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Emissions by the Big Utilities: Where They Are, What They’re Aiming For

Legal Planet

Carbon Reduction Goals: Net-zero carbon monoxide and methane emissions by 2050. For the recent expansion to include upstream and downstream emissions, see [link]. (5) Carbon Reduction Goals : Reduction of carbon emissions from generating facilities by 80% from 2000 levels by 2050. Nuclear 17%.

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The Climate Commitment Act: A Promise to Washington's Communities

Washington Nature

1 allowance = 1 metric ton of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. A key critique of California's Cap & Trade program has been that it hasn’t reduced health-harming criteria pollutants , including carbon monoxide, lead, nitrogen dioxide, ozone, sulfur dioxide, and particulates. What are allowances + offsets?

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How Green Tech Helps Create Sustainable Mobility in Cities

Earthava

However, one of its most pressing current challenges is reducing the carbon emissions from transportation, a sector that is one of the highest contributors to greenhouse gases. In the US alone, the transportation sector contributed 29% of greenhouse gas emissions in 2019. Promotes sustainable transport.