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EPA Announces $40 Million in Funding to Reduce Emissions from Diesel Engines

EPA is soliciting applications nationwide for projects that significantly reduce diesel emissions and exposure, especially from fleets operating in areas designated as having poor air quality.

EPA Launches Cleaner Trucks Initiative

The initiative aims to update nitrogen oxide emission standards for heavy-duty trucks which were last set in 2001 while also streamlining compliance and certification requirements.

EPA Finalizes Increase in Renewable Fuel Volumes

Per the Renewable Fuel Standard, the EPA has finalized volume requirements and percentage standards for cellulosic biofuel, advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel for 2017, as well as biomass-based diesel for 2018.

EPA and NHTSA Finalize Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Trucks

The EPA and NHTSA have released its final Phase Two standards which aim to lower carbon dioxide and greenhouse gas emissions from heavy-duty vehicles.

EPA Reports Diesel Engine Grants Program Nets Major Air, Public Health Benefits

A new report from the EPA shows projects such as DERA have eliminated 335,200 tons of NOx and 14,700 tons of PM from the atmosphere, improving air quality in communities throughout the U.S.

EPA Providing $26 Million to Clean Up Diesel Engines

The EPA is soliciting proposals nationwide for clean diesel projects that will significantly reduce diesel emissions.

Toxic Emissions Standards Finalized for PVC Production Facilities

The EPA has finalized its standards for the reduction of air toxic emissions from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) production facilities.

EPA Awards $50 Million for Clean Diesel Projects

Clean diesel projects funded through these grants will work to address the more than 11 million older diesel engines.

EPA Streamlines Regulations

EPA streamlines regulations for car and truck fuel conversion systems

EPA Develops Reporting Requirements

EPA announces next steps for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Program

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Technology News Tracker: EPA Launches New Initiative to Reduce NOx Emissions

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EPA and NHTSA Propose Standards to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Improve Fuel Efficiency of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles for Model Year 2018 and Beyond

The proposed Phase 2 program would cut GHG emissions by approximately 1 billion metric tons, conserve approximately 1.8 billion barrels of oil, and lower fuel costs by about $170 billion over the lifetime of the vehicles sold under the program.

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EPA Announces $40 Million in Funding to Reduce Emissions from Diesel Engines

EPA is soliciting applications nationwide for projects that significantly reduce diesel emissions and exposure, especially from fleets operating in areas designated as having poor air quality.

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Technology News Tracker: EPA Launches New Initiative to Reduce NOx Emissions

EPA Launches Cleaner Trucks Initiative

The initiative aims to update nitrogen oxide emission standards for heavy-duty trucks which were last set in 2001 while also streamlining compliance and certification requirements.

EPA Finalizes Increase in Renewable Fuel Volumes

Per the Renewable Fuel Standard, the EPA has finalized volume requirements and percentage standards for cellulosic biofuel, advanced biofuel and total renewable fuel for 2017, as well as biomass-based diesel for 2018.

EPA and NHTSA Finalize Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Trucks

The EPA and NHTSA have released its final Phase Two standards which aim to lower carbon dioxide and greenhouse gas emissions from heavy-duty vehicles.

EPA Reports Diesel Engine Grants Program Nets Major Air, Public Health Benefits

A new report from the EPA shows projects such as DERA have eliminated 335,200 tons of NOx and 14,700 tons of PM from the atmosphere, improving air quality in communities throughout the U.S.

EPA Providing $26 Million to Clean Up Diesel Engines

The EPA is soliciting proposals nationwide for clean diesel projects that will significantly reduce diesel emissions.

EPA finalizes increases in renewable fuel levels

On November 30, the EPA finalized its volume requirements for renewable fuels which call for higher volumes than originally proposed in June.

EPA and NHTSA publish official proposal for GHG regulations

The EPA and NHTSA have published their official proposal for greenhouse gas regulations for medium- and heavy-duty trucks.

EPA honors winners of Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Awards

The EPA is honoring winners of the Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award for the development of green technologies which aid the environment and the economy.

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EPA and NHTSA Propose Standards to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Improve Fuel Efficiency of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles for Model Year 2018 and Beyond

The proposed Phase 2 program would cut GHG emissions by approximately 1 billion metric tons, conserve approximately 1.8 billion barrels of oil, and lower fuel costs by about $170 billion over the lifetime of the vehicles sold under the program.

EPA awards clean diesel grants in 21 States, Puerto Rico

The EPA has awarded $8 million in grants to communities in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to reduce emissions from existing fleets of diesel engines.

EPA providing $3 million in rebates for replacement of school buses

As part of the EPA's Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, it has awarded $3 million in rebates for schools to replace older diesel buses with newer models which are 90% cleaner.

EPA funding 42 student teams' sustainability projects through P3 program

The EPA's P3 program will provide funding for 42 student teams to develop projects focused on creating sustainable, alternative approaches to solving environmental challenges within the U.S.

EPA announces grant opportunities to reduce emissions at ports

New grant opportunities are available from the EPA to establish clean diesel projects which will help reduce emissions at ports.

EPA funding small businesses advancing sustainable and innovative technologies

EPA announces 21 small buisinesses have received funding to develop and commercialize sustainable technologies through the agency's SBIR program.

EPA funding available to clean up existing diesel engines

The EPA has announced the availability of funding to help clean up the nation's existing fleet of diesel engines.

EPA to Work with Ports to Improve Environmental Performance

Clean diesel grants and new ports initiative will advance sustainable technologies

EPA seeking input from small businesses, governments and non-profits on new GHG emission regulations

The EPA is looking for small businesses, governments and not-for-profits to act as Small Entity Representatives to help review the new GHG regulations for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.

EPA celebrates 10 Years of SmartWay partnerships

The EPA is celebrating 10 years of SmartWay partnerships which are designed to help companies move goods in a clean, energy-efficient manner while also saving on costs.

EPA honors companies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions

The EPA's Center for Corporate Climate Leadership has announced the winners of its Climate Leadership Award for efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

EPA funding clean diesel projects at marine and inland water ports

New funding from the EPA will help marine and inland water ports implement readily available technologies to help reduce emissions.

EPA Administrator heads to China to discuss US-China cooperaton on air quality and environmental issues

EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy is in China to discuss how the US and China can work togehter to help solve air quality, climate pollution and environmental issues.

EPA funding rebate program to replace or retrofit older diesel engines

To help improve air quality and reduce pollution, the EPA is funding rebates for construction equipment owners to replace or retrofit older diesel engines.