Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2021

A climate-neutral alternative to petroleum-based fuels, they also offer the potential for significantly reduced overall emissions, allowing Tenneco’s Clean Air experts to better manage any remaining pollutants through the aftertreatment process. We are excited to be an active part in the development of this type of technology.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2014

million, $740,000 will go to the California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA), which provides financial assistance to projects aimed at reducing pollution and waste and encouraging the use of renewable energy. Officials estimate the money will support loans for about 90 clean-diesel vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2018

The project is part of CARB’s Low Carbon Transportation and Fuels Investments and Air Quality Improvement Program. California’s South Coast Air Quality Management District, the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District and the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District also are investing in the project. Zermeno, R.,

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Green Car Congress

JULY 20, 2018

For the most part, they look, sound and act like a traditional car, but there’s one major difference: their engines run on batteries and not on internal combustion powered by fossil fuels. The pros of going gasless include reduced maintenance costs, lower fuel expense and—most importantly—less pollution.

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Electric Vehicles Vehicles Cars Las Vegas 218

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2013

The Minamata Convention on Mercury—named after a city in Japan where serious health damage occurred as a result of mercury pollution in the mid-20 th Century—provides controls and reductions across a range of products, processes and industries where mercury is used, released or emitted. From Power Stations to Cement Factories.

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Mercury Legal Emissions Global 250

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2021

These include a fine particle filter on the front module and underbody; a solar panel on the roof; component parts made of recycled materials; and a heating system which is close to the body. Along with CO 2 emissions, road traffic also produces significant levels of particle pollution.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 5, 2023

It is not merely the act of parting with old vehicles; it is an opportunity to fatten one’s wallet. The Art of Dismantling and Depollution: Next, we delve into dismantling and de-pollution, where hazardous materials are carefully purged. It is the collective consciousness that illuminates the path towards sustainable practices.

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Cars Cash For Clunkers Environment Pollution 86

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MARCH 24, 2010

parts per million (ppm) to 50 ppm. In research reported at the 239 th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society in San Francisco, Saido and colleagues revealed that the light, white-foamed plastic commonly known as Styrofoam decomposed rapidly at temperatures commonly found in the oceans. Katsuhiko Saido.

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JUNE 22, 2012

Menetrez of the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Risk Management Research Laboratory, Air Pollution Prevention and Control Division. microorganisms, enzymes, chemicals), will determine the quantity and nature of waste produced.It Pollution control and remediation. —Menetrez 2012.

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EPA Industrial Industry Mariner 218

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FEBRUARY 9, 2011

Rochester), with Blue Lake Associates (Rochester) are working on a device that could reduce pollution from a diesel engine by generating an ionic field to oxidize particulate matter in the exhaust, breaking down complex pollutants and making engines more environmentally friendly. Environmental Energy Technologies Inc.

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Diesel Transportation New York Pollution 199

Green Car Congress

JUNE 20, 2011

The project will divert approximately 550,000 metric tons of waste that otherwise would go to a landfill while producing jet fuel with lower emissions of greenhouse gases and local pollutants than petroleum-based fuels. Earlier post.). The third step upgrades the FT products into jet fuel.

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Fuel San Jose San Francisco Purchase 170

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OCTOBER 16, 2009

BMW Plant Landshut, light-metal foundry, production of inorganically bonded cores, water jacket cylinder head, 6-cylinder-diesel-engine, quality testing. The Landshut light-alloy foundry produces around 1.8 The light-alloy foundry uses some 120 tonnes of sand daily in sand core production. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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2010 BMW Emissions Light 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

The update identifies eight key sectors for ongoing action: Energy; Transportation, fuels, land use and infrastructure; Agriculture; Water; Waste management; Natural lands; Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (such as methane and black carbon); and Green Buildings. Transportation. —Draft Scoping Plan Update.

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Transportation Emissions California Ozone 273

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

Meanwhile, energy consumption, materials use, municipal waste generation, and land development rates have all outpaced population growth over the last several decades in the United States, contributing to the impact of these activities.

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Emissions EPA Climate Change 2006 257

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 28, 2021

Some parts of your car that especially affect your mileage include air filters, connectors and spark plugs. However, idling is a huge waste of fuel and money. Idling uses much more fuel than starting the engine does, and also gives off more pollution than your car does when it is moving.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 24, 2013

The new solar park is an integral part of Volkswagen’s worldwide sustainability strategy, which includes generating more power within the Group from renewable energy sources, said Volkswagen Group Officer for the Environment, Energy and New Business Areas, Wolfram Thomas. 25% less energy and water consumption, waste and emissions.

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Solar Phoenix 2012 Power 268

Green Car Congress

MAY 13, 2010

The bill increases incentives for clean technology manufacturing, by expanding the clean energy manufacturing tax credit by $5 billion, providing incentives for the production of advanced vehicles and component parts and funding investments in energy efficiency innovation. Reducing Transportation Emissions. Blocking Market Manipulation.

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Gas-Electric Climate Gas Energy 210

Baua Electric

APRIL 28, 2024

The PLI scheme for auto parts comprises two main component schemes: Champion Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) Scheme: This scheme is linked to the sales value of battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles across all vehicle segments. The PMP offers a scaled duty structure for imported EV parts, promoting local manufacturing.

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India Manufacturer Battery Batteries 52

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2011

Concern over pollutants in vehicle exhaust has led to the development of the catalytic converter, which is a key component of exhaust gas mitigation systems. One of the chief areas of concern is the cold-start period, in which the catalytic converter is below the light-off temperature and the conversion of emissions is low.

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Canada Auto Universal Convert 199

Green Car Congress

APRIL 8, 2013

Synthesized from the sugars in the cellulosic biomass of grasses, other non-food crops and agricultural waste, advanced biofuels represent a sustainable, non-polluting source of transportation fuel that would also generate domestic jobs and revenue. —Jerome Fox, lead author.

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Light Universal Fuel Illinois 292

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Parts with short life cycles last longer, and manufacturers waste less money on unnecessary repairs, maintenance and production. The sun’s UV rays cause peeling and cracking, and temperature variations reduce performance efficacy on parts like tires. They also emit little waste compared to paint.

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Manufacturer Waste Maintenance Climate 57

Creative Greenius

FEBRUARY 2, 2009

The South Bay is defined by the LAX Airport to the north and the Port of Los Angeles to the south - two of the biggest polluters in Southern California. Street Lights and Traffic Signals. Can we still make a difference though the hour is late, the light is fading and moment is at hand? They’re kind of funny that way.

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Los Angeles Climate Change Climate Obama 199

Green Car Congress

MAY 10, 2011

The upper end of the scenarios assessed, representing a cut of around a third in greenhouse gas emissions from business-as-usual projections, could assist in keeping concentrations of greenhouse gases at 450 parts per million, the report said. They can produce electricity, heat and light. 50 Exajoules per year.

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Renewable Supplies Global Energy 218

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APRIL 3, 2017

The PEC system works most efficiently with organic pollutants in inert carrier gas. The study, presented in the journal ChemSusChem , suggests a possible pathway toward photo-electrochemical remediation of air pollution with simultaneous energy recovery. —Verbruggen et al. Verbruggen et al. Click to enlarge. 201601806.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 23, 2023

For example, in one episode, he made a heat shield out of used refrigerator parts. In addition to domestic waste, agricultural pollution and industrial waste are also to blame for the rise of micropollutants in our waterways. In another, he made a fishing lure with a candy wrapper.

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Design Water Pollution France 73

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2019

California has made tremendous gains cutting pollution without detrimental economic impacts. By the fourth quarter of 2018, light-duty pickup trucks, mini-vans, and SUVs made up 57.3% With a growing economy, Californians are consuming more, and waste is increasing remarkably. million tons of waste, up 7.4% five years ago.

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California Climate Transportation 2017 274

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2013

Intentional-use sectors: Disposal and incineration of product waste, cremation emissions, chlor-alkali industry. Apart from contaminated sites, the mercury pollution detected today is often found in locations very far away from its original source. Source: UNEP. Click to enlarge.

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Mercury Emissions 2013 Global 262

Creative Greenius

APRIL 12, 2009

In Manhattan Beach I’ve been watching the four committees of the ETF present their recommendations for the city council on water, waste, building and climate change. If you’re not already a member of the EPN, you’ve run out of time and you’ve run out of excuses if you live around these parts.

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Al Gore Solar Climate Change Gore 150

Cars That Think

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

Ultimately, such technology could benefit any part of the world where the electricity network is vulnerable to outages and where increasing amounts of solar and wind power are being integrated into the power grid. The microgrid technology being deployed there could be a model for the rest of Puerto Rico and other parts of the world.

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Puerto Rico Connect Connected Solar 143

Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2009

Urban planning as part of the solution. Cities account for 2% of the world’s area and yet they account for 75% of the resources and 75% of the waste ,” said Cervero. Prof Cervero acknowledges “ that it is easier to get the pollution, rather than the people, out of the car ” and is a big supporter of car sharing.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

The dual-fuel diesel-biomethane powered bus is expected to reduce pollutant emissions and greenhouse gas emissions by around a half. The Hardstaff OIGI (Oil Ignition Gas Injection) is a dual-fuel system developed to substitute natural gas for diesel in light- and heavy-duty engines. Dual-fuel use is a very attractive option.

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Cars That Think

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Take, for example, the tens of thousands of fossil-fueled ships that chug across the ocean, spewing plumes of pollutants that contribute to acid rain, ozone depletion, respiratory ailments, and global warming. In satellite images, parts of the Earth's oceans are streaked with bright white strips of clouds that correspond to shipping lanes.

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Climate Climate Change Solar Mariner 145

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 22, 2009

Health and other non-climate damages by life-cycle component for different combinations of fuels and light-duty automobiles in 2005 (top) and 2030 (bottom). GHG emissions (grams CO 2 -eq)/VMT by life-cycle component for different combinations of fuels and light-duty automobiles in 2005 (top) and 2030 (bottom). Click to enlarge.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 28, 2023

EVs will/will not create more pollution than they eliminate. The result is a 12-part series and e-book, The EV Transition Explained , that explores the tightly woven technological, policy, and social issues involved. Join the crowd. Sorting through this contradictory rhetoric can make anyone’s head spin. C above preindustrial levels.

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Climate Change Climate Grid United States 143

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2013

An overview of the current science of climate change in the draft includes an expanded discussion of short-lived climate pollutants such as methane and black carbon. Waste Management. Among the consideration are: The Advanced Clean Cars regulation will reduce GHG emissions from new light-duty vehicles by about 4.5% Agriculture.

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Climate Change 2020 Climate Transportation 220

Cars That Think

MAY 9, 2024

The thousands of rocket launches needed to loft and maintain these space power stations would dump lots of soot, carbon dioxide, and other pollutants into the stratosphere, with uncertain climate impacts. These rectennas would then convert the signal to usable DC electricity.

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Power Powered Solar Fusion 133

Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2009

SCOPE is part of the International Council for Science. In general, biofuels made from organic waste are environmentally more benign than those from energy crops. Using biomass primarily for material purposes, reusing and recycling it, and then recovering its energy content can gain multiple dividends.

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