New diesel emissions regulations suggested to reduce trucking expenses by $12 billion
Trump Administration Proposes Changes to Truck Emissions Standards The Trump administration is suggesting a rollback of truck emissions standards established during the Biden era. Officials argue this move could save the trucking industry around $12 billion, and potentially ease supply chain costs that contribute to the rising prices of everyday products for consumers. According to […]
California files lawsuit against Trump administration regarding EPA vehicle emissions exemption
California to Sue Trump Administration Over Auto Emissions California plans to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Monday. This legal action comes after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided to submit the state’s longstanding auto emissions exemption to Congress for review. This situation could lead to a legal battle that will define California’s […]
Solana is Thinking About Reducing $3 Billion in SOL Emissions in Its Largest Economic Change So Far
Solana’s Economic Model Changes Could Lead to Significant Emission Reductions Solana is exploring key modifications to its economic framework, aiming to decrease projected emissions by roughly 22.3 million SOL, which is about $2.9 billion over the next six years. This initiative is intended to help the blockchain shift toward a low-inflation environment. Supply Risk Management […]
Electric vehicles surpass gasoline cars in emissions after only 2 years, new research shows.
Electric vehicles (EVs) have shown significant advantages in reducing long-term emissions, despite the increased pollution associated with battery production. It turns out that after about two years of regular use, EVs start to outperform gasoline cars in total CO2 savings, and this advantage grows with time. A recent study published in PLOS Climate supports this […]
SEMA’s CEO calls on the EPA to eliminate emissions regulations for a distinct American industry.
Auto Industry Awaits Potential Regulatory Shift The auto industry is preparing for a pivotal decision that could change the landscape of vehicle emissions regulations. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to revoke the 2009 findings related to greenhouse gas emissions, which have, for over ten years, enabled substantial regulatory authority concerning vehicle emissions […]
U.N. to Decide on the First Global Tax Targeting Shipping Emissions
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is gathering in London to vote on new regulations aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions by introducing the first global tax on ship emissions. This meeting, which is set to wrap up on Friday, will work on finalizing a “net zero framework” (NZF). This framework would allow commercial vessels to […]
Can the Fuel Emissions Freedom Act protect America’s auto industry from California?
California, your emissions policy is under scrutiny. This is the essence of House Bill HR 4117, known as the Freedom of Fuel Emissions Act, which is causing quite a stir in the automotive sector. Even if Congress decides to clarify things, the lawsuit is definitely on the horizon. California hasn’t hesitated to leverage the courts […]
Democrats urge the Trump administration to maintain vehicle emissions standards
Over 100 Democrats sent a letter on Wednesday to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator, Lee Zeldin, urging the agency to revoke its proposed repeal of federal vehicle emission standards. In July, the EPA hinted at withdrawing a 2009 finding that allows it to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles. This proposed change would scrap […]
EPA suggests eliminating the need for companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions.
The Trump administration has put forward a plan to eliminate the requirement for businesses to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions. On Friday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirmed this proposal, which could affect rules that, since 2009, have mandated major emitters to report their emissions. This regulation typically targets facilities that release at least 25,000 […]
Sheep take the place of gas mowers at solar farms to cut down emissions
Solar Grazing: A Sustainable Solution for Solar Farms Forget the noise of lawn mowers and gas-guzzling tractors. Modern solar companies are now looking to sheep for keeping the grass trimmed and weeds in check beneath solar panels. These eco-friendly grazers can maneuver easily between tight panel rows, effectively cutting down on maintenance costs and carbon […]