Breaking news from the Associated Press: “CO2 Emissions in US Drop to 20-Year Low” - this from the first 4 months of the year. Is it a trend? They have indeed been slowly dropping, but 2010 saw a spike, attributed partially to a hot summer and subsequent use of air conditioning. This summer's record heat might also bring the year's average up. But the primary reason for this change is seen as … [Read more...]
EcoFacts – fuel efficiency trends
August 1, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Today, some good news along with the debt ceiling and budget crisis brouhaha. A breath of fresh air managed to squeeze through, signaling (and reflecting) a future with less fossil fuels. Thanks to compromise. Obama announced an agreement with the auto industry which will double fuel economy standards by 2025. In 14 years, new fleets will average 54.5 mpg. This includes 5-10 mpg lower numbers for … [Read more...]
Natural Gas Guzzlers
July 29, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Will These Vehicles Become a Permanent Part of Our Green Living Future? Over the years and in either direct or indirect proportion to the oil price – an interest in natural gas as a means to propel the internal combustion engine, has consistently waxed and waned. There is a difference at this point in time, because now the oil price seems consistently high, we also have a huge and long-term … [Read more...]
