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Get on board California’s zero-emission trains!
California adopts a first-in-the-nation ban on the oldest and dirtiest diesel locomotive engines.
India’s electric tractors are ready but idling
Including zero-emission tractors in the FAME II scheme would send a strong signal to the industry and is essential for supporting India’s net-zero goal.
How railroad freight can thrive again in China
China’s railroads have significant potential to become the backbone of a modern, low-carbon intermodal freight transportation system.
Green intermodal freight and unlocking solutions for China’s air and climate problems
An overview of strategies that can help China overcome bottlenecks and establish an efficient, clean intermodal freight system.
Money talks in vehicle retirement: Ways to strengthen India’s scrappage program
Experiences in other regions show that direct fiscal incentives are most important for consumer participation in scrappage programs.
Bharat Stage VI emission standards: Mission NOT impossible
India’s successful implementation of Bharat Stage VI emission standards is cause for celebration and evidence that big leaps are possible.
China IV non-road standards: A golden opportunity to advance stringent limits and mandate filters
To lead the way in effectively controlling emissions from non-road vehicles, it is crucial for China to advance the China IV standards, as more stringent requirements on emissions will always lead to more advanced emission control technology. Thus, China would be wise to adopt the combination of the Tier 4 final emission standards (including covering non-road equipment of all sizes) and DPF requirement directly as the new China IV emission standards to effectively control PM and NOx emissions.
Exploring the climate and health benefits from public transit
It is possible to mitigate climate change and lower health impacts through less reliance on private automobiles, reduced urban sprawl, higher rates of public transit, and stringent vehicle emission controls.
Big cars, bigger troubles
India’s increase in the excise duty and absence of LCV fuel-efficiency standards may lead some manufacturers to categorize some models as LCVs to avoid the fuel-efficiency standards.
