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JUNE 26, 2009

Coal consumption: lower increase due to financial crisis and more renewable electricity. Global emissions from coal consumption increased by 3.5%, which was less than in previous years, where average annual increases were about 5%. Tags: Climate Change Emissions. Excluding large-scale hydropower, renewables contributed 4.4%

2008 170

2008 Oil Renewable Emissions 170

Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2014

Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks , which is submitted annually to the Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, presents a national-level overview of annual greenhouse gas emissions since 1990. in 2004, and since then have declined about 10%. Climate Change Emissions' decrease in 2012 from 2011.

2005 252

2005 2012 EPA 2011 252

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APRIL 15, 2019

This decrease was largely driven by a decrease in emissions from fossil fuel combustion, which was a result of multiple factors including a continued shift from coal to natural gas and increased use of renewables in the electric power sector, and milder weather that contributed to less overall electricity use.

2017 199

2017 EPA Transportation 2005 199

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

Among the findings of the EIA analysis: CO 2 emissions form natural gas surpassed those from coal in 2016. The natural gas share of electricity generation has grown as the coal share declined, partially offsetting the decline in energy-related CO 2 emissions from coal.

2016 150

2016 CO2 Emissions Transportation 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2009

World-wide “peak oil” production is expected to occur from 2010 to 2025+ (by some experts estimate that we have already reached peak production since 2004). Tags: Climate Change Emissions Fuels. The US Department of Defense (DoD) is the single largest buyer and consumer of fuel at 12.6 Dorner et al. Dorner et al.

Climate Change 150

Climate Change Production CO2 2009 150

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APRIL 3, 2015

In-service commercial aircraft emit substantial amounts of aerosol particles that can degrade local air quality and human health near airports, as well as impact Earth’s climate through direct aerosol radiative absorption, contributing cloud condensation nuclei, or modification of the extent and properties of cirrus clouds high in the troposphere.

Fuel 150

Fuel C1 Alternative Fuels Emissions 150

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NOVEMBER 29, 2009

Although most countries have already revealed their opening emissions reduction proposals, UNFCCC Executive Secretary Yvo de Boer pointed out Thursday that “ we still await clarity from industrialized nations on the provision of large-scale finance to developing countries for immediate and long-term climate action. by Jack Rosebro.

Climate 236

Climate Climate Change 2009 Emissions 236

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DECEMBER 20, 2009

Experts predict that by the year 2060 global warming, if left unchecked, could result in a temperature rise of seven degrees Fahrenheit higher than temperatures before the Industrial Revolution when man started widespread use of coal and other fossil fuels. Reductions in Emissions. C to 2 °C above pre-Industrial Revolution levels.

Climate Change 244

Climate Change Climate Carbon Emissions 244

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Until then, we also recommend you look at the FAQ at the Climate Progress Blog and the FAQ by Hybrids-Plus , an after-market converter of hybrid cars, for answers to many questions! Power and Associates 2004 report ]. But its monumentally less pollution , even on the national (half-coal) grid. What Are Plug-In Hybrids (PHEVs)?

PHEV 37

PHEV Nickel Metal Hydride Prius EPRI 37

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Several dozen prototypes on 15-passenger van since 2004; now in second generation development; no production plans. Kwong said Toyota is concerned PHEVs might just replace gas problems with more coal emissions, since the cars will require more electricity from utilities. Showed BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS series PHEV concept in December 08.

Plug-in 45

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Lithium Ion 45

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JULY 22, 2009

billion in 2004 to $117 billion 2007 with the first three quarters of 2008 averaging 29% higher than 2007. By the time REFF West occurred in October 2008 the climate had changed dramatically. Climate change projects had always had a stronger appeal to international investors than US investors. Eight months ago.

Financing 150

Financing Renewable Stimulus Package Energy 150