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World Bank/ICCT report provides guidance to reducing black carbon emissions from diesels in developing countries

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In addition to the climate effects, exposure to particulate matter is associated with a range of diseases, including chronic bronchitis and asthma, as well as premature deaths from cardiopulmonary disease, lung cancer, and acute lower respiratory infections. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Euro 6/VI).

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

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Our transport emissions have nearly doubled over the last 30 years and our entire transport system is almost exclusively dependent on imported fossil fuels. Scrappage schemes. New Zealand is the only OECD country without emissions standards, besides Russia. Transport makes up 21 per cent of New Zealand’s total emissions.

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Polk forecasts global new vehicle auto sales to reach 77.7M in 2012, up 6.7%; expects China sales to grow 16% while US sales recovery slows

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The luxury segment also offers a wide variety of product options for consumers across all segments, ranging from small cars to SUVs. Austerity plans will prevent governments in Europe from boosting 2012 sales through scrappage programs and other incentives offered in previous years. Brands in the US.

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