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Sensor Networks Help Fight Floods and Noise Pollution

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A challenge for New York City's efforts to reduce the negative impacts of street-level flooding and noise pollution has been how to measure these issues effectively. The sensor itself is not going to prevent a neighborhood from flooding," she said.

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Tesla Model Y fleet to be used in Tampa’s DASH ride-sharing program

Teslarati

The program is expected to start in October, and it is poised to offer low-cost rides to passengers. A ride in a DASH Tesla will be low-cost, protected from the weather, and ideal for medium-length trips within Downtown,” he said. The Tampa Downtown Partnership expects rides to start at the beginning of October.

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UNECE: claim that diesel on-road vehicles are the cause of increased lung cancer is misleading

Green Car Congress

Decisions and performance oriented emission regulations have been adopted that set limits and targets resulting in the dramatic decrease in PM and other emissions; Other economic sectors are lagging behind in their initiatives, strategies and actions to address their share of PM and pollutants emissions. tuning should be warranted.

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Top 10 Reasons To Buy An E-Bike

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In short, they provide low-cost, energy-efficient, and emission-free transportation with physical and health advantages. A bike ride allows you to get some fresh air, you can feel the sun on your face, fulfill your curiosity by exploring new ways, and discover beautiful and inspiring places in your neighborhood. One more #11.

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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

Green Car Congress

has constructed prototype PHEV trucks for electric utility companies which can deliver energy to power an entire neighborhood during maintenance or repair when there is a power outage [ 4 ]. In addition, the grid could ask for energy back from the batteries of a PHEV if the house or neighborhood need is at a high level for a short time.

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