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New analysis suggests Uber adding significantly to pollution and traffic in European cities

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 23, 2019

Uber is adding more polluting car trips to already-clogged European cities such as London and Paris, new analysis by European NGOs suggests —contributing to air pollution and climate change and exploding the company’s sustainability claims. Uber’s CEO tells us they ‘do the right thing, period.’

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Emissions Analytics finds pollution from tire wear can be 1,000x worse than exhaust emissions

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MARCH 8, 2020

Pollution from tire wear can be 1,000 times worse than a car’s exhaust emissions, Emissions Analytics has found. Vehicle tire wear pollution is completely unregulated, unlike exhaust emissions which have been rapidly reduced by car makers due to the pressure placed on them by European emissions standards.

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Toyota's Chairman Says EVs Pollute More Than Hybrids. Is He Right?

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JUNE 12, 2025

Akio Toyoda says one electric car pollutes as much as three hybrids. Here’s what research says.

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NOAA study finds reducing particulate air pollution in N America & Europe increases hurricanes in N Atlantic

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MAY 15, 2022

A new NOAA study covering four decades of tropical cyclones found that reducing particulate air pollution in Europe and North America has contributed to an increase in the number of tropical cyclones in the North Atlantic basin and a decrease in the number of these storms in the Southern Hemisphere. Credit: NOAA.

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Toyota's Chairman Says EVs Pollute More Than Hybrids. Is He Right?

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JUNE 12, 2025

Akio Toyoda says one electric car pollutes as much as three hybrids. Here’s what research says.

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York study: Less traffic in first UK lockdown reduced NO2 pollution but caused increase in surface ozone

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DECEMBER 27, 2020

Less traffic on the roads during the first COVID-19 lockdown in the UK led to a reduction in air pollution but may have caused potentially damaging surface ozone levels to rise, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of York. —Professor Lee.

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Researchers use satellite data to show vehicles are an under-recognized source of urban ammonia pollution

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NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Researchers now report in ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology Letters that satellite data from before and during the spring 2020 lockdown in Los Angeles shows that vehicles, rather than agriculture, are the main source of urban airborne ammonia (NH 3 ), which forms small particles that contribute to air pollution and harm human health.

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Clean Cars vs Less Traffic: How Much Do They Cut Pollution from Cars?

CleanTechnica EVs

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Clean cars vs less traffic: How much do they cut pollution from cars? continued] The post Clean Cars vs Less Traffic: How Much Do They Cut Pollution from Cars? Greenhouse gas emissions from road transport in the EU-27 have increased by 23% between 1990 and 2022, while in the same period the total from all sectors has decreased by 29%.

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Yale study finds asphalt a significant source of air pollution, especially on hot, sunny days

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

A new study now finds that asphalt is a significant source of air pollutants in urban areas, especially on hot and sunny days. Yale researchers found that common road and roofing asphalts produced complex mixtures of organic compounds, including hazardous pollutants, in a range of typical temperature and solar conditions.

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Study finds changes in air pollution due to EV adoption are not distributed equally

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MAY 7, 2023

A team of researchers from the University of California, Berkeley; University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; and University of Miami has analyzed the implications of California’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) for emissions of greenhouse gases and criteria air pollutants, both in aggregate and in their distribution. Mejia-Duwan et al.

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New Emissions Analytics study suggests pollution from tire wear now 1,850 times worse than exhaust emissions

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MAY 13, 2022

In early 2020, UK-based independent testing firm Emissions Analytics published a study claiming that tire particulate wear emissions were 1,000 times worse than exhaust emissions ( earlier post ).

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New iron catalyst helps preferentially reduce NO to hydroxylamine; pollution control and clean energy

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MAY 24, 2021

Among the major pollutants, nitrogen oxide (NO x ) accumulation can cause severe respiratory diseases and imbalance in the Earth’s nitrogen cycle. Researchers from Korea and France have shown that iron–nitrogen-doped carbon is an efficient and durable electrocatalyst for selective nitric oxide reduction into hydroxylamine.

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Should we be encouraging EVs or discouraging old smoking cars that are the most polluting? | Opinion

EV Central

MAY 10, 2025

I recently read a brilliant book, Malcolm Gladwells, Revenge of the Tipping Point that alerted me to the fact that just five per cent of the passenger vehicles on the road produce more than half of all the pollution in the air. Pollution would drop by the same amount as the 10 per cent shift. Opinion appeared first on EV Central.

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ICL briefing paper estimates that 52% of all small particle pollution from road transport comes from tires and brakes

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

A new briefing paper from Imperial College London estimates that in 2021, 52% of all small particle pollution from road transport came from tires and brakes. Tire wear particles pollute the environment, the air we breathe, the water run-off from roads and has compounding effects on waterways and agriculture.

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EPA proposes new pollution standards for fossil fuel-fired power plants

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MAY 12, 2023

EPA says that the proposed limits and guidelines would require ambitious reductions in carbon pollution based on proven and cost-effective control technologies that can be applied directly to power plants. They also provide owners and operators of power plants with lead time and compliance flexibilities.

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CARB approves 2022 Scoping Plan; aggressive targets for reductions in petroleum use, air pollution and greeenhouse gas emissions

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DECEMBER 19, 2022

The California Air Resources Board last week approved the final proposed 2022 Scoping Plan ( earlier post ), a roadmap to reduce demand for petroleum by 94%, cut air pollution by 71%, reduce greenhouse gas emissions 85%, and reach carbon neutrality by 2045.

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Study finds twice as many cellulose fibers as microplastics in the Atlantic Ocean

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APRIL 4, 2022

A study by three French institutes—Ifremer, the University of Bordeaux and the IRD (a public research institution)—has found that the surface water of the Atlantic Ocean is twice as polluted by cellulose fibers as it is by microplastics. There’s a pile of information doing the rounds about the pollution of the oceans.

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New study shows a rapid increase of diesel-fueled backup generators across California

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

Diesel generators release greenhouse gases, particulate matter (PM), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), nitrous oxides (NO x ) and sulfur dioxide (SO 2 ), harmful pollutants that create smog and exacerbate respiratory conditions. This pollution, in turn, may trigger upwards of $31.8 Of these, 20,907 are diesel-fueled.

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Minnesota becomes latest state to adopt California clean car standards

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JULY 27, 2021

Original map from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The low-emission vehicle (LEV) standard requires vehicle manufacturers to deliver passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs that produce lower greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants for sale in Minnesota. The policy will implement two clean cars standards to reduce vehicle emissions.

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EPA proposes new heavy-duty truck emissions rules

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing new, stronger standards to promote clean air and reduce pollution from heavy-duty vehicles and engines starting in model year (MY) 2027. —“Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards”.

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SwRI engineers develop near-zero emissions diesel engine technology; 90% reduction of NOx

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MAY 27, 2020

Created to address California’s pollution challenges, this technology could be a solution for communities around the globe dealing with the effects of NO x. The State of California plans to enact tighter emissions standards in 2024 and will require that heavy-duty engines produce less pollutants.

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Cornell team develops computationally efficient machine learning models for hyperlocal models of PM2.5 concentrations

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JANUARY 17, 2023

Cornell engineers have developed machine learning models to simplify and reinforce models to calculate the fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) contained in urban air pollution. Previous methods to gauge air pollution were cumbersome and reliant on extraordinary amounts of data points. MRE for the single hidden layer model, the 63.2%

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Delhi startup develops air-purifying motorcycle helmet

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AUGUST 29, 2022

An anti-pollution helmet developed by a Delhi-based startup can help 2-wheeler riders breathe cleaner air. For the next version, Shellios will tie up with top tier-2-wheeler OEMs for the commercialization of the anti-pollution helmet. The end-users of the product include individual riders all over India.

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T&E: Rising use of private jets sends CO2 emissions soaring

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MAY 28, 2021

finds that private jets are 10 times more carbon-intensive than airliners on average, and 50 times more polluting than trains in terms of CO 2 emitted per passenger-km. And yet, super-rich super polluters are flying around like there’s no climate crisis. The report, Private jets: can the super-rich supercharge zero emission aviation?

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Achates opposed-piston 3-cylinder 10.6L diesel emissions meet 2027 EPA, CA requirements

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 18, 2020

These results show that the Opposed-Piston technology is able to meet our sustainable transportation goals, reducing criteria pollutants while also emitting less carbon dioxide. Earlier post.).

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Surprise! London’s tax on polluting vehicles made everyone much healthier

Electrek

MARCH 15, 2025

The city of London has released a report showing drastic drops in air pollution since it expanded its Ultra Low Emission Zone, an area within the city where polluting vehicles must pay a congestion charge to visit.

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Satellite data show resurgence in NO2 emissions over China

Green Car Congress

MARCH 20, 2020

The Copernicus Sentinel-5 Precursor mission, also known as Sentinel-5P, is dedicated to monitoring air pollution by measuring a multitude of trace gases as well as aerosols. Recent data have also shown a decline of air pollution over northern Italy coinciding with its nationwide lockdown to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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European Commission proposes Euro 7 standards

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NOVEMBER 12, 2022

The European Commission presented its proposal for Euro 7 standards to reduce air pollution from new motor vehicles sold in the EU. However, in 2050, more than 20% of cars and vans and more than half of the heavier vehicles are expected to continue to emit pollutants from the tailpipe.

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Another way electric cars clean the air: study says brake dust reduced by 83%

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MAY 27, 2025

A new study is out which quantifies just how much EVs help not just in cutting harmful exhaust emissions, but also cutting other types of pollution that come from personal vehicles. But of course, public transport, biking and walking are even better.

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Study Shows Dramatic Drop In Pollution Following Switch To Electric Trains

CleanTechnica EVs

APRIL 22, 2025

When Caltrain switched from diesel to electric trains, the decrease in harmful black carbon pollution was dramatic. The post Study Shows Dramatic Drop In Pollution Following Switch To Electric Trains appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Satellite monitoring simultaneously detects air pollutants for the first time

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MAY 12, 2025

The post Satellite monitoring simultaneously detects air pollutants for the first time appeared first on Innovation News Network. Discover how satellite monitoring will become more transparent and efficient by monitoring CO2 and NO2 at the same time.

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Study estimates California’s GHG reductions since 2003 could be wiped out by 2020 wildfires

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OCTOBER 18, 2022

In an open-access report in the journal Environmental Pollution , researchers from UCLA and the University of Chicago estimate that California’s wildfire carbon dioxide equivalent (CO 2 e) emissions from 2020 (~127 mmt CO 2 e ) are approximately two times higher than California’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions since 2003.

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Londoners breathe easier as clean car rules slash pollution levels

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MARCH 17, 2025

Residents in London are breathing easier thanks to the clean car rules that have clearly slashed the toxic pollution that had claimed thousands of lives a year. The post Londoners breathe easier as clean car rules slash pollution levels appeared first on The Driven.

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CARB approves Heavy-Duty Low NOx Omnibus Regulation; to cut NOx 90%

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 29, 2020

It takes a significant bite out of smog-forming pollution in every region in the state, and will make a major contribution to cleaning the air in communities close to ports, railyards and distribution centers that are now most heavily impacted by pollution from heavy truck traffic. —CARB Chair Mary D.

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xAI supercomputer faces lawsuit over air pollution concerns

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JUNE 18, 2025

The xAI supercomputer, Colossus, faces a potential lawsuit from the NAACP and the Southern Environmental Law Center over pollution concerns tied to its gas-powered turbines. The company used pollution-emitting turbines without an air permit, citing a 364-day exemption. The xAI data center has been operational since last year.

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EPA proposes endangerment finding for lead emissions from aircraft engines that operate on leaded fuel

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposed determination that emissions of lead from aircraft that operate on leaded fuel cause or contribute to air pollution that may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health and welfare. Levels of airborne lead in the United States have declined 99% since 1980.

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SoCalGas contributing $500K to Sierra Northern Railway-led hydrogen fuel-cell switcher locomotive project

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JULY 29, 2021

Creating a fuel cell engine for these trains would potentially eliminate their emissions and provide a much-needed reduction in air pollution from the railways that serve California’s warehouses and ports. Switcher locomotives are a type of engine for trains that carry goods from ports to nearby warehouses.

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EPA to evaluate whether lead emissions from piston-engine aircraft endanger human health and welfare

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JANUARY 13, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will evaluate whether emissions from piston-engine aircraft operating on leaded fuel contribute to air pollution that endangers public health and welfare. The agency plans to issue a proposal for public review and comment in 2022 and take final action in 2023. —EPA Administrator Michael S.

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AECC presents zero-impact emissions demonstrator car at Vienna Motor Symposium

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MAY 2, 2022

The demonstrator reduces pollutant emissions across a wide range of driving conditions using advanced emission control technologies with an electrified combustion engine (48V mild hybrid). At the same time, Well-to-Wheel (WtW) CO 2 emissions are substantially reduced by running the vehicle on an e-fuel.

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Insights From An Electric Truck Driver

CleanTechnica EVs

MARCH 25, 2025

Big trucks for shipping, using diesel engines, generate huge amounts of harmful air pollution. There are other electric vehicles, though, and great reasons they should be getting attention. Replacing them with electric. continued] The post Insights From An Electric Truck Driver appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Irizar manufactures LNG long-distance coach with range of more than 1000km

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

In addition to a range of up to 1000 km, the coach reduces CO 2 emissions by 25%, NO x emissions by 85% and particle pollution by 96%, minimizing criteria pollutant emissions that affect health to nearly zero. They comply with regulation R66.02

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India’s Shoonya campaign aims to boost electric last-mile deliveries

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

NITI Aayog, the Government of India’s official think tank, with support from RMI and RMI India, has launched a campaign to transform last-mile deliveries and eliminate pollution through consumer engagement. We will promote awareness about health, environmental and economic benefits of electric vehicles through the Shoonya campaign.

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Hyundai Motor puts XCIENT Fuel Cell electric trucks into commercial fleet operation in California with $3.5M from EPA

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

EPA’s TAG program aims to reduce air pollution in areas of the nation with the highest levels of ambient ozone and fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) pollution. Under the TAG program, eligible state and local air pollution control agencies must directly apply to EPA, but can select partners for a project consortium.

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GM takes 25% stake in Pure Watercraft to accelerate all-electric boating

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NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The Pure Outboard from Pure Watercraft uses groundbreaking efficiency to benefit a boat’s performance while reducing environmental pollution, and features much lower operating cost and maintenance than traditional marine propulsion systems.

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New analysis suggests Uber adding significantly to pollution and traffic in European cities

Emissions Analytics finds pollution from tire wear can be 1,000x worse than exhaust emissions

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Toyota's Chairman Says EVs Pollute More Than Hybrids. Is He Right?

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NOAA study finds reducing particulate air pollution in N America & Europe increases hurricanes in N Atlantic

Toyota's Chairman Says EVs Pollute More Than Hybrids. Is He Right?

York study: Less traffic in first UK lockdown reduced NO2 pollution but caused increase in surface ozone

Researchers use satellite data to show vehicles are an under-recognized source of urban ammonia pollution

Clean Cars vs Less Traffic: How Much Do They Cut Pollution from Cars?

Yale study finds asphalt a significant source of air pollution, especially on hot, sunny days

Study finds changes in air pollution due to EV adoption are not distributed equally

New Emissions Analytics study suggests pollution from tire wear now 1,850 times worse than exhaust emissions

New iron catalyst helps preferentially reduce NO to hydroxylamine; pollution control and clean energy

Should we be encouraging EVs or discouraging old smoking cars that are the most polluting? | Opinion

ICL briefing paper estimates that 52% of all small particle pollution from road transport comes from tires and brakes

EPA proposes new pollution standards for fossil fuel-fired power plants

CARB approves 2022 Scoping Plan; aggressive targets for reductions in petroleum use, air pollution and greeenhouse gas emissions

Study finds twice as many cellulose fibers as microplastics in the Atlantic Ocean

New study shows a rapid increase of diesel-fueled backup generators across California

Minnesota becomes latest state to adopt California clean car standards

EPA proposes new heavy-duty truck emissions rules

SwRI engineers develop near-zero emissions diesel engine technology; 90% reduction of NOx

Cornell team develops computationally efficient machine learning models for hyperlocal models of PM2.5 concentrations

Delhi startup develops air-purifying motorcycle helmet

T&E: Rising use of private jets sends CO2 emissions soaring

Achates opposed-piston 3-cylinder 10.6L diesel emissions meet 2027 EPA, CA requirements

Surprise! London’s tax on polluting vehicles made everyone much healthier

Satellite data show resurgence in NO2 emissions over China

European Commission proposes Euro 7 standards

Another way electric cars clean the air: study says brake dust reduced by 83%

Study Shows Dramatic Drop In Pollution Following Switch To Electric Trains

Satellite monitoring simultaneously detects air pollutants for the first time

Study estimates California’s GHG reductions since 2003 could be wiped out by 2020 wildfires

Londoners breathe easier as clean car rules slash pollution levels

CARB approves Heavy-Duty Low NOx Omnibus Regulation; to cut NOx 90%

xAI supercomputer faces lawsuit over air pollution concerns

EPA proposes endangerment finding for lead emissions from aircraft engines that operate on leaded fuel

SoCalGas contributing $500K to Sierra Northern Railway-led hydrogen fuel-cell switcher locomotive project

EPA to evaluate whether lead emissions from piston-engine aircraft endanger human health and welfare

AECC presents zero-impact emissions demonstrator car at Vienna Motor Symposium

Insights From An Electric Truck Driver

Irizar manufactures LNG long-distance coach with range of more than 1000km

India’s Shoonya campaign aims to boost electric last-mile deliveries

Hyundai Motor puts XCIENT Fuel Cell electric trucks into commercial fleet operation in California with $3.5M from EPA

GM takes 25% stake in Pure Watercraft to accelerate all-electric boating

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