Pollution and Reference

Researchers say world faces air pollution pandemic

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MARCH 4, 2020

Air pollution is responsible for shortening people’s lives worldwide on a scale far greater than wars and other forms of violence, parasitic and vector-born diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS and smoking, according to an open-access study published in Cardiovascular Research. Household air pollution is from the indoor use of solid biofuels.

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Study finds association between air pollution, coronary atherosclerosis in Chinese population

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JULY 13, 2019

Researchers from the University at Buffalo (UB), with colleagues in the US and China, have provided pathophysiologic evidence of the effect of air pollution on cardiovascular disease in China. Their findings also suggests that China may need to revise its standard for one type of pollutant. —first author, Meng Wang.

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CARB approves new requirements to further reduce air pollution from Transport Refrigeration Units

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FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The 2022 amendments will require a variety of actions designed to reduce the pollution these units produce, and accelerate their transition to zero-emission technologies. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved amendments to its current rule for Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs) operating in the state. road engines.

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Chalmers team develops optical nano-sensor for detecting pollution

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JUNE 14, 2019

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have developed a small, optical nano-sensor for pollution detection which can be mounted onto an ordinary streetlight. They will conduct field testing, comparing the nanosensors’ results with data from a number of British reference stations.

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Study links PM2.5 pollution to increased risk of diabetes; even low levels pose risk

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JULY 1, 2018

pollution—even at levels deemed safe—to an increased risk of diabetes globally. The main drivers of diabetes include eating an unhealthy diet, having a sedentary lifestyle, and obesity, but the new research indicates the extent to which outdoor air pollution plays a role. Louis Health Care System links PM 2.5 million U.S.

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ICL, CMU study associates PM2.5 air pollution in US with >30,000 deaths and reduced life expectancy

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JULY 23, 2019

The amount of this fine particle pollution in the US has declined since 1999. µg/m 3 , which is mostly below the current standard, air pollution was associated with an estimated 15,612 deaths in females, and 14,757 deaths in men. The current US annual PM 2.5 standard is set at 12 microgram per cubic meter of air (µg/m 3 ). 1002856.

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Comment on China offers incentives to boost old car replacements, analysts expect up to 2 million additional sales by Larry Evans

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APRIL 29, 2024

For reference, 10,000 RMB is equivalent to $1,381.48 Not a huge subsidy by global standards, but if it takes polluting cars off the road and stimulates more NEV sales, it is a good thing.

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EPA to develop options to reduce NOx and PM from locomotives further

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NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responding to petitions from the California Air Resources Board, the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, and the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association to address harmful nitrogen oxide (NO x ) and particulate matter (PM) emissions from locomotives.

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Study finds that babies in strollers can be exposed to up to 60% more pollution than their parents

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AUGUST 20, 2018

Babies in strollers can be exposed to up to ~60% higher average concentrations of pollution than their parents, causing potential damage to their frontal lobe and impacting on their cognitive abilities and brain development, according to a study by researchers at the University of Surrey (UK).

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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. This is referred to as an “endangerment finding.” —EPA Administrator Michael S.

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New Joint Research Centre Reference Report sets out options for reducing emissions from shipping

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

A new report by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides a comprehensive overview of methodologies for estimating air emissions from shipping; describes technological solutions; and analyses policy options for reducing carbon emissions and air pollution in this sector. —JRC Reference Report.

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MIT-led study suggests mobile-phone data provide a deeper picture of pollution exposure in urban settings

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

A study led by MIT researchers, focused on New York City, suggests that using mobile-phone data to track people’s movement provides an even deeper picture of exposure to pollution in urban settings than by studying air-quality levels in fixed places. Their open-access paper is published in the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology.

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New study links traffic-related air pollution to facial dark spots

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FEBRUARY 9, 2016

A large-scale study that included women from Germany and China has demonstrated a link between levels of traffic-related air pollution and air pollution-associated gases with the formation of dark spots on the skin, known as lentigenes, or liver spots. The report is published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology.

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Study finds pollution strengthens thunderclouds, warming the atmosphere

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MAY 19, 2012

Pollution warms the atmosphere through summer thunderstorm clouds, according to a computational study by a team of researchers from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Hebrew University in Jerusalem and the University of Maryland published in Geophysical Research Letters. —Fan et al. —Jiwen Fan.

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EPA proposes stringent new emissions standards for light-, medium-, heavy-duty vehicles for MY 2027 and beyond

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APRIL 13, 2023

The proposal retains the proven regulatory design of previous EPA standards for light-duty vehicles, but leverages advances in clean car technology to further reduce both climate pollution and smog- and soot-forming emissions. Together, the proposals would reduce oil imports by approximately 20 billion barrels.

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Canada publishes proposed regulations for criteria pollutants from locomotives

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JUNE 18, 2016

This marks Canada’s first regulation of air pollutant emissions from locomotives. emission standards and associated testing procedures by reference. These standards would be incorporated by reference to the US regulations. The proposed Regulations would incorporate the U.S.

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EIA 2035 reference case projects drop in US imports of petroleum due to modest economic growth, increased efficiency, growing domestic oil production, and biofuels

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JANUARY 23, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) released its Reference case projections for US energy markets through 2035. The Reference case projections include only the effects of policies that have been implemented in law or final regulations. Source: EIA. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge. million barrels per day in 2007 to 5.5

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EIA Energy Outlook 2013 reference case sees drop in fossil fuel consumption as use of petroleum-based liquid fuels falls; projects 20% higher sales of hybrids and PHEVs than AEO2012

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration released its Annual Energy Outlook 2013 (AEO2013) Reference case (the Early Release ), which highlights a growth in total US energy production that exceeds growth in total US energy consumption through 2040. million FFV sales in the AEO2012 Reference case. Increased sales for hybrids and PHEVs.

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Ford Bronco Sport first to feature parts made of 100% recycled ocean plastic

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DECEMBER 9, 2021

Wiring harness clips in Ford Bronco Sport models are made of ocean-harvested plastic—commonly referred to as “ghost gear.”. Up to 13 million metric tons of plastic enter the ocean each year, threatening marine life and polluting shorelines, according to Pew Charitable Trusts, a global nongovernmental organization.

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New international Climate and Clean Air Coalition to focus on reduction of short-lived climate pollutants

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FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Global benefits from full implementation of measures for reduction of short-lived climate pollutants in 2030 compared to the reference scenario. Such pollutants together account for approximately one-third of current global warming, have significant impacts on public health, the environment, and world food productivity.

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Nevada launches “Clean Cars Nevada” effort; adopting California LEV and ZEV

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JUNE 23, 2020

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced the “ Clean Cars Nevada ” initiative, which will evaluate the adoption of new regulations to provide Nevadans with more choices for low and zero emission electric passenger cars and trucks at dealerships throughout the state beginning in 2024.

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How everyday people can help reduce the need for fossil fuels on hot days!

Green Energy Consumers

JUNE 20, 2023

Peaks” on a given summer day refers to the hour that demand was highest (for example, 6 PM). Peak days are a major factor in regard to pollution and the cost of our electricity. Oftentimes, the New England power system sees demand peaking just as solar power production tails off at dusk and it’s still hot.

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Tesla & other companies form EMA to promote electric mobility in Mexico

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MARCH 8, 2024

Along with representatives from Tesla, Chinese automaker BYD, Europe’s Volvo, JAC, SEV, and Vemo formed the EMA. During a conference, Shirley Wagner was introduced as the President of EMA. If you have any tips, contact me at maria@teslarati.com or via X @Writer_01001101.

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UB study finds link between ambient ozone exposure, artery wall thickness

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MAY 31, 2019

Atherosclerosis refers to the build-up of plaque, or fatty deposits, in the artery walls, which, over time, restricts blood flow through the arteries. While the study finds an association between air pollution and atherosclerosis, researchers aren’t clear on why. Paul, Minnesota; Chicago; and Los Angeles. —Meng Wang.

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Tesla and GM sign on to use supply chain emissions database

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DECEMBER 3, 2023

It’s expected to use a combination of tools such as satellites and machine learning to track ongoing greenhouse gas emissions from potential pollution sources around the world. “We It’s also looking to publish air pollution information in the database on either a weekly or a monthly basis.

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Researchers suggest that air quality tests need simplifying to help reduce dangerous emissions

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DECEMBER 26, 2019

New methods of testing and simulating air quality should be considered in order to help policy makers have a more accurate understanding of how emissions affect air pollution levels, new research suggests. The researchers compared current techniques used to describe atmospheric chemical reactions against more historical techniques.

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New study finds gasoline stations vent up to 10x more benzene fumes than previously thought

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OCTOBER 6, 2018

Setback distances should be revisited to address temporal variability and pollution controls in vent emissions. By comparison, the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association (CAPCOA) used an estimate of 0.11 —Hilpert et al. Gasoline vapors contain a number of toxic chemicals—notably benzene, a carcinogen.

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Colorado approves goal to make 82% of car sales electric by 2032

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

In the release, Colorado clarifies that it includes battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric and fuel cell electric as what it refers to as zero-emission options. The state has also said that it’s aiming to get one million zero-emission vehicles on its roads by 2030, along with its plan to eliminate greenhouse gas pollution entirely by 2050.

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EPA proposes first US greenhouse gas emissions standards for aircraft

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JULY 23, 2020

This metric is a mathematical function that incorporates the specific air range (SAR) of an airplane/engine combination (a traditional measure of airplane cruise performance in units of kilometer/kilogram of fuel) and the reference geometric factor (RGF), a measure of fuselage size. Proposed In-Production Rule.

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California ARB fines Tesoro $1.36M for Low Carbon Fuel Standard violations

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MAY 31, 2019

The money from the fine will be deposited in the state Air Pollution Control Fund where it can be appropriated by the legislature for air quality and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction efforts. Because of the company’s cooperation, the settlement is for far less than the maximum possible penalties.

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Fraunhofer IPK develops technical standards for EU digital battery passport – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

APRIL 12, 2024

At the Hannover Messe industrial trade exhibition in late April, Fraunhofer IPK researchers will present a draft technical reference standard designed to enable battery passports to be implemented in a way that is scalable and interoperable.

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USC study shows promising potential for giant-kelp-based biofuel with depth-cycling approach

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MARCH 3, 2021

The National Research Council has indicated that generating biofuels from feedstocks such as corn and soybeans can increase water pollution. Farmers use pesticides and fertilizers on the crops that can end up polluting streams, rivers and lakes. Experimental kelp were outplanted at the edge of a naturally occurring kelp bed. (C)

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International consortium working on new sensor technology to measure real-world, in-use vehicle emissions

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AUGUST 14, 2019

Entry permits into environmental zones could also be monitored automatically, in which automatic barriers only open if the pollutant emissions of the approaching car are within the standard range. However, he already refers to the first promising tests at the institute in which conventional tuning forks are used.

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Italy says that it’s illegal for Alfa Romeo to call its new EV the Milano

Baua Electric

APRIL 12, 2024

This is forbidden by Italian law,” Urso said, referring to 2003 law that prohibits any products being sold with Italian-sounding names that aren’t made in Italy. And if the electric vehicle isn’t built in Italy, it can’t carry an Italian-sounding name according to Italian law. “A A car called Milano cannot be produced in Poland.

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KS Kolbenschmidt introducing 5th generation LITEKS piston system for improved fuel savings through friction reduction

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OCTOBER 13, 2019

This is also reflected in fuel savings of around 1% in the WLTP compared to the series reference. The comparative values were derived from a series reference and the results of the preceding generation Liteks 4 from previous years. The results confirmed the above-mentioned gain of around 1%.

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New composite reduces rare earth element usage in three-way catalytic converters

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JUNE 2, 2017

If the A/F value is suboptimal, the conversion of noxious pollutants (NO x , CO and hydrocarbons) over the precious metal catalysts (Pt, Rh and/or Pd) is incomplete. For this experiment, Pd/A 2 O 3 was used as the reference against the CeO 2 /MnFeO y experimental catalyst. —Machida et al. Credit: Professor Masato Machida.

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Stellantis installs long-awaited apparatus to recovery Detroit Jeep plant smell factor

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JULY 1, 2023

Stellantis has put in a key piece of kit it mentioned will do away with odors at its Jeep plant in Detroit that close by citizens have referred to as a hindrance to their attribute of date for greater than two years. Breeze air pollution problems started on the plant in a while later it lost in manufacturing in March 2021.

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FCA US LLC to pay ~$300M in criminal penalties over diesel emissions test cheating

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AUGUST 2, 2022

FCA US referred to the manner in which it manipulated one method of emissions control as “cycle detection” and “cycle beating.” According to the company’s admissions and court documents, beginning at least as early as 2010, FCA US developed a new 3.0-liter liter diesel program’s goals, timing, and marketing strategy.

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Port of Oakland completes shore power infrastructure

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NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Shore Power is a shore-to-ship connection that provides electrical power to the ship, thereby significantly reducing diesel and other air pollutant emissions from ships while they are at berth. In 2008, the California Air Resources Board adopted a regulation to require reductions of air pollutants from ocean-going vessels.

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Colorado DPHE proposing rule to adopt California LEV standards for MY 2022 and following

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AUGUST 13, 2018

The proposed rule incorporates by reference the some 52 sections of the California Code applicable to emission from MY 2022 and later new passenger cars, light-duty trucks, medium-duty vehicles (up to 14,000 lbs GVWR) and replacement engines for these vehicles.

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EPA report shows progress in reducing urban air toxics across US; 50% reduction from mobile sources since 1990

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AUGUST 22, 2014

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the Second Integrated Urban Air Toxics Report to Congress—the final of two reports required under the Clean Air Act (CAA) to inform Congress of progress in reducing public health risks from urban air toxics (also referred to as hazardous air pollutants or HAPs).

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Study finds renewable diesel blends deliver fuel consumption and CO2 benefits in Euro 5 engines

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APRIL 24, 2018

That study showed a clear positive impact of the use of HVO/HCK blends (at different blending ratios) on pollutant emissions. They used three experimental fuels with varying HVOs fraction in a HCK base along with a fourth commercial fuel as reference for baseline tests. and 1.46% ± 0.25.

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UK expert group focuses attention on non-exhaust emissions from road traffic as regulatory concern

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JULY 14, 2019

Non-exhaust emissions (NEE) from road traffic refers to particles released into the air from brake wear, tyre wear, road surface wear and resuspension of road dust during on-road vehicle usage. Members of the group are drawn from those with a proven track record in the fields of air pollution research and practice.

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Cutting Non-CO2 Pollutants Can Delay Abrupt Climate Change; The Fast Action Climate Agenda

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OCTOBER 14, 2009

Noting the references in scientific and policy literature to the need for fast-action mitigation to help avoid DAI and abrupt climate changes, the authors define “fast-action” to include regulatory measures that can begin within 2–3 years, be substantially implemented in 5–10 years, and produce a climate response within decades. Ramanathan.

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Researchers say world faces air pollution pandemic

Study finds association between air pollution, coronary atherosclerosis in Chinese population

CARB approves new requirements to further reduce air pollution from Transport Refrigeration Units

Chalmers team develops optical nano-sensor for detecting pollution

Study links PM2.5 pollution to increased risk of diabetes; even low levels pose risk

ICL, CMU study associates PM2.5 air pollution in US with >30,000 deaths and reduced life expectancy

Comment on China offers incentives to boost old car replacements, analysts expect up to 2 million additional sales by Larry Evans

EPA to develop options to reduce NOx and PM from locomotives further

Study finds that babies in strollers can be exposed to up to 60% more pollution than their parents

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

New Joint Research Centre Reference Report sets out options for reducing emissions from shipping

MIT-led study suggests mobile-phone data provide a deeper picture of pollution exposure in urban settings

New study links traffic-related air pollution to facial dark spots

Study finds pollution strengthens thunderclouds, warming the atmosphere

EPA proposes stringent new emissions standards for light-, medium-, heavy-duty vehicles for MY 2027 and beyond

Canada publishes proposed regulations for criteria pollutants from locomotives

EIA 2035 reference case projects drop in US imports of petroleum due to modest economic growth, increased efficiency, growing domestic oil production, and biofuels

EIA Energy Outlook 2013 reference case sees drop in fossil fuel consumption as use of petroleum-based liquid fuels falls; projects 20% higher sales of hybrids and PHEVs than AEO2012

Ford Bronco Sport first to feature parts made of 100% recycled ocean plastic

New international Climate and Clean Air Coalition to focus on reduction of short-lived climate pollutants

Nevada launches “Clean Cars Nevada” effort; adopting California LEV and ZEV

How everyday people can help reduce the need for fossil fuels on hot days!

Tesla & other companies form EMA to promote electric mobility in Mexico

UB study finds link between ambient ozone exposure, artery wall thickness

Tesla and GM sign on to use supply chain emissions database

Researchers suggest that air quality tests need simplifying to help reduce dangerous emissions

New study finds gasoline stations vent up to 10x more benzene fumes than previously thought

Colorado approves goal to make 82% of car sales electric by 2032

EPA proposes first US greenhouse gas emissions standards for aircraft

California ARB fines Tesoro $1.36M for Low Carbon Fuel Standard violations

Fraunhofer IPK develops technical standards for EU digital battery passport – Charged EVs

USC study shows promising potential for giant-kelp-based biofuel with depth-cycling approach

International consortium working on new sensor technology to measure real-world, in-use vehicle emissions

Italy says that it’s illegal for Alfa Romeo to call its new EV the Milano

KS Kolbenschmidt introducing 5th generation LITEKS piston system for improved fuel savings through friction reduction

New composite reduces rare earth element usage in three-way catalytic converters

Stellantis installs long-awaited apparatus to recovery Detroit Jeep plant smell factor

FCA US LLC to pay ~$300M in criminal penalties over diesel emissions test cheating

Port of Oakland completes shore power infrastructure

Colorado DPHE proposing rule to adopt California LEV standards for MY 2022 and following

EPA report shows progress in reducing urban air toxics across US; 50% reduction from mobile sources since 1990

Study finds renewable diesel blends deliver fuel consumption and CO2 benefits in Euro 5 engines

UK expert group focuses attention on non-exhaust emissions from road traffic as regulatory concern

Cutting Non-CO2 Pollutants Can Delay Abrupt Climate Change; The Fast Action Climate Agenda

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