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

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Methane absorbs infrared light in a unique pattern—a spectral fingerprint—that EMIT’s imaging spectrometer can discern with high accuracy and precision. Over its mission, EMIT will collect measurements of surface minerals in arid regions of Africa, Asia, North and South America, and Australia.

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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. Fuel efficiency.

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Study finds some improved cookstoves may emit more black carbon pollution than traditional mud cookstoves

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The particles can be inhaled deeply into the lungs and have been linked to health problems similar to those associated with cigarette smoking.

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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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