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The White House wants a zero-emission freight industry by 2040
The Biden administration is tackling the monumental task of making America’s industrial freight system more environmentally friendly. The White House said on Wednesday that it aims to have 30 percent of industrial truck sales produce zero emissions by 2030 and 100 percent by 2040.
Biden administration may give automakers more time to shift to EVs
According to a report from The New York Times, the Biden administration is planning to loosen the strict rules on tailpipe emissions proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency last year. The rules are expected to be published this spring.
The EPA takes initial step towards regulating lead fuel used by small planes
The EPA has highlighted some of the environmental and public health risks associated with lead emissions. The agency wants to begin regulating the use of leaded fuel still often used in smaller airplanes.
Former Audi CEO Rupert Stadler will plead guilty to Dieselgate involvement
ormer Audi CEO Rupert Stadler has agreed to accept a plea deal that will see him confess to his involvement in dieselgate.
COP27 conference approves historic climate damage fund for developing nations
The COP27 climate conference delivered a breakthrough deal to help developing nations cope with the often catastrophic effects of climate change.
UN initiative will use satellites to detect methane emission hotspots
The UN is launching an initiative that uses satellites to detect methane emission hot zones — but whether countries use it is another story.
UN warns there's currently 'no credible pathway' to keep temperature rise under 1.5C
Compared with current policies, the UN says a further 45 percent cut in greenhouse gas emissions is needed to get on track and stay under the to 1.5C threshold.
Fixing inefficient oil field flaring could drastically reduce methane emissions
Scientists have discovered that flaring during oil extraction lets more methane into the atmosphere than thought.
GM wants to help shape the EPA's next clean car standard
GM and the Environmental Defense Fund have issued recommendations they hope will shape the EPA's next car emissions standards.
Amazon will start testing ultra-low carbon electrofuels for deliveries in 2023
Amazon is partnering with Infinium to test the use of so-called electrofuels (e-fuels) in its diesel vans for middle-mile deliveries.
California can once again set its own emissions rules, EPA says
California can now set its own emission standards under the Clean Air Act, the EPA announced today.
Sonos plans to improve its mixed environmental track record
Sonos has committed to being carbon neutral by 2030 with eco-friendly products, but can it overcome its mixed environmental track record?
COP26 climate change deal falls short on coal targets
The COP26 climate conference has produced a deal that aims to speed up anti-global warming efforts, but goes soft on coal energy.
US and China will cooperate to limit climate change this decade
The US and China have jointly pledged to limit climate change during the 2020s — though it's not clear how well the countries will hold to that goal.
US Department of Energy wants to dramatically reduce the cost of carbon capture technology
The US Department of Energy wants to accelerate the development of carbon capture technology. On Friday, the agency announced a program called Carbon Negative Shot.
Saudi Arabia won't reach net zero emissions until 2060
Saudi Arabia now expects to reach net zero emissions by 2060 — an improvement, but significantly behind some countries.
California could ban gas-powered generators and mowers by 2024
Some leaf blowers and pressure washers will be affected too.
The largest direct carbon capture plant is now making a small impact on emissions
The world's largest carbon capture plant is now up and running, although it will take a long time for these facilities to make a difference.
Study says Europe is 21 years behind its emissions reduction goals
Europe's largest utility has shared a study claiming the EU will be 21 years late on emissions goals unless it accelerates its pace.
Post-pandemic gas revival may threaten climate change targets
The International Energy Agency has warned that a post-pandemic revival in gas use could threaten climate change goals.
