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Russian Dandelion shows potential as a sustainable source of natural rubber
Research conducted by Bridgestone Americas indicates that the Russian Dandelion could in future become a commercially viable, renewable source of high-quality, tyre-grade rubber. Read more...
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Airlines largely conforming to EU rules on emissions
Despite protests from China and a legal challenge from the US, most airlines are following the EU rules on emissions as part of the plan to include airlines in the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) by 2013. Read more...
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Biofuels fate to be decided by the EU
The future of European biofuels is being debated today as top European officials try to reach a deal on measuring the climate impact of the fuel. Read more...
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New electric car from Vauxhall
A new model of electric car looks set to solve the problem of limited battery life and bolster electric car sales. Read more...
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Fuel efficient cars moving towards domination of UK market
Fuel efficient car sales are rising fast according to motor industry body SMMT. Demand for highly efficient cars has increased along with the rising cost of living and fuel prices. Read more...
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EU's carbon emission scheme could halt global climate talks
India’s Environment Minister, Jayanthi Natarajan, has this week called the EU law that charges airlines for its carbon emissions as a potential ‘deal-breaker’ for global climate change negotiations. Read more...
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Ampera exceeds sales expectations
Sales of the Vauxhall Ampera have exceeded 7,000 units, and are well on their way to 10,000 and close to beating the American version, the Chevrolet Volt, in terms of sales. Read more...
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Airlines plead for change to ETS ruling
Seven of Europe’s largest aviation companies have written to governments this week in protest of the inclusion of airlines in the EU's Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). Read more...
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Electric vehicles can offer major benefits to businesses
Electric vehicles (EVs) can be commercially viable in business fleets today and could save as much as £700 per vehicle per year compared to diesel, according to a new report. Read more...
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Shipping industry looks to efficiency for carbon savings
The shipping industry has long been seen as a key area for emissions reductions, but now the industry is using new technology and smarter logistics to achieve financial and carbon savings, according to the Environmental Defence Fund (EDF). Read more...
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