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CARB approves first emissions reduction plans for three Southern California communities

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It will also conduct quarterly idling sweeps for neighborhood truck traffic. Its role in supporting development of community emission reduction programs is to establish program guidelines, called the Community Air Protection Blueprint, and to coordinate the overall process to ensure the requirements of AB 617 are met. Urban sources.

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Clean Energy introduces new CleanCNG compressor

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At 75 dBA @ 3m, low operating noise is a standard feature of the CleanCNG, making it suitable for even residential neighborhood installations. Vibration measurements exceed API 618 and recommended industry guidelines. Ultra-low vibration and noise. Scalable by design.

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The Ins and Outs of Scrap Car Recycling

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The Rebirth of Components: Lastly, we explore the rebirth of components through recycling and refurbishing, a testament to the industry’s resilience. Government agencies draft guidelines and standards central to responsible vehicle disposal and recycling.

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Solar Smackdown in Torrance – Installer Sues City on Behalf of the Sun

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The Torrance Hillside Overlay district , covers most of the historic Hollywood Riviera neighborhood where the Creative Greenius lives and I can tell you that it’s a zoning law that is pure politics. They’re now adopting the guidelines in Torrance based on the guidelines of the state. This is still an immature industry.

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Ryder orders more than 200 heavy-duty natural gas trucks as part of SANBAG project

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Based on estimates using California’s Carl Moyer program guidelines, the project will reduce more than 9.2 tons of diesel particulate emissions from local neighborhoods. million project will be funded as part of a joint public/private industry partnership between the US Department of Energy, the California Energy Commission, and Ryder.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Andrew Frank is a significant industry dignitary credited as being the “Inventor” (or “Father”) of the modern day Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle. This is especially true in air, sea, and some ground transportation as well as in industrial processes. This industry can be greatly expanded and improved to absorb all fossil material.

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6 Reactions to the White House’s AI Bill of Rights

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China also has several initiatives relating to AI governance, though the rules issued apply only to industry, not to government entities. a “ technical companion ” that offers specific steps that industry, communities, and governments can take to put these principles into action. Which is nice, as far as it goes.