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NASA’s New Earth Space Mission maps methane ‘super-emitters’

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But EMIT has demonstrated another capability: detecting the presence of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that is much more effective at trapping heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide. The team also identified a methane plume south of Tehran, Iran, at least 3 miles (4.8

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Ford Edge Concept showcases new automated driving systems

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Ford introduced a set of new prototype automated driving technologies in the Ford Edge Concept. In South America the utility segment is projected to grow 39%, and in Europe it is projected to grow 27% over the same period. Ford Edge Concept. Click to enlarge.

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BMW MINI E Powered by AC Propulsion?

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We’ll know soon enough when we get the opportunity to see the debut of the all electric plug-in MINI E in November 2008 at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The MINI E will give its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show on November 19 and 20, 2008. Click here to see more photos of the BMW MINI E. ]. www.bmwusa.com.

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