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million fewer daily absences annually, according to a University of Michigan study. The EPA set out to hasten the transition of school bus fleets to cleaner vehicles in 2012 with its School Bus Rebate Program. 2023) “Randomized design evidence of the attendance benefits of the EPA School Bus Rebate Program.”

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MARCH 7, 2011

The US Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $32 million to fund four new Clean Air Research Centers at universities conducting advanced air pollution research. They are located at: Emory University and Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Ga. Harvard University, Boston, Mass. Harvard University, Boston, Mass.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2012

University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) researchers Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle report that the average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in October reached 24.1 l/100km)—the highest level yet, and up 4.0 mpg from October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring).

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

mpg from October 2007, according to the latest tracking figures from Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). All values are corrected for the changes in the EPA ratings for the Hyundai/Kia vehicles that were issued on 2 November.). Average sales-weighted mpg.

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AUGUST 6, 2009

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has joined the EcoCAR consortium as a platinum sponsor of EcoCAR: The NeXt Challenge. EPA’s Office of Transportation and Air Quality (OTAQ) will serve as a major sponsor of the EcoCAR competition, providing technical advice and mentoring in the areas of greenhouse gas and tailpipe emissions.

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JANUARY 4, 2013

l/100km), according to the latest monthly report from Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in December was 23.9 This is an increase of 3.8 Source: UMTRI. Click to enlarge. in October.

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JUNE 5, 2012

The average sales-weighted fuel economy (adjusted EPA window sticker value) of new vehicles purchased in the US dropped 0.2 L/100km), likely reflecting the slight reduction the price of gasoline, according to the monthly report from researchers at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). mpg US (9.9

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

l/100 km), according to the latest monthly analysis from Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that. The average fuel-economy (window-sticker) value of new vehicles sold. value is up 0.1

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AUGUST 18, 2020

Drawing on both fundamental and applied research capabilities within National Labs, universities, and industry, the Plastics Innovation Challenge accelerates innovations that will significantly reduce plastic waste in oceans and landfills and position the US as global leaders in advanced plastics recycling technologies.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2012

mpg from December, according to figures from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). Additionally, when a vehicle model was sold during a particular model year but it is not listed in that year’s EPA fuel economy guide, the fuel economy value(s) from the most recently available year were used.

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JULY 5, 2012

L/100km), according to figures from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). This index is based on a different set of EPA ratings than the window-sticker values.). The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in June was 23.6 This represents an improvement of 3.5

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JULY 13, 2016

For example, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced new regulations to limit methane emissions in the oil and gas industry. The new capital will be used to scale Alphabet Energy’s production for the oil and gas and automotive industries, both under intense regulatory pressure to curb emissions.

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MAY 2, 2012

L/100 km), according to the latest figures from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). This index is based on a different set of EPA ratings than the window-sticker values.). The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in April was 23.9 mpg from March.

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MAY 25, 2016

In an accompanying editorial in The Lancet , Dr. Bert Brunekreef, a professor at Utrecht University in The Netherlands, and Dr. Barbara Hoffmann, a professor of the University of Düsseldorf in Germany, described the study as “ exemplary.” The MESA Air study was funded in 2004 by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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OCTOBER 8, 2013

When it comes to Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE), car makers are exceeding expectations--but are still behind the curve--a report from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) says. In 2011, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway.'

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

Validation scale testing into the Bass Islands Formation in Michigan demonstrated the efficacy of carbonates rocks as a potential storage target in the MRCSP region. The field tests provided opportunities for US EPA Region 4, U.S. This was the first known injection test into the Mount Simon for purposes of qualifying storage potential.

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JANUARY 21, 2010

The project will also be peer reviewed by a group of experts including Rob Cox, Technical Director, IPIECA, UK; Robert Larson, Associate Director, Transportation and Climate Division, US EPA; Bruce Dale, Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science / DOE Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, University of Michigan; Bliss Baker, (..)

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OCTOBER 3, 2013

Achieved Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) fuel economy performance has exceeded the anticipated levels for 2012 and 2013 model years—the two years that the current standard has been in effect—according to a new analysis by Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI).

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MARCH 7, 2019

GTI and its partners will address natural gas engine and vehicle availability by developing a production intent, optimized, spark ignited natural gas engine demonstrating near-zero emissions and meeting EPA 2027MY greenhouse gas (GHG) targets in a Class 6 vocational vehicle.

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JULY 1, 2011

The most recent (April 2011) value of the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute ( UMTRI ) Eco-Driving Index (EDI) stands at 0.86, indicating that in April 2011 there was a 14% reduction of emissions per driver of newly purchased vehicles in the US compared to the situation in October 2007. Source: UMTRI.

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JANUARY 13, 2024

safety and EPA certification, the EV startup REE Automotive reported this week. As University of Michigan researchers recently highlighted, it depends on where you live. EPA on Monday touted another $1 billion of federal spending on electric and low-emission school buses. Looking at 14 different U.S.

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

—Jake Beaulieu of the University of Notre Dame and the US EPA, and lead author of the PNAS paper. Linda Ashkenas of Oregon State University; Lee Cooper of the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory in Solomons, Md.; Linda Ashkenas of Oregon State University; Lee Cooper of the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory in Solomons, Md.;

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MARCH 6, 2013

EPA recommends a 10% decrement.) The study includes a brief discussion on the effects of potential future changes in vehicle fuel economy, vehicle distance travelled, and vehicle load on the amount of fuel used for personal transportation. In other words, a 20% increase in fuel economy would result in a net 18% reduction in fuel consumption.

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OCTOBER 7, 2015

mpg, according to the University of Michigan. Average new-car fuel economy continues to hover around 25 mpg, according to recent analysis. The sales-weighted average window sticker fuel economy for new cars in September was 25.2

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JULY 2, 2010

The remaining vehicles—two in the Mainstream class and 13 in the Alternative class—will now proceed to the Finals Stage, set for 19-30 July at Michigan International Speedway (MIS) in Brooklyn, Mich. For emissions, vehicles had to meet the minimum US EPA emissions standards in on-track challenges. TW4XP, TW4XP (Italy) Battery Electric.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2016

A new report from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) reviews the major advantages and disadvantages associated with battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs). kWh (EPA is now using $0.13 Among their findings: A note on fuel pricing and cost per mile.

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JANUARY 29, 2015

University of Michigan researchers have developed a new process that can sprout microscopic spikes on nearly any type of particle and that may lead to more environmentally friendly paints and a variety of other innovations. The “hedgehog particles” are named for their bushy appearance under the microscope.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2011

The EPA is considering the adoption of a letter grade system with grading notches that would rate vehicles by fuel economy and emissions. Under the Canadian feebate program, cars that get 43 mpg, for example, qualify for a $2,000 rebate, while cars that get 42 mpg receive a $1,500 rebate.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

Separately, a new study by John DeCicco at the University of Michigan concluded that new fleet fuel economy could increase to (unadjusted) 52 mpg (4.52 For the consumer pocketbook analysis, a five-year auto loan at 7% interest is assumed (which is the average auto loan rate for the past 20 years). L/100km) by 2025 and 74 mpg (3.18

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JUNE 19, 2015

In 2012 the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which regulates fuel economy, and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which regulates greenhouse gas emissions, proposed new unified standards for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions over the years 2017 to 2025. Background. to 41 mpg by 2021 and 48.7

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APRIL 29, 2016

The Bakken Formation, a shale oil and gas field in North Dakota and Montana, is emitting roughly 2% (about 250,000 tons per year) of the globe’s ethane, according to new study led by researchers at the University of Michigan. Credit: Lee Murray, NASA GISS/Columbia University. Click to enlarge. Gvakharia, A. Peischl, T.

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MARCH 7, 2011

Last year, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) selected Dr. Liao as the recipient of the 2010 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Academic Award for his work in genetically engineering microorganisms to make higher alcohols (those with more than two carbons in the molecule) from glucose or directly from carbon dioxide.

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OCTOBER 20, 2012

A new study led by researchers at the University of Michigan compared regulated and unregulated emissions from both light-duty passenger car (1.7 Panels show (a) PM 2.5 , (b) elemental carbon (EC), (c) NO x , (d) CO, (e) formaldehyde, and (f) sum of target VOCs. Credit: ACS, Chin et al. Click to enlarge. L) and medium-duty (6.4

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NOVEMBER 7, 2016

The EPA Tier 3 emissions standards are going to be incredibly difficult to meet. One example of the potential for low-temperature combustion (LTC) engine technology for range extended electric vehicles (REEV) presented at the Symposium was work by Ali Solouk and Assistant Professor Mahdi Shahbakhti at Michigan Technological University.

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MAY 12, 2024

Former President and current Presidential candidate Donald Trump reportedly tried to collect $1 billion in donations from top oil executives at Mar-a-Lago over the promise that Trump would scrap stricter EPA emissions rules anticipated to drive up the sales of EVs. population lives with unhealthy air.

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APRIL 16, 2009

Reddit Recent posts from Green Tech EPA calls greenhouse gases a public threat U.S. Living in Michigan, that means that I cant use a scooter about 5 months of the year. The PUMA looks like it might sell well in university and corporate campuses and those large empty subdivisions in SoCal and Vegas. E-mail Martin. Check it out.

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APRIL 21, 2009

Some answers on consumer expectations and daily performance should come out of evaluations of the prototypes to be conducted at the Irvine and Berkeley campuses of the University of California that will begin later this month. Bloomberg ). if you really want to go for any alternative vehicle -- now that battery technology is so much better.

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