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Takeaways from ICCT’s recent roundtable on low- and zero-emission zones in India
At a recent event in New Delhi, a variety of stakeholders came together to discuss the potential for low- and zero-emission zones in India.
China’s chance to further reduce diesel emissions with robust policy “punches”
Doing more to abate emissions from diesel fleets can be one of the most critical missions for China in the next decade. The China Mobile Source Environmental Management Annual Report, published by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE), revealed that on-road vehicles emitted 5.82 Mt of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and 69 kt of particulate […]
Europe’s heavy-duty CO2 standards risk being delayed. Our climate can’t wait.
A recent leak shows a six-month delay to the revision to Europe’s CO2 standards for trucks and buses
Is the Euro 7 proposal good or bad after all? — Yes.
While there are a lot of innovative facets of the Euro 7 proposal, some aspects could use some improvement
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.
Biden wants all new commercial trucks to go electric by 2040
By signing the Global MOU and committing to 100% ZEV truck sales in 204 the Biden Administration sends an important signal at a key moment. It will shape EPA’s ambition for the Phase III GHG standard, and changes the game globally as well.
A story of transition: How Europe’s faring in its move to zero-emission trucks and buses
Zero-emission sales of trucks and buses are on the rise, but a lack of long-range options for Europe’s highest polluting vehicles hampers progress
What’s missing in Mexico’s EV strategy?
Examines new policy initiatives for zero-emission vehicles in Mexico, and the additional effort needed.
Lessons about charging infrastructure from electric bus operations in Maharashtra
Planning for and setting up electric bus charging infrastructure, which needs to happen alongside the bus-procurement process, involves depot setup and working with power companies on upstream equipment.
How electric buses are improving bus operations in India
Interviews with transit authorities and private bus operators showed that electric buses are packed with features, more comfortable to drive than combustion engine buses, and manufacturers are continually improving the electric buses.
Maharashtra’s transit authorities report positive experiences with electric buses
Highlights of our survey of transit authorities in Pune, Mumbai, and Navi Mumbai, which showed that electric buses are a maturing technology in India and those with experience are quite happy with their performance.
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.
