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COP26 declaration on accelerating the transition to 100% zero emission cars and vans

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We will support efforts to achieve the road transport breakthrough announced by world leaders, which aims to make zero emission vehicles the new normal by making them accessible, affordable and sustainable in all regions by 2030. … The declaration is not legally binding and is focused on a global level. —COP 26 Declaration.

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BYD wins order for another 406 electric buses in Bogotá, Colombia

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A joint venture between Colombian business group Fanalca and international public transport operator Transdev used BYD’s integrated E-bus solutions to bid and successfully won the tender. Globally, BYD’s green transport offerings have spread to more than 300 cities, operating in more than 50 countries and regions.

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Nations agree on global, legally binding treaty on mercury emissions: Minamata Convention on Mercury

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At the conclusion of the International Negotiating Committee on Mercury ( INC5 ) meeting in Geneva ( earlier post ), nations agreed on a global, legally-binding treaty to prevent mercury emissions and releases. The negotiations were initially looking to set thresholds on the size of plants or level of emissions to be controlled.

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BYD lands contract for 35 electric buses at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

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Winning this contract was a vital step in our strategy to deliver emissions-free, public-transport vehicles. It features an all-aluminum frame with appropriate weight distribution with an internally developed energy recovery system (during braking). The open-public tender was sought by four other established suppliers.

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HIF Global, Porsche and Volkswagen Group unveil new direct air capture unit to be installed at eFuels plant in Chile in 2024

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Since then, we have extensively studied the concept with regard to suitable technologies and economic viability with international partners in the research and industrial sectors. —Nikolai Ardey, Director of Volkswagen Group Innovation To slow global warming, it is essential to reduce emissions and remove CO 2 from the atmosphere.

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