Sentences with phrase «fuel budgets for»

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Fossil - fuel subsidies drain government budgets, throwing up a fiscal wall that blocks state support for clean energy while protecting the interests of the oil industry.

This means fuel expenses, pilot salaries and other costs for cargo planes must also be factored into the Air Force One budget.

For example, while the Bank of Canada uses core inflation to set its monetary policy, that figure does not include the cost of fuel and food, which nonetheless represent a significant chunk of many household budgets.

He thinks the application could also help the U.S. Air Force shave tens of millions of dollars a year from its fuel budget by computing more efficient schedules for in - air refueling.

But over time, even smaller love - fueled purchases like a pricier birthday cake or extra toys for a child can put a substantial dent in your budget.

It's time for fossil fuel companies to use their considerable capx budgets to invest in solar pv or wind projects and get a better roi (return on investment) for investors.

According to Fed economist Andrew Haughwout, sharply higher outlays for public welfare and education fueled the increase in the two states» public budgets, which grew more rapidly than those of the other states over the same period.

This amount N11, 655,565,307 budgeted for overhead cost is not enough to provide minimal fuelling and maintenance cost for Police operational vehicles for six (6) months.

The chancellor is also expected to reduce fuel duty, a popular policy and described as Osborne's potential «rabbit out of the hat» for the Budget.

He explained that the initial amount budgeted for the settlement of subsidy claims only covered the period from January to September adding that it was important to include October to December in the budget in order to avert scarcity of fuel.

Indeed, a Greenpeace policy paper from 2001 shows Greenpeace's initial enthusiasm for the project: «Instead of cutting tax on fuels that wreck the climate, Gordon Brown should use this week's budget to boost genuine green fuels like biodiesel, hydrogen and green electricity.»

And it has been reported that the Nigerian government has had to budget N837m (around # 2.5 million) last year for fuelling and maintaining generators for its offices in 2014 as a result of being unable to rely on the national grid for power.

«In this context, it is left for Nigerians to then decide whether budgeting for constituency roads is more patriotic than budgeting to complete the Kano - Maiduguri Road that connects five states, the Lagos - Ibadan road that connects three states and helps to move food, imported goods and fuel across the country; or the 2nd Niger Bridge that connects the East and West geopolitical zones of at least 11 states together,» he said.

Cuomo's budget this year has fueled talk that he's eyeing a campaign for president in 2020, though he's insisted he's focused on running for re-election next year.

Osborne cut 1p from fuel duty in the March 2011 budget, but the total tax take, including VAT, accounts for around 60 % of the average 133.25 p price of a litre of unleaded petrol.

However, further budget backing for greener vehicles was limited to a small rise in vehicle excise duty for new diesel cars that fail to meet rigorous emissions standards — disappointing campaigners who had hoped for a rise in fuel duty or a diesel scrappage scheme.

This year, Cuomo masterfully «silenced» the group whose deep pockets typically fuel the loudest advocacy for legislative adds to the Executive budget.

On March 12, the New York State Assembly amended the state budget bill addressing capital projects (A9504b) «for services and expenses related to the design and construction on Sheridan Avenue in Albany of a cogeneration plant and microgrid, to operate on renewable energy, natural gas and / or fuel oil.»

The chancellor has frozen fuel duty again, cancelling a rise planned for September — although Treasury documents published alongside the budget reveal that the rise was only due to be 1.89 p, not the 3p that was widely anticipated.

In a wide - ranging interview on BBC Radio 4's Today programme on Monday, in which the prime minister conceded that his government had endured «a difficult month» amid rows over the budget, preparations for a possible fuel strike and the botched deportation of Abu Qatada, Cameron said he did not favour a referendum.

«Winter Fuel Payments will remain exactly as budgeted for by the previous Government — as promised.

Clark said the budget process has become a little more difficult for legislators because of the rising deficit, which this year, fueled by the economic recession, totaled $ 9.6 billion.

The media coverage of George Osborne's second budget as Chancellor has largely, and understandably, been focused on the 1p cut in fuel duty to help motorists, the raising of the personal allowance for Income Tax, and the creation of 21 new Enterprise Zones to boost jobs.

Legislators chided SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher for being unable to answer certain questions about the Cuomo plan at a Jan. 24 budget hearing, fueling speculation that the Governor's Office underestimated its total cost and is not fully aware of the number of students it could cover, sources said.

The NHS budget will, as expected, rise above the rate of inflation from # 104bn this year to # 114bn by the end of the four - year spending period, and universal benefits for pensioners including free eye tests, prescription charges, bus passes, TV licences for the over-75s and winter fuel payments will be maintained.

This would eliminate the funding gains fueled by the America COMPETES Act, which set an ultimately - unrealized budget doubling goal for NSF in 2007.

, who chairs the Senate Appropriations subcommittee responsible for funding the Defense Department and who does not believe that warming is human - induced, has long complained that too much of DOE's budget is frittered away on programs to boost energy efficiency or alternative fuels — which he says have little to do with the military's mission.

Fossil fuel industries collect some $ 4 billion a year in tax breaks and other aid, reports Taxpayers for Common Sense, a group of nonpartisan budget watchdogs — and that figure doesn't even take into account hidden forms of support, such as the Pentagon's jet aircraft research and development that led to efficient new natural gas turbines.

The Aurora speculation has been fueled, in part, by the Defense Department's classified budget requests, estimated by the Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments in Washington, D.C., to total $ 30.1 billion for 2007, with about half going to classified R&D.

The answer, we felt, was «No,»» said energy secretary Steven Chu in a briefing on the budget for reporters yesterday, citing the need for better fuel cells and a near complete lack of infrastructure.

Graham was upset because the Obama administration's 2014 budget request called for a study of alternatives to the Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facility, under construction at DOE's Savannah River Site in Aiken, South Carolina.

In their version of the proposed DOE budget for fiscal year 2015, which begins 1 October, House appropriators zero out funding for the Joint Center for Artificial Photosynthesis (JCAP), which seeks to develop a technology to convert sunlight to a fuel such as hydrogen gas.

WASHINGTON, April 11, 2013 — The American Chemical Society (ACS) applauds the release of the President's FY14 budget and his continued recognition of the importance of science and technology as the fuel for economic growth and job creation.

The IPCC report estimated that we've already used 515 billion tonnes of the carbon budget as of 2011 by burning fossil fuels for energy as well as by clearing forests for farming and myriad other uses.

That's why if I had to choose from a budget perspective between the EnerPrime and the Living Fuels Super Greens, I would go for the EnerPrime.

Every single ounce of the film's budget is splashed colorfully (but modestly) on the screen, Krasinski and Co. adding even more fuel to the raging appeal of highbrow horror movies, for both studios and audiences alike.

For more than a year, a construction boom fueled by the coming of the 1996 Summer Olympics has wrecked school - construction budgets.

The bleak forecasts are fueling talk of pink slips and program cuts, especially in many urban and poor rural school systems where federal money pays for nearly 20 percent of school budgets.

Despite years of fully funding its share of the teacher - pension plan, the proportion of the St. Louis district's budget tied up in paying benefits for its teachers now makes up about 10 percent — a factor that, coupled with other rising costs, is fueling ongoing cuts in this beleaguered district.

But what is so interesting about this issue is that the Connecticut Post and the Democratic legislators who are being so articulate and outspoken in their opposition to the proposed federal cut to low income fuel assistance were silent when, back in May, Governor Malloy announced that his Plan B budget would eliminate funding for Connecticut's Operation Fuel heating assistance progfuel assistance were silent when, back in May, Governor Malloy announced that his Plan B budget would eliminate funding for Connecticut's Operation Fuel heating assistance progFuel heating assistance program.

The flexibility and sheer carrying capacity of the Fit make it an obvious choice for budget - minded buyers who want to balance fuel economy with their need to carry people or gear.

Still, the Skyactiv four cylinder engine produces a fairly good punch for how fuel efficient it is, and combined with the car's tight handling it will put a smile on a budget - oriented automotive enthusiast's face.

I met with Don and explained to him my situation for purchasing a more fuel ef... ficient vehicle with out going over my budget.

The 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage is an affordable hatchback with great fuel - efficiency for the budget - minded buyer.

The Aveo's appeal extends to budget - conscious first - time buyers, anyone on a limited income and unhappy SUV owners looking for an affordable and fuel - efficient way of getting to and from the office.

If your needs do not require a large, truck - based SUV (e.g. for heavy hauling and towing), or your tastes and budget don't lead you toward the high - buck luxury - end of this segment or you prefer something smaller and more fuel - efficient, you'll be happier with a car - based» crossover,» or CUV.

Pair that with a fuel - efficient engine and budget - friendly price tag, and the Yaris makes for one compelling choice.

Formerly the only 4 - door sedan produced by the now - defunct Scion brand, the Toyota Yaris iA receives no changes for the 2018 model year but continues to offer great fuel economy at a budget price.

In general, the VW e-Golf is a strong choice for drivers who have the extra money to spend on an ultra-efficient electric car, while the Toyota Prius c is a reliable and affordable way for drivers on a budget to enjoy the benefits of hybrid fuel savings.

If your budget can stretch, it's the one to go for, particularly as both manage almost identical fuel economy of 64 - 64.2 mpg.