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

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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. million users in France in 2017. million users in London in 2019 and with 2.7

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

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MAY 27, 2020

Southwest Research Institute engineers have developed the next generation of clean diesel engine technology to reduce hazardous nitrogen oxides (NO x ) and carbon dioxide emissions while minimizing fuel consumption. g/hp-hr NO x emissions). Making a relevant impact on pollutants requires a whole system approach.

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EPA proposes first US greenhouse gas emissions standards for aircraft

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JULY 23, 2020

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for airplanes used in commercial aviation and large business jets. The new international Airplane CO 2 Emission Standards adopted by ICAO in 2017 are prescribed in ICAO Annex 16, Volume III titled, Aeroplane CO 2 Emissions.

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Harvard/Nanjing study: China’s war on PM2.5 pollution is causing more severe ozone pollution

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JANUARY 3, 2019

In early 2013, the Chinese government declared a war on air pollution and began instituting stringent policies to regulate the emissions of PM 2.5. Cities restricted the number of cars on the road, coal-fired power plants reduced emissions or were shuttered and replaced with natural gas. Over the course of five years, PM 2.5

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CARB approves first emissions reduction plans for three Southern California communities

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

The California Air Resources Board has approved the first three Community Emissions Reduction Programs (CERP) within the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) under Assembly Bill 617. Garcia, 2017) CARB developed the Office of Community Air Protection (OCAP). East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, West Commerce.

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International travelers experience adverse cardiopulmonary health effects even after short stay in polluted cities

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JUNE 2, 2019

For travelers who visit cities with high levels of air pollution, even a short stay leads to breathing problems that can take at least a week from which to recove, a new study led by researchers at NYU School of Medicine finds. Researchers then compared the health data against levels of air pollution collected from local government agencies.

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Studies find global COVID-19 lockdowns have significantly reduced PM2.5 and NO2 pollution, but ozone up

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MAY 12, 2020

Levels of two major air pollutants have been reduced significantly since lockdowns began in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but a secondary pollutant—ground-level ozone—has increased in China, according to new research. Maybe this unintended experiment could be used to understand better the emission regulations.

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Latest EPA automotive trend report shows MY 2017 fleet fuel economy of 24.9 mpg; new record

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MARCH 7, 2019

The latest edition of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) annual Automotive Trends Report finds that Model Year (MY) 2017 vehicle fuel economy was 24.9 Since MY 2004, fuel economy and CO 2 emissions have improved in eleven out of thirteen years. GHG Performance and Standards by Manufacturer, 2017 Model Year. Background.

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UK ONS report finds significant challenge remains to reduce road transport emissions; sector GHG emissions up 6% from 1990-2017

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

A new report by the UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) finds that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from road transport in the UK rose by 6% from 1990 to 2017. The increase—albeit lower than the increase in road traffic—highlights the significant challenge in reducing emissions from road transport, the report says.

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T&E study finds cruise ships emitting 10x more SOx in Europe port cities than all Europe’s 260M cars

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JUNE 9, 2019

An in-house study by environmental NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) has found that the luxury cruise brands owned by Carnival Corporation & PLC emitted in 2017 in European seas alone 10 times more SO x than all of Europe’s 260+ million passenger vehicles. million passenger vehicles in a year.

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DOT, EPA unveil joint proposal for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emission standards: 49.6 mpg CAFE, 163 g/mile GHG in 2025; flexibilities and incentives

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Transportation (DOT) formally unveiled their joint proposal to set stronger fuel economy and greenhouse gas pollution standards for Model Year 2017-2025 passenger cars and light trucks. mpg US (5.87 L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6 L/100km) in model year 2025.

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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. Emissions from these backup generators can harm local residents, regional air quality and the global climate.

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Study finds that current approach to limiting wintertime pollution may initially backfire

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MAY 10, 2019

The processes that create ozone pollution in the summer can also trigger the formation of wintertime air pollution, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder and NOAA, in partnership with the University of Utah. A key control strategy is to reduce emissions of the limiting reagent.

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Study finds air pollution and GHG costs of crude-by-rail nearly 2x pipeline costs; much larger than spill and accidents costs

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OCTOBER 11, 2017

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh have found that the air pollution and greenhouse gas costs of shipping crude by rail are nearly twice as large as those for oil pipelines. Air pollution and greenhouse gas damages for transportation by railroad and pipelines to the gulf coast. Clay et al.

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ICCT life-cycle analysis finds no climate benefit in using LNG as marine fuel

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JANUARY 29, 2020

Additionally, LNG engines are tuned to either emit low nitrogen oxide (NO x ) emissions—at the cost of higher methane emissions in some cases—or to incorporate NO x reduction technologies such as exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) or selective catalytic reduction (SCR). 2017) that actual ship operations are different.

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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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HALO research aircraft measuring the emissions of megacities in EmeRGe project

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MARCH 22, 2018

However, emissions do not just remain in conurbations; particles and gaseous pollutants can be transported thousands of kilometers by the wind. The aim is to better understand and predict the extent and impact of urban air pollution on Earth’s atmosphere. HALO in-hangar in Taiwan.

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Latest GHG Inventory shows California remains below 2020 emissions target; much steeper rate of GHG reductions required

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

California’s latest greenhouse gas data shows that while the state continues to stay below its 2020 target for emissions, there is much more work to do to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. California statewide GHG emissions dropped below the 2020 GHG Limit in 2016 and have remained below the 2020 GHG Limit since then.

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Mitsui O.S.K. Lines pays $253K to CARB for violating at-berth regulations

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2020

The rule requires container, passenger and refrigerated cargo ships to reduce emissions while docked at California’s busiest ports, including Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, Hueneme, San Francisco and San Diego. The violations were discovered during routine audits of the company’s 2017 and 2018 vessel fleet visits to the Port of Oakland.

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Study: ozone levels higher across China than in other countries tracking the air pollutant

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

2017 for one ozone metric. 2017 are included. Many countries regulate ozone because of the damage the pollutant does to plants and people. Since the 1990s, tighter controls on emissions of those ingredients have lessened ozone pollution in many European and US cities. 2014) are included.

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Ozone Pollution China South Korea

UNFI adding 53 all-electric TRUs to California fleet

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MAY 7, 2021

The company is one of the first wholesalers to utilize the technology and comes as the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced plans in January to impose zero-emission requirements on TRUs sold or operated in California by 31 December 2029.

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Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

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NOVEMBER 26, 2022

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, will expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) ( earlier post ) London-wide. The expansion will come into effect on 29 August 2023 and will operate across all London boroughs up to the existing Low Emission Zone boundary for large and heavy vehicles. Source: Transport for London. Source TfL.

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Port of Los Angeles surpasses 2023 pollution reduction targets five years ahead of schedule; NOx down 60% from 2005

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AUGUST 25, 2018

Emissions of NO x , a key component of smog, at the Port of Los Angeles are down 60% compared to 2005 emissions levels. The newly released 2017 Inventory of Air Emissions shows the Port set new record lows for emissions reductions while its container volume reached an all-time high of 9.34

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California Assemblymembers introduce bill phasing out gasoline-fueled small off-road engines

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MARCH 30, 2021

AB 1346 would require new sales of SORE to be zero-emission by 2024 or whenever the California Air Resources Board (CARB) determines is feasible, whichever is later. Today, operating the best-selling gas-powered commercial leaf blower for one hour emits air pollutants comparable to driving a 2017 Toyota Camry from Los Angeles to Denver.

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ICCT study examines current & projected use of heavy fuel oil in Arctic shipping; growth in BC emissions points to need for policies

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MAY 8, 2017

A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) estimates heavy fuel oil (HFO) use, HFO carriage, the use and carriage of other fuels, black carbon (BC) emissions, and emissions of other air and climate pollutants for the year 2015, with projections to 2020 and 2025. Click to enlarge. —Comer et al.

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Report finds one-third fewer polluting vehicles entered central London during ULEZ’ first four months

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

An analysis of the early impacts of London’s new Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) found that in the first four months of its operation (March – July 2019) there was a reduction of 12,524 older, more polluting, non-compliant vehicles detected in the zone—a reduction of more than one-third.

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Study finds catalyzed gasoline particulate filters effective at reducing particulate and PAH emissions from GDI engines

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FEBRUARY 22, 2018

The researchers assessed the gaseous, particulate, and genotoxic pollutants from two current technology gasoline direct injection vehicles when tested in their original configuration and with a catalyzed gasoline particulate filter (GPF). Their study is publishedin the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology. Yang et al.

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Microplastics in Arctic snow suggest widespread air pollution

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AUGUST 19, 2019

The high concentrations found in snow samples from disparate regions suggest microplastics—which may contain varnish, rubber, or chemicals used in synthetic fabrics—cause significant air pollution. They visited five ice floes by ship-based helicopters or dinghies during three expeditions.

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California clean fuels rule reports 100% compliance in 2017

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MAY 10, 2018

The 2017 Compliance Report for the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) shows 100% compliance with the regulation. The program considers greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at all stages of production of a fuel, from pump or field to wheel. million metric tons, meaning that that GHG emission reductions are occurring ahead of schedule.

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2017 Cleaning Clean California

Study finds modifying urban form may be a strategy to reduce air pollution

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OCTOBER 30, 2017

Based on their findings in a new study, researchers from the University of Washington and the University of Minnesota suggest that modifying urban form—as a means of affecting motor vehicle usage—may be a strategy to mitigate urban air pollution. Marshall (2017) “Does Urban Form Affect Urban NO2? —Bechle et al.

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EEA report: EVs are better for climate and air quality

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NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Battery electric cars emit less greenhouse gases and air pollutants over their entire life cycle than petrol and diesel cars, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) report. Emissions are usually higher in the production phase of electric cars, but these are more than offset by lower emissions in the use phase over time.

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Climate Pollution Gasoline-Electric 2017

EPA opens 2017 Request for Proposals for $11M in diesel emissions reduction funding DERA

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APRIL 27, 2017

EPA is announcing $11 million in competitive grant funding for the Diesel Emissions Reductions Act (DERA) Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program. Funds awarded under this program cannot be used to fund emission reductions mandated by federal law. Equipment for testing emissions or fueling infrastructure is not eligible for funding.

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EPA Diesel Emissions 2017

Sinopec targeting 10B cubic meters of gas per year by 2017 from China’s first large-scale shale gas field

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APRIL 6, 2014

China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) said that it had made significant breakthroughs in the exploration and development of shale gas in China, and is planning to develop the Fuling shale gas field into China’s first shale gas field with an annual production capacity of 10 billion cubic meters by 2017. trillion cubic meters.

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Next 10 report finds California must increase GHG reductions to 4.9%/year through 2030 to meet target

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DECEMBER 23, 2020

This year’s Index finds that 2018 greenhouse gas emissions—the latest year for which data are available—rose overall for the first time since 2012, driven in part by increases in the power and commercial sectors. Data from the report illustrate that California now must reduce emissions by an average of 4.9%

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Hyundai Motor introduces electric double-decker bus

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MAY 29, 2019

In Seoul, Hyundai Motor unveiled an electric double-decker bus—a first of its kind for Hyundai, and part of the company’s effort to help reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. The bus allows up to 70 passengers—11 seats on the first floor and 59 seats on the second floor—1.5

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CARB fines Del Monte $2M for violations of OGV at Berth regulation

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OCTOBER 8, 2020

The At-Berth Regulation is a critical tool for CARB to cut harmful toxic diesel emissions from ships docked in California ports, and we hope this penalty will send a message that violators will pay a hefty price if they fail to comply. The goal of CARB’s At-Berth Regulation is to reduce diesel emissions from ocean-going vessels (OGVs).

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Ports of LA, Long Beach approve 2017 Clean Air Action Plan; targeted GHG reductions; zero-emissions on-road drayage by 2035

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NOVEMBER 3, 2017

The governing boards of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach unanimously approved the 2017 Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP) Update , ushering in a new era of aggressive clean air strategies for moving cargo through the nation’s busiest container port complex. The approval launches the process for developing and refining specific programs.

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Long Beach 2017 Clean Cleaning

California Air Resources Board settles with COSCO Container Lines for $965,000; >2,600 air quality violations from 2014-2017

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DECEMBER 19, 2019

The violations were discovered during routine audits of the Shanghai-based company’s 2014-2017 fleet visits to the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach and the Port of Oakland. To settle the case, COSCO agreed to pay $965,300 to the Air Pollution Control Fund to support air pollution research, and to comply with all applicable CARB regulations.

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Hagens Berman files class-action lawsuit against Ford and Bosch claiming Super Duty diesel emissions defeat devices

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JANUARY 11, 2018

The law firm of Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP has filed a class-action lawsuit accusing Ford and Bosch of knowingly installing emissions-cheating software devices in 2011-2017 Ford 250 and 350 Super Duty diesel pickup trucks, allowing the affected pickups to pollute at levels up to 50 times legal limits.

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EPA: GHG emissions standards for cars and light trucks should be revised; joint process with NHTSA (updated with more reactions)

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APRIL 2, 2018

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt announced the completion of the Midterm Evaluation (MTE) process for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for cars and light trucks for model years 2022-2025, and his final determination that the current standards are not appropriate and should be revised.

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FTA announces $55M for FY 2017 Low-No funding

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APRIL 28, 2017

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the availability of $55 million of Fiscal Year 2017 funds ( FTA-2017-003-TPM-LowNo ) for the purchase or lease of low- or no-emission vehicles as well as related equipment or facilities (Low-No).

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2017 Purchase Emissions Financing

IEA finds CO2 emissions flat for third straight year even as global economy grew in 2016

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MARCH 18, 2017

Global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions were flat for a third straight year in 2016 even as the global economy grew, according to the International Energy Agency. The data signal a continuing decoupling of emissions and economic activity. Global emissions from the energy sector stood at 32.1

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Euro Parliament Environment Committee approves 147 g CO2/km target for light commercial vehicles by 2020; caps van speed

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MAY 7, 2013

The committee also proposed indicative targets for post-2020 CO 2 emissions in a range of 105 to 120 g/km (168 to 192 g/mile) from 2025. The draft also sets indicative targets for post-2020 CO 2 emissions in the range of 68-78 g/km (109-126 g/mile) from 2025. Climate Change Emissions Europe Fuel Efficiency Policy'

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European countries struggle to meet emission limits due to emissions from agriculture and transport

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JULY 4, 2017

Eleven EU Member States breached air pollution ceilings in 2015 mostly due to high emissions from agricultural and transport sources, according to new data and a briefing released by the European Environment Agency (EEA). The briefing includes information on countries’ 2015 emissions and national ceilings for different pollutants.

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Emissions Transportation Ireland Luxembourg

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

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

EPA proposes first US greenhouse gas emissions standards for aircraft

Harvard/Nanjing study: China’s war on PM2.5 pollution is causing more severe ozone pollution

CARB approves first emissions reduction plans for three Southern California communities

International travelers experience adverse cardiopulmonary health effects even after short stay in polluted cities

Studies find global COVID-19 lockdowns have significantly reduced PM2.5 and NO2 pollution, but ozone up

Latest EPA automotive trend report shows MY 2017 fleet fuel economy of 24.9 mpg; new record

UK ONS report finds significant challenge remains to reduce road transport emissions; sector GHG emissions up 6% from 1990-2017

T&E study finds cruise ships emitting 10x more SOx in Europe port cities than all Europe’s 260M cars

DOT, EPA unveil joint proposal for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emission standards: 49.6 mpg CAFE, 163 g/mile GHG in 2025; flexibilities and incentives

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

Study finds that current approach to limiting wintertime pollution may initially backfire

Study finds air pollution and GHG costs of crude-by-rail nearly 2x pipeline costs; much larger than spill and accidents costs

ICCT life-cycle analysis finds no climate benefit in using LNG as marine fuel

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

HALO research aircraft measuring the emissions of megacities in EmeRGe project

Latest GHG Inventory shows California remains below 2020 emissions target; much steeper rate of GHG reductions required

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines pays $253K to CARB for violating at-berth regulations

Study: ozone levels higher across China than in other countries tracking the air pollutant

UNFI adding 53 all-electric TRUs to California fleet

Mayor of London expanding Ultra Low Emission Zone London-wide; new £110M scrappage scheme

Port of Los Angeles surpasses 2023 pollution reduction targets five years ahead of schedule; NOx down 60% from 2005

California Assemblymembers introduce bill phasing out gasoline-fueled small off-road engines

ICCT study examines current & projected use of heavy fuel oil in Arctic shipping; growth in BC emissions points to need for policies

Report finds one-third fewer polluting vehicles entered central London during ULEZ’ first four months

Study finds catalyzed gasoline particulate filters effective at reducing particulate and PAH emissions from GDI engines

Microplastics in Arctic snow suggest widespread air pollution

California clean fuels rule reports 100% compliance in 2017

Study finds modifying urban form may be a strategy to reduce air pollution

EEA report: EVs are better for climate and air quality

EPA opens 2017 Request for Proposals for $11M in diesel emissions reduction funding DERA

Sinopec targeting 10B cubic meters of gas per year by 2017 from China’s first large-scale shale gas field

Next 10 report finds California must increase GHG reductions to 4.9%/year through 2030 to meet target

Hyundai Motor introduces electric double-decker bus

CARB fines Del Monte $2M for violations of OGV at Berth regulation

Ports of LA, Long Beach approve 2017 Clean Air Action Plan; targeted GHG reductions; zero-emissions on-road drayage by 2035

California Air Resources Board settles with COSCO Container Lines for $965,000; >2,600 air quality violations from 2014-2017

Hagens Berman files class-action lawsuit against Ford and Bosch claiming Super Duty diesel emissions defeat devices

EPA: GHG emissions standards for cars and light trucks should be revised; joint process with NHTSA (updated with more reactions)

FTA announces $55M for FY 2017 Low-No funding

IEA finds CO2 emissions flat for third straight year even as global economy grew in 2016

Euro Parliament Environment Committee approves 147 g CO2/km target for light commercial vehicles by 2020; caps van speed

European countries struggle to meet emission limits due to emissions from agriculture and transport

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