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Accelerating Freight Decarbonization

Legal Planet

Ocean-going ships transport nearly three-quarters of the world’s cargo, but heavy-duty road vehicles contribute to the majority- 65% of emissions from freight. The emissions from these trucks, such as particulate matter & nitrogen oxides, can contribute to poor air quality in these communities.

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Policy News: April 11, 2022

ESA

BRUSSELS — The world can avoid the worst consequences of climate change, but emissions need to peak by 2025, the U.N.’s Even 2 degrees becomes unlikely without a peak by 2025. White House: The Office of Science and Technology released a new report , Opportunities and Actions for Ocean Science and Technology. The IPCC said 1.5

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