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Researchers identify new nitrated PAH compounds from combustion that are hundreds of times more mutagenic than parent PAHs

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A team led by researchers at Oregon State University has discovered novel nitrated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (NPAH) compounds produced by combustion sources or formed in the atmosphere that are hundreds of times more mutagenic than their parent PAHs, which are known carcinogens. Staci Simonich.

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California, 7 states and DC commit to faster transition to zero-emission trucks and buses; next step is formal agreement

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The partners will present a proposed memorandum of understanding to the governors of the states and the mayor of the District of Columbia for consideration in the summer of 2020. The board is expected to consider the first-of-its-kind regulation for adoption next year. —CARB Chair Mary D.

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Lung Association report highlights health and climate costs of petroleum-based transportation and the benefits of shifting to ZEVs

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Under this scenario, the estimated total health and climate change costs associated with passenger vehicle fleet pollution drops from to $37 billion annually to $15.7 Annual pollution-related impacts drop by more than 85% due to fewer lost work days caused by pollution-related illnesses, fewer asthma attacks and fewer premature deaths.

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Study urges tougher target for California LCFS; up to 26% by 2030 under high performance scenario

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Because the LCFS also reduces toxic air pollution emitted by cars, this program minimizes health impacts in communities that live near freeways. The modeling presented in the report is based on an updated version of an earlier low carbon fuel supply model documented by Malins and his colleagues. Malins (2018) Click to enlarge.

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Converting Coal Power Plants to Nuclear Gains Steam

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Department of Energy (DOE) released a report suggesting that, in theory, over 300 former and present coal power plants could be converted to nuclear. That plant, situated in the coal mining town of Colstrip, currently faces its imminent end as nearby Oregon and Washington plan to ban coal power by 2025. On 13 September, the U.S.

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The Complex Calculus of Clean Energy and Zero Emissions

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I engaged in integrated resource planning for the two investor-owned utilities in Oregon—PGE and Pacific Power. And Oregon is pretty transparent. Getting these models adopted beyond the academic setting presents a lot of challenges. But those models were entirely proprietary.

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China puts its electric vehicles on center stage - China automotive news

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Mitsubishi to help Oregon build. Alternative-fuel cars were some of the hottest items on display at the Shanghai auto show from homegrown companies like Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd., Brilliance Jinbei Automobile Co. and Chery Automobile Co. Comments ( 0 ) Add Your Comment View Comments Post a comment Name Comment Verify Code Not Clear?

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