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EPA adds 1-bromopropane to list of hazardous air pollutants; first addition since 1990

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JUNE 29, 2020

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted petitions to add 1-bromopropane (1-BP) to the list of hazardous air pollutants regulated under the Clean Air Act (CAA). This is the first time since 1990 that EPA has granted a petition to add a hazardous air pollutant to the CAA.

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EPA proposes new heavy-duty truck emissions rules

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MARCH 8, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing new, stronger standards to promote clean air and reduce pollution from heavy-duty vehicles and engines starting in model year (MY) 2027. EPA is co-proposing two regulatory options for new NO x standards: proposed Option 1 and proposed Option 2.

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Achates opposed-piston 3-cylinder 10.6L diesel emissions meet 2027 EPA, CA requirements

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DECEMBER 18, 2020

opposed-piston heavy-duty diesel engine has achieved performance results that comply with pending 2027 requirements of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California to reduce sharply emissions of nitrogen oxides (NO x ). Achates Power’s innovative 3-cylinder, 10.6L Furthermore, the 10.6L Earlier post.).

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EPA proposes first US greenhouse gas emissions standards for aircraft

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JULY 23, 2020

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for airplanes used in commercial aviation and large business jets. The proposed EPA standards would address subsonic jet aircraft with a maximum takeoff mass (MTOM) greater than 5,700 kilograms and subsonic propeller-driven airplanes (e.g.,

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EPA proposes new pollution standards for fossil fuel-fired power plants

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MAY 12, 2023

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed new CO 2 standards for coal and natural gas-fired power plants. Through 2042, EPA estimates the net climate and health benefits of the standards on new gas and existing coal-fired power plants are up to $85 billion.

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EPA proposes endangerment finding for lead emissions from aircraft engines that operate on leaded fuel

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OCTOBER 8, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposed determination that emissions of lead from aircraft that operate on leaded fuel cause or contribute to air pollution that may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health and welfare. EPA is not proposing aircraft engine lead emission standards with this action.

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EPA to evaluate whether lead emissions from piston-engine aircraft endanger human health and welfare

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JANUARY 13, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will evaluate whether emissions from piston-engine aircraft operating on leaded fuel contribute to air pollution that endangers public health and welfare. —EPA Administrator Michael S. This is referred to as an “endangerment finding.”

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EPA to develop options to reduce NOx and PM from locomotives further

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NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responding to petitions from the California Air Resources Board, the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, and the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association to address harmful nitrogen oxide (NO x ) and particulate matter (PM) emissions from locomotives.

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Hyundai Motor puts XCIENT Fuel Cell electric trucks into commercial fleet operation in California with $3.5M from EPA

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

million in 2021 Targeted Airshed Grant (TAG) funding from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to deploy five XCIENT Fuel Cell electric trucks in California. EPA’s TAG program aims to reduce air pollution in areas of the nation with the highest levels of ambient ozone and fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) pollution.

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EPA requires trucking companies to reduce air pollution near Los Angeles schools as part of emissions violation settlement

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NOVEMBER 1, 2018

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced settlements with two interstate trucking companies which will pay $225,000 in penalties to resolve violations of California’s Truck and Bus Regulation. EPA made the announcement at an event at Eastman Avenue Elementary School in Los Angeles, Calif.,

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EPA restores California’s authority to enforce greenhouse gas emission standards for cars and light trucks

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MARCH 10, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reinstated California’s authority under the Clean Air Act to implement its own greenhouse gas (GHG) emission standards and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate.

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EPA proposes rules for chemicals and fuels made from plastic waste-based feedstocks

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JUNE 16, 2023

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued proposed rules under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for 18 chemicals made from plastic waste-derived feedstocks that would ensure they are free from unsafe contaminants before they can be used to make transportation fuels.

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EPA and DOE to provide more than $1B to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas sector

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JULY 2, 2023

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Energy (DOE) are partnering to provide more than $1 billion in funding to help reduce methane emissions from the oil and gas sector through the creation of the Methane Emissions Reduction Program.

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EPA report shows progress in reducing urban air toxics across US; 50% reduction from mobile sources since 1990

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AUGUST 22, 2014

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the Second Integrated Urban Air Toxics Report to Congress—the final of two reports required under the Clean Air Act (CAA) to inform Congress of progress in reducing public health risks from urban air toxics (also referred to as hazardous air pollutants or HAPs).

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EPA proposes updates to emissions standards for refineries

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MAY 16, 2014

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to update the toxic air pollution standards for petroleum refineries. The new rules would further reduce toxic pollution from flaring and other processes and includes new monitoring requirements.

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PM2.5, O3 pollution associated with development of Alzheimer’s disease; new study identifies evolving axonal damage

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DECEMBER 23, 2018

suggesting long-term exposure to PM 2.5 , as well as ozone above the current US EPA standards, are associated with increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Metropolitan Mexico City (MMC) is an example of extreme urban growth and serious environmental pollution; millions of children are involuntarily exposed to harmful concentrations of PM 2.5

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EPA providing up to $3M in funding to reduce diesel emissions from school buses

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OCTOBER 16, 2014

Under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Clean Diesel Rebate program, public and private school bus fleet owners are eligible to apply for funding to replace school buses that have older, dirtier Diesel engines. Older diesel engines emit large amounts of pollutants, such as nitrogen oxides and particulate matter.

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Study finds association of pollution with increased risk of psychiatric disorders

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AUGUST 26, 2019

A new study led by University of Chicago researchers finds an association between exposure to environmental pollution and an increase in the prevalence of neuropsychiatric disorders. Our studies in the United States and Denmark show that living in polluted areas, especially early in life, is predictive of mental disorders.

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EPA dissolves boards of pollution scientists

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OCTOBER 24, 2018

The EPA has dismissed two panels of outside scientists that advised the agency on particulate matter and ground-level ozone, which have been linked to smog and respiratory problems.

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Minnesota becomes latest state to adopt California clean car standards

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JULY 27, 2021

Original map from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The low-emission vehicle (LEV) standard requires vehicle manufacturers to deliver passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs that produce lower greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants for sale in Minnesota. The policy will implement two clean cars standards to reduce vehicle emissions.

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Portable sensors enable monitoring of pollution on smart phones; inferring pollution maps with greater granularity

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DECEMBER 19, 2012

EPA AQI map of the San Diego County region,with a box added to. Boxes represent pollution reading locations during that window. The CitiSense sensors detect ozone, nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide, the most common pollutants emitted by cars and trucks. indicate UCSD campus. Nikzad et al. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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EPA awarding $4.2M for clean diesel projects in six ports

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APRIL 9, 2014

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will award $4.2 EPA is also hosting the “Advancing Sustainable Ports” summit to mark the kickoff of a new initiative to recognize ports that take action to improve environmental performance. million in grant funding for clean diesel projects at six US ports.

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EPA finalizes greenhouse gas standards for LDVs MY 2023-2026

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DECEMBER 21, 2021

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing the federal greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for passenger cars and light trucks for Model Years (MY) 2023 through 2026. EPA is planning to initiate a separate rulemaking to establish multi-pollutant emission standards under the Clean Air Act for MY 2027 and later.

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EPA updates air pollution standards for petroleum refineries; fenceline monitoring

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated air pollution standards to further control toxic air emissions from petroleum refineries. When fully implemented, the rule will result in a reduction of 5,200 tons per year of toxic air pollutants, and 50,000 tons per year of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

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EPA grants waiver for California’s Advanced Clean Car Program

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DECEMBER 27, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has formally granted a California Air Resources Board (CARB) request for a waiver of preemption for its Advanced Clean Car (ACC) regulations. In reaching its waiver decision, EPA determined that the CARB ZEV amendments as they affect 2017 and earlier MYs are within the scope of prior EPA waivers.

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EPA, NHTSA issue One National Program Rule; EPA withdraws CA waiver for GHG and fuel economy

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

For its part, EPA is withdrawing the Clean Air Act preemption waiver it granted to the State of California in January 2013 as it relates to California’s GHG and ZEV programs. criteria pollutants—is not affected by the action. criteria pollutants—is not affected by the action.

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EPA proposes CO2 emission standards for new fossil fuel-fired power plants

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed Clean Air Act standards to reduce CO 2 emissions from fossil-fuel fired power plants (electric utility generating units, EGUs). EPA is proposing two limits for these units, depending on the compliance period that best suits the unit. Background.

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PHEVs pollute more than billed, but EPA just gave them a pass

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MARCH 27, 2024

A new European study finds that plug-in hybrids pollute more than advertised, while in the U.S. the EPA appears ready to give them more emissions leeway. The European Commission study showed that new plug-in hybrids registered in 2021 averaged emissions of 139.5 grams of CO2 per kilometer, which was 3.5

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Study links PM2.5 pollution to increased risk of diabetes; even low levels pose risk

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JULY 1, 2018

pollution—even at levels deemed safe—to an increased risk of diabetes globally. The main drivers of diabetes include eating an unhealthy diet, having a sedentary lifestyle, and obesity, but the new research indicates the extent to which outdoor air pollution plays a role. Louis Health Care System links PM 2.5 million U.S.

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EPA beginning process to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from aircraft under Clean Air Act

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

The information paper indicates that, under the agency’s current schedule, EPA intends to propose its findings in late April 2015, with final determinations expected in spring 2016. —Information paper.

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EPA to award up to $4M for projects to reduce diesel emissions from port fleets

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JANUARY 12, 2014

EPA’s Office of Transportation and Air Quality (OTAQ) is soliciting proposals ( EPA-OAR-OTAQ-14-02 ) that achieve significant reductions in diesel emissions in terms of tons of pollution produced by diesel engines and diesel emissions exposure, from fleets operating at marine and inland water ports.

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DOT, EPA unveil joint proposal for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emission standards: 49.6 mpg CAFE, 163 g/mile GHG in 2025; flexibilities and incentives

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Transportation (DOT) formally unveiled their joint proposal to set stronger fuel economy and greenhouse gas pollution standards for Model Year 2017-2025 passenger cars and light trucks. EPA and GHG. EPA’s proposed standards are based on CO 2.

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Toyota transport wins EPA SmartWay award

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OCTOBER 24, 2013

This week the US EPA recognized TLS for making these moves as efficient as possible. TLS received an Excellence Award from the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay Transport program; the SmartWay Excellence Awards program recognizes the top 1% of SmartWay partners with superior environmental performance.

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US EPA awards $9.6M in DERA grants to reduce harmful diesel emissions in California

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OCTOBER 23, 2018

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded $9.6 The funds will be used to retrofit and replace old, polluting diesel vehicles and equipment, including school buses, heavy-duty trucks, tractors and port equipment. million in Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) grants to public and private partners in California.

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UC Riverside team wins EPA design contest with lawnmower exhaust aftertreatment device

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JULY 8, 2014

A team of University of California, Riverside Bourns College of Engineering students have won an EPA student design contest for developing an exhaust aftertreatment device that cuts CO, NO x and PM emissions from lawnmowers. A filter captures harmful pollutants.

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EPA awards Volkswagen Group of America Chattanooga Tennessee Assembly Plant a first annual Rain Catcher Award

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AUGUST 20, 2014

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded the Volkswagen Group of America the regional 2014 EPA Rain Catcher Award in the Commercial Category for the Chattanooga, Tennessee Assembly Plant. The EPA Region 4 Rain Catcher Award recognizes excellence in the implementation of stormwater green infrastructure practices.

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UAI and EFC call EPA MOVES2014 emissions model treatment of ethanol “seriously flawed”; call for peer review

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OCTOBER 23, 2014

EPA’s Office of Transportation and Air Quality (OTAQ) developed MOVES; the emission modeling system estimates emissions for mobile sources at the national, county, and project level for criteria pollutants, greenhouse gases, and air toxics. EPA has advised states to use MOVES2014 in SIP development as expeditiously as possible.

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Latest EPA automotive trend report shows MY 2017 fleet fuel economy of 24.9 mpg; new record

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MARCH 7, 2019

The latest edition of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) annual Automotive Trends Report finds that Model Year (MY) 2017 vehicle fuel economy was 24.9 Source: EPA. Source: EPA. Source: EPA. EPA has collected data on every new light-duty vehicle model sold in the United States since 1975. Background.

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EPA to award up to $5M for projects to reduce diesel emissions at ports

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NOVEMBER 21, 2014

EPA will fund: Verified Exhaust Control Technologies: up to 100% of the cost of eligible verified exhaust control technologies. EPA anticipates awarding two to five cooperative/assistance agreements. These awards will be in addition to EPA’s annual National Clean Diesel Campaign (NCDC) Funding Assistance Program.

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EPA data shows sharp decline in 2013 methane emissions from hydraulically fractured wells: down 73% from 2011

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OCTOBER 1, 2014

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its fourth year of Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program data, detailing greenhouse gas pollution trends and emissions from large sources and suppliers broken down by industrial sector, geographic region and individual facilities. from the previous year.

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EPA proposes new rulemaking for sharp cuts in methane emissions from oil and gas industry

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NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing comprehensive new regulations to reduce methane emissions from the oil and natural gas industry—including, for the first time, reductions from existing sources nationwide. Source: EPA.

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EPA settles with Tesla over Clean Air Act violations at Fremont plant; $275K penalty

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FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Tesla Motors Inc. EPA found Clean Air Act violations at Tesla’s automobile manufacturing plant in Fremont, Calif. People living in communities that are near sources of hazardous air pollutants may face significant risks to their health and environment.

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EPA announces $4B in funding and RFI for clean port upgrades and heavy-duty vehicles

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MAY 6, 2023

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the initial steps in the development of programs that will invest $4 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act in US port infrastructure while reducing air pollution. EPA is now seeking public input to inform the development of two new programs.

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EPA: Hybrids and EVs helped offset more polluting trucks and SUVs

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DECEMBER 28, 2023

Increased production of hybrids and EVs has helped offset the shift toward larger vehicles in the new-car market, according to a comprehensive annual update from the EPA. The 2023 EPA Automotive Trends Report, released last week, showed that automakers significantly ramped up hybrid and EV sales from model years 2017 to 2022.

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EPA adds 1-bromopropane to list of hazardous air pollutants; first addition since 1990

EPA proposes new heavy-duty truck emissions rules

Achates opposed-piston 3-cylinder 10.6L diesel emissions meet 2027 EPA, CA requirements

EPA proposes first US greenhouse gas emissions standards for aircraft

EPA proposes new pollution standards for fossil fuel-fired power plants

EPA proposes endangerment finding for lead emissions from aircraft engines that operate on leaded fuel

EPA to evaluate whether lead emissions from piston-engine aircraft endanger human health and welfare

EPA to develop options to reduce NOx and PM from locomotives further

Hyundai Motor puts XCIENT Fuel Cell electric trucks into commercial fleet operation in California with $3.5M from EPA

EPA requires trucking companies to reduce air pollution near Los Angeles schools as part of emissions violation settlement

EPA restores California’s authority to enforce greenhouse gas emission standards for cars and light trucks

EPA proposes rules for chemicals and fuels made from plastic waste-based feedstocks

EPA and DOE to provide more than $1B to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas sector

EPA report shows progress in reducing urban air toxics across US; 50% reduction from mobile sources since 1990

EPA proposes updates to emissions standards for refineries

PM2.5, O3 pollution associated with development of Alzheimer’s disease; new study identifies evolving axonal damage

EPA providing up to $3M in funding to reduce diesel emissions from school buses

Study finds association of pollution with increased risk of psychiatric disorders

EPA dissolves boards of pollution scientists

Minnesota becomes latest state to adopt California clean car standards

Portable sensors enable monitoring of pollution on smart phones; inferring pollution maps with greater granularity

EPA awarding $4.2M for clean diesel projects in six ports

EPA finalizes greenhouse gas standards for LDVs MY 2023-2026

EPA updates air pollution standards for petroleum refineries; fenceline monitoring

EPA grants waiver for California’s Advanced Clean Car Program

EPA, NHTSA issue One National Program Rule; EPA withdraws CA waiver for GHG and fuel economy

EPA proposes CO2 emission standards for new fossil fuel-fired power plants

PHEVs pollute more than billed, but EPA just gave them a pass

Study links PM2.5 pollution to increased risk of diabetes; even low levels pose risk

EPA beginning process to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from aircraft under Clean Air Act

EPA to award up to $4M for projects to reduce diesel emissions from port fleets

DOT, EPA unveil joint proposal for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emission standards: 49.6 mpg CAFE, 163 g/mile GHG in 2025; flexibilities and incentives

Toyota transport wins EPA SmartWay award

US EPA awards $9.6M in DERA grants to reduce harmful diesel emissions in California

UC Riverside team wins EPA design contest with lawnmower exhaust aftertreatment device

EPA awards Volkswagen Group of America Chattanooga Tennessee Assembly Plant a first annual Rain Catcher Award

UAI and EFC call EPA MOVES2014 emissions model treatment of ethanol “seriously flawed”; call for peer review

Latest EPA automotive trend report shows MY 2017 fleet fuel economy of 24.9 mpg; new record

EPA to award up to $5M for projects to reduce diesel emissions at ports

EPA data shows sharp decline in 2013 methane emissions from hydraulically fractured wells: down 73% from 2011

EPA proposes new rulemaking for sharp cuts in methane emissions from oil and gas industry

EPA settles with Tesla over Clean Air Act violations at Fremont plant; $275K penalty

EPA announces $4B in funding and RFI for clean port upgrades and heavy-duty vehicles

EPA: Hybrids and EVs helped offset more polluting trucks and SUVs

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