The organization responsible for setting global environmental standards for shipping approved rules designed to curb the industry’s carbon emissions, triggering criticism that its measures won’t do enough to help tackle climate change.
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Tesla, Utility Giants Form ZETA, Calling for 100% EV Adoption by 2030
Tesla Inc. is joining rideshare company Uber Technologies Inc., Lordstown Motors, Rivian and others to lobby for 100% electric-vehicle adoption by 2030.
November 17, 2020Diesel Jumps 5.8¢ a Gallon in Largest Increase of 2020
The national average price of diesel spiked by 5.8 cents per gallon, more than twice the previous high for the year, according to the Energy Information Administration’s weekly data released Nov. 16.
November 16, 2020Truck, Engine Makers Refine Products to Meet 2021 GHG Emission Standards
Original equipment manufacturers and engine suppliers have found a variety of ways to meet the challenges posed by the 2021 Phase 2 standards for greenhouse gas emissions and fuel efficiency.
November 16, 2020California Seeks 150 Participants for Road User-Charge Research
As part of continued work to study an alternative to the state fuel tax, the California Department of Transportation is seeking 150 volunteers for road user-charge research.
November 16, 2020EV Optimism Surges on Prospect of Biden Administration
Electric vehicle startups extended their winning streak on Nov. 13, buoyed by strong earnings results from some of their peers and Joe Biden’s projected presidential win.
November 13, 2020Panel Discusses What’s Ahead for Greener Diesel
Diesel can play a central role for the transportation sector as it moves toward a more sustainable future, a panel of experts said.
November 12, 2020China Oil Giant Eyes New Supertankers to Shrink Diesel Glut
China’s biggest refiner is eyeing a creative strategy to help rid Asia of a persistent diesel glut — brand new supertankers usually reserved for crude oil.
November 12, 2020Diesel Increases Nationwide as Refinery Closes, Vaccine Hopes Rise
For just the second time in 2½ months, the weekly national average price of diesel fuel rose.
November 9, 2020EPA Recognizes 75 Freight Industry Leaders for Environmental Performance
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency honored 75 carriers, logistics providers and freight shippers with its annual SmartWay Excellence Awards.
November 5, 2020