Sentences with phrase «developing emission reduction strategies»

The plan creates the nation's first federal limits on carbon pollution from US power plants, aiming to cut emissions by 32 percent below 2005 levels by 2030, and gives states the flexibility to develop an emissions reduction strategy that works for them.

, and gives states the flexibility to develop an emissions reduction strategy that works for them.

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«This is a critical moment to develop a viable energy strategy, based on science and evidence, to address our future energy needs and emissions - reduction targets,» Mr. Hughes argues in the report.

-- If the Secretary finds that a metropolitan planning organization has failed to develop, submit or publish its emission reduction targets and strategies, the Secretary shall not certify that the requirements of this section are met with respect to the metropolitan planning process of such organization.».

-- If the Secretary finds that a State has failed to develop, submit or publish its emission reduction targets and strategies, the Secretary shall not certify that the requirements of this section are met with respect to the statewide planning process of such State.».

The UK government - backed Technology Strategy Board (TSB) will invest more than # 12 million (US$ 19.4 million) in 22 studies and projects to develop new technology that will speed up the reduction of CO2 emissions from road vehicles.

Since BCCS is the only known strategy that when combined with reductions in emissions has any hope in hell of actually reversing AGW, then I would say it is very critical we in the Western developed world do our best to help our African neighbors obtain more modern electrical systems rather than antiquated and obsolete already coal technology.

Negotiators from developed countries tended to dismiss the steep emissions reductions demanded by poorer nations as a negotiating strategy — and also absurd.

This policy document presents the Carbon Partnership Facility's new strategies to develop emission reductions and support their purchase over long periods after 2012.

We support our clients through all levels of the carbon compensation process with, including carbon footprints, the development of emission reduction strategies, and advise on how to select or develop climate protection projects that best suit your needs.

It addressed, through presentations, subsequent question and answer sessions and a general discussion, the following issues: clarification of the nature and level of the targets communicated by developed country Parties; assumptions and conditions associated with the targets; commonalities and differences of approach in measuring the progress towards the targets; comparability of emission reduction efforts by developed country Parties, and options and ways to increase the level of ambition of the pledges; relevant policies and measures to support the targets, and experience with low - emission development strategies; and possible ways forward.

Prohibits the Secretary from certifying compliance if an MPO or a state has failed to develop, submit, or publish its emission reduction targets and strategies.

Requires each metropolitan planning organizations (MPO) and state to develop surface transportation - related GHG emission reduction targets, as well as strategies to meet such targets.

Companies are encouraged to develop an SF6 emissions reduction strategy, which involves creating an inventory of SF6 - using equipment and estimating current emissions.

-- If the Secretary finds that a State has failed to develop, submit or publish its emission reduction targets and strategies, the Secretary shall not certify that the requirements of this section are met with respect to the statewide planning process of such State.».

After preparing the emissions reduction strategy, the company can then develop and implement a company - wide policy for managing the leak - rates of current equipment and to ensure the proper handling of SF6.

-- Not later than 1 year after the promulgation of the final regulations required under section 841 of the Clean Air Act, each metropolitan planning organization shall develop surface transportation - related greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, as well as strategies to meet such targets, as part of the transportation planning process under this section.

(2) The country has developed a nationally appropriate mitigation strategy that seeks to achieve substantial reductions, sequestration, or avoidance of greenhouse gas emissions, relative to business - as - usual levels.

-- Not later than 1 year after the promulgation of the final regulations required under section 841 of the Clean Air Act, each State shall develop surface transportation - related greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, as well as strategies to meet such targets, as part of the transportation planning process under this section.

• Approaches that account for the global dimensions of achieving and maintaining sustainable levels of atmospheric CO2 and encourage cooperative action by all countries, including the U.S. and large emitting nations in the developing world, to implement CO2 emission reduction strategies.

-- If the Secretary finds that a metropolitan planning organization has failed to develop, submit or publish its emission reduction targets and strategies, the Secretary shall not certify that the requirements of this section are met with respect to the metropolitan planning process of such organization.».

Of the 12 states in the Northeast, 11 have developed adaptation plans for several sectors and 10 have released, or plan to release, statewide adaptation plans.102 Given the interconnectedness of climate change impacts and adaptation, multi-state coordination could help to ensure that information is shared efficiently and that emissions reduction and adaptation strategies do not operate at cross-purposes.

The Cancun agreements call on developing countries planning to undertake such efforts to develop: a national strategy or action plan; a national forest or forest emission reference level; and a transparent national system for monitoring and reporting of conservation and emission - reduction efforts.

Methane emissions from natural gas delivery and end use must be quantified to evaluate the environmental impacts of natural gas and to develop and assess the efficacy of emission reduction strategies.

BP, Shell and ChevronTexaco have developed strategies that incorporate renewable energy, carbon trading and emissions reductions.

The training package aims to support countries in the quantification of emission in ports through the development of port emissions assessments (both ocean and landbased, including emissions from cargo handling equipment, trucks, rail etc.) and providing guidance on how to develop strategies for port emission reduction.

Through IGHGP, members receive training on GHG Protocol tools and support on developing GHG inventories and cost - effective emission reduction strategies.

Such action would also address Australia's international obligations to develop and report on national climate change adaptation strategies, and to achieve strong greenhouse gas emissions reductions.

The kit, which was developed to help meet the Mayor's target of cutting CO2 emissions in the City by 60 % by 2025, outlines model agreements and best practice guidelines for owners and occupiers to agree carbon, energy, waste and water reduction strategies.