to less people contracting lung squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC)—another type of NSCLC. The results of the study were published in the journal Atmospheric Environment. LSCC is often linked to a history of smoking.

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Chalmers study: ban on sales of fossil-fuel cars greatly reduces lifecycle GHG mainly due to tailpipe emissions; risk of carbon leakage in manufacturing

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MAY 28, 2021

If a ban were introduced on the sale of new gasoline and diesel cars, and they were replaced by electric cars, the result would be a significant reduction in lifecycle carbon dioxide emissions primarily due to reduced tailpipe CO 2 emissions, according to a new lifecycle study by researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden.

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Study estimates global black carbon emissions up 72% from 1960-2007; BC emissions intensity down 52%

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MAY 31, 2014

Black carbon emissions and BC emissions intensity per year. A study led by a team from Peking University has estimated that global black carbon (BC) emissions increased from 5.3 Historical annual BC emissions in the residential sector (A), industrial sector (B), and motor vehicles (C) from 1960 to 2007.

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S&P Global: looming shortfalls in copper supply will short-circuit net-zero goals absent significant new supply

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JULY 15, 2022

The challenge of meeting Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 “will be short-circuited and remain out of reach” unless significant new copper supply comes online in a timely way, according to a new study by S&P Global that examines the growing mismatch between available copper supply and future demand resulting from the energy transition.

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Global study links daily exposure to ozone pollution to increased risk of death

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FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Daily exposure to ground level ozone in cities worldwide is associated with an increased risk of death, according to the largest study of its kind, published in an open-access paper in The BMJ. This is an observational study, so it can’t establish cause, and the researchers point to some limitations.

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Studies find global COVID-19 lockdowns have significantly reduced PM2.5 and NO2 pollution, but ozone up

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MAY 12, 2020

Two new studies in AGU’s journal Geophysical Research Letters find nitrogen dioxide pollution over northern China, Western Europe and the US decreased by as much as 60% in early 2020 as compared to the same time last year. The gas typically enters the atmosphere through emissions from vehicles, power plants, and industrial activities.

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Study finds total greenhouse gas footprint of blue hydrogen “quite high” due to fugitive methane

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AUGUST 13, 2021

“Blue” hydrogen—produced through steam methane reforming (SMR) of natural gas or coal gasification, but with CO 2 capture and storage—is being described as having low or zero carbon emissions. Carbon dioxide emissions, including emissions from developing, processing, and transporting the fuels, are shown in orange.

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NOAA study finds little evidence for large increases in total US methane emissions over the past decade

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MAY 12, 2019

A study by a team of researchers from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Earth System Research Laboratory has found that methane emissions from oil and natural gas production in the United States may not be rising as quickly as had been feared. Methane Emissions over the Past Decade.” 1 for 2006?2015,

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Study finds global emissions of several banned ozone-destroying CFCs are increasing

HEI launches two new non-tailpipe particulate emission studies

Study: 2/3 of aviation climate impact due to emissions other than CO2

HEI study links fossil fuel combustion with more than 1 million deaths globally

MIT study finds computational load for widespread autonomous driving could be a huge driver of global carbon emissions

Study finds limiting warming to 2 °C would require at least a $200/t carbon tax globally

California EV adoption driving steady decline in emissions: study

Global study shows uneven urbanization among large cities in the last two decades

Study finds carbon emissions benefits of reduction in oil demand depend on size of drop and global oil market structure

Monash study on solar-driven electrolysis for green hydrogen production cautions on life-cycle emissions and EROI

Expleo develops closed-loop, e-methanol fuel cell solution for global shipping

Study confirms €1T green hydrogen potential for Africa

Study finds methane emissions from coal mines ~50% higher than previously thought

Argonne study compares life cycle emissions of battery-grade lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide from brines and ores

Study finds high-density, low-rise cities such as Paris may be optimal urban form for reducing life cycle GHG emissions

ICCT study urges taxing frequent fliers to decarbonize aviation fairly

Study finds global emissions of ethane and propane underestimated by more than 50%

Modeling study suggests 1.8M excess deaths attributable to urban air pollution in 2019

Study: Fossil fuel CO2 emissions reached max daily decline of 17% in April

Novel adaptation for existing blast furnaces could reduce steelmaking emissions by 88%; closed-loop carbon recycling

UCL-led study finds climate impact caused by growing space industry needs urgent mitigation

Study finds steelmaking by electric arc furnace in US produces up to 75% less carbon emissions

ICCT LCA study finds only battery and hydrogen fuel-cell EVs have potential to be very low-GHG passenger vehicle pathways

Alumobility study: aluminum top hat provides automakers a lighter, sustainable alternative

Keliber says studies show its lithium hydroxide will have smaller carbon footprint than most of the competition

Study suggests global impact of obesity may be extra ~700MT/y CO2eq: about 1.6% of worldwide GHG emissions

Global Carbon Project: Global carbon emissions growth slows, but hits record high

Study finds coal trains add significant amount of PM2.5 pollution in urban areas

Study finds emissions from road construction could be halved using today’s technology

S&P Global report forecasts absolute emissions from Canadian oil sands to decline even as production grows

Study finds future-fuel demand for shipping industry equal to entire current global production of renewables

Nissan and Sunwoda jointly to study battery development for e-POWER vehicles

Study links PM2.5 pollution with millions of preterm births globally

Study: annual climate impact of wild pigs could be greater than 1.1M cars

UC Davis report urges policy actions to accelerate equitable transition to ZEVs in Global South

UCSD study: under current policies, home energy storage would often increase carbon emissions

Study links increased black carbon pollution to increase in cases of lung adenocarcinoma worldwide

Chalmers study: ban on sales of fossil-fuel cars greatly reduces lifecycle GHG mainly due to tailpipe emissions; risk of carbon leakage in manufacturing

Study estimates global black carbon emissions up 72% from 1960-2007; BC emissions intensity down 52%

S&P Global: looming shortfalls in copper supply will short-circuit net-zero goals absent significant new supply

Global study links daily exposure to ozone pollution to increased risk of death

Studies find global COVID-19 lockdowns have significantly reduced PM2.5 and NO2 pollution, but ozone up

Study finds total greenhouse gas footprint of blue hydrogen “quite high” due to fugitive methane

NOAA study finds little evidence for large increases in total US methane emissions over the past decade

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