Sentences with phrase «fuel consumption as»

On the one hand, renewable energy use has never been higher — but, on the other hand, 2016 brought with it news of record fossil fuel consumption as well.

Nau has joined the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) «SmartWay Transport Partnership» Program, a voluntary partnership between EPA and businesses aimed at reducing fuel consumption as well as greenhouse gases and other air emissions.

Steve, I agree that there are still plenty of questions left about what is really going to happen: — RRB - IMO, there are plenty of ethical, economic, political and environmental reasons for trying to minimise our overall environmental footprint, including fossil fuel consumption as a significant component of that.

I was recently surprised to find that my car, a Honda Jazz, — driven at relatively low speeds because of mountain roads — would go up and down a 1000m mountain and average about the same fuel consumption as when travelling a similar distance on level roads at higher speeds!

Benefits of using the Boeing 787 family includes less fuel consumption as compared to similar aircraft, and reducing environmental impact and CO2 emission by 20 per cent.

While the revised 730d employs a 190kW / 560Nm 3.0 - litre turbodiesel six that returns combined fuel consumption as low as 5.6 L / 100 km, the 740i gets a 235kW / 450Nm 3.0 - litre twin - turbo inline petrol six, the 750i will come with a 330kW / 650Nm 4.4 - litre twin - turbo petrol V8 and the flagship 760i / Li will come with a 400kW / 750Nm 6.0 - litre V12.

Coupled to a Haldex GenV - based quattro all - wheel drive system it can reach 100km / h in 5.0 seconds, while a frugal right foot can yield fuel consumption as low as 6.9 l / 100 km.

While Audi communicates an average fuel consumption as low as 4.4 l / 100 km according to the NEDC standard (equivalent to 53.4 mpg US) for the A4 2.0 TDI quattro S tronic, in real life the results are not that spectacular.

Ford EcoSport returns fuel consumption as follows — 15.6 km / l (1.5 Petrol AT), 15.8 km / l (1.5 Petrol MT), 18.9 km / l (EcoBoost), 22.7 km / l (Diesel).

Equally impressive, perhaps, the CLA 45 AMG has a rated fuel consumption as low as 6.9 l / 100 km.

-- CO2 emissions reduced by 3.5 percent to 396 g / km, with a similar reduction in fuel consumption as a result of improved engine efficiency.

The new model range offers fuel consumption as low as 78.4 mpg and CO2 emissions as low as 94 g / km.

Volkswagen has also confirmed it will axe the diesel engine option from its new Polo range, spelling the end of the 1.6 TDI Comfortline ($ 24,240) and the no - show of the Polo's new 1.4 - litre three - cylinder turbo - diesel, which is available in Europe with 55kW / 210Nm and 66kW / 230Nm and combined fuel consumption as low as 3.4 L / 100 km.

A seven - speed dual clutch handles gear shifts and VW says the concept is capable of fuel consumption as low as 4.9 liters per 100 kilometers on the European test cycle.

In the UK the new Rio will offer customers a choice of four highly efficient three - and four - cylinder engines — with a 70 - to - 109 ps power range — and a CO2 base - line rating from just 85 g / km, plus fuel consumption as high as 88.3 mpg.

Returning the same 6.7 L / 100 km combined fuel consumption as 77TSI 2WD auto, the 103TDI AWD feels more flexible at all road speeds, courtesy of a generous 350Nm of torque between 1750 - 2500rpm.

It will reduce fuel consumption as compared with traditional automatic transmissions.

Top speed is 312 km / h or 193 mph, and both fuel consumption as well as exhaust emissions have been further reduced.

of torque and fuel consumption as low as 6.6 L / 100 km

These measures have delivered impressive results, giving the BMW M4 Coupe a DIN curb weight of 1,497 kilograms, around 80 kilograms lighter than a comparably equipped predecessor model — with benefits for driving dynamics and fuel consumption as well.

According to EIA, the quantity of oil and other liquid energy sources produced by the three countries could outpace their liquid fuels consumption as soon as 2020.

Not exact matches

Recognizing that carbon emissions resulting from consumption of these fuels is driving catastrophic global climate change, my role as leader of the company is to ensure that Virgin provides financial support to non-profit groups that are exploring renewable energy and seeking market - based solutions to climate change, like the Carbon War Room.

In fact, Work Truck Magazine indicates that telematics systems can reduce overall fuel consumption by as much as 15 percent.

Consider the recently launched LaFerrari (or, as the French might call it, TheFerrari), an automobile that reaches a top speed of 350 kilometres per hour while cutting fuel consumption by 40 %, thanks to its hybrid motor.

Other activities include: producing products that may be recycled at the end of their lifespan for material reuse; reducing energy consumption in operations; or even re-engineering distribution methods as a means of reducing long - distance travel during product delivery, ultimately reducing fossil fuel consumption (and the disease - causing air pollution that is its byproduct).

As truckers move raw materials, goods - in - process and finished goods across the U.S., their real - time movement and diesel fuel consumption is tracked.

LAUNCESTON, Australia, April 30 (Reuters)- The term «demand destruction» is again entering the lexicon of the current crude oil market as the sharp rise in prices raises concerns about when do consumers start cutting back on their fuel consumption.

YUP there it is — the difference being the REAL wealth creation of manufacturing and export, as opposed to the fake prosperity based on credit - fuelled consumption (of coffee and food mostly).

Natural Gas Natural gas futures were among the quarter's key decliners -LRB--7.5 %, to US$ 2.73 per million British thermal units) as production growth outweighed seasonal consumption and higher exports of the fuel.1 Spot prices saw an even larger drop of 20.6 % (to US$ 2.81) as the support of December's weather - related demand spikes faded and a more normal winter pattern developed.1 Natural gas generally took its downward price cues from elevated US production and growth in the natural gas - focused rig count, which increased from 179 to 194 in March alone.2 Despite the price drop, traders remained optimistic given surging US shale - gas exports and a supply deficit that was 20 % larger than the five - year average at March - end, the biggest in four years.3 Moreover, total natural gas inventories of 1.38 trillion cubic feet were nearly 33 % below their year - ago level.3 Meanwhile, the market appeared focused on an anticipated production surge (2018 is projected to be a record growth year for gas supplies) and may have overlooked intensifying demand as US exports increasingly helped drain supplies.

Natural gas futures were among the quarter's key decliners -LRB--7.5 %, to US$ 2.73 per million British thermal units) as production growth outweighed seasonal consumption and higher exports of the fuel.

The negative effects of lower oil prices hit the economy right away, and the various positives - more exports because of a stronger U.S. economy and a lower dollar, and more consumption spending as households spend less on fuel - will arrive only gradually, and are of uncertain size.

As Adair Turner shows in his new book, Between Debt and the Devil, private sector debt soared as a share of GDP in most advanced economies after the 1980s, fuelling unproductive, debt financed household consumption, housing bubbles and wasteful financial speculatioAs Adair Turner shows in his new book, Between Debt and the Devil, private sector debt soared as a share of GDP in most advanced economies after the 1980s, fuelling unproductive, debt financed household consumption, housing bubbles and wasteful financial speculatioas a share of GDP in most advanced economies after the 1980s, fuelling unproductive, debt financed household consumption, housing bubbles and wasteful financial speculation.

As such it enables organisations with a mobile workforce to complete more jobs while driving down administration and fleet costs, as well as reducing CO2 and other emissions associated with fuel consumptioAs such it enables organisations with a mobile workforce to complete more jobs while driving down administration and fleet costs, as well as reducing CO2 and other emissions associated with fuel consumptioas well as reducing CO2 and other emissions associated with fuel consumptioas reducing CO2 and other emissions associated with fuel consumption.

In the wake of his victory, the prime minister called on Japanese companies to raise wages by 3 % as part of his efforts to fuel higher consumption and inflation.

As growth has slowed, China must transform its export - led economy to one fueled by domestic consumption, become a leader in technological innovation, and power these changes with renewable energy.

Fund managers are worried that some oil fields could become worthless as governments try to reduce fossil - fuel consumption to fight against climate change.

Over the past several years, high - end hybrids and futuristic electric cars have slowly become more prominent on American roads as consumers realize the impact of fossil fuel consumption on the...

The rapid international growth of cheese as a dietary addition tracks consumption gains of 36 % in emerging markets and 15 % in developed markets between 2004 and 2014.1 The United States helps fuel international demand for cheese with hundreds of varieties and styles, each crafted to meet consumer desire for enjoyable, great - tasting foods that also suit health and wellness needs.

Lewis also commented that as long as waste food is fit for human consumption he would much prefer it to go to people than into animal feed or fuel.

environmental issues directly associated with animal agriculture (such as air pollution and contaminated drainage from factory farming into water supplies) and to help lessen our over consumption of resources including land, water, and fossil fuels

Energy consumption in agriculture includes the direct consumption of fossil energy (e.g. fuel and oil), as well as indirect energy consumption (e.g. from the production of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides).

Health concerns about red meat consumption, as well as the environmental impact of meat production, have fuelled an increased demand in plant - based proteins among Canadians.

Yes, I will hang my head in shame as to the fuel consumption (I promise we use it as little as we have to) but I stand up tall regarding the coolness factor.

He said, «The low LPG consumption in Nigeria has resulted in heavy dependence on kerosene and firewood as primary domestic cooking fuel.

Over the first Pricing - window, the country's stock for Diesel and Petrol combined increase from 407million liters to 479million liters; capable of meeting just above six and a half week of national fuel security, using June 2016 national fuel (Petrol and Diesel) consumption as basi

Nigeria continues the absurdity of expending more than 30 % of scarce foreign currency importing refined petroleum products, a self - imposed malaise as we insist on subsidizing domestic fuel consumption; and crude oil and gas as a percentage of our export revenue stays at 96 % meaning beyond all the talk of diversification, current rhetoric does not match the outcomes!

Those modifications include stop — start (idle - off) systems in which the engine shuts down when the car is stopped during driving; low rolling - resistance tires (which are harder and thus less flat, reducing friction); variable valve timing for engines, which increases gas consumption efficiency; and fuel economy computers or displays to encourage eco-driving, such as such as those in the Toyota Prius, which show miles per gallon averages for that moment, hour, week or month, or when riding downhill, so that drivers are more aware of how their driving impacts fuel efficiency.

The reduction in drag could potentially cut fuel consumption by as much as 20 per cent, he says.

For long - haul trucks, applying lightweight materials such as aluminum and carbon composites could reduce fuel consumption by up to 5 percent.

To illustrate the beauty of Saab's new engine, which reduces fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by 10 percent and slices other emissions by as much as 75 percent, the 41 - year - old engineer describes a lone runner jogging full tilt through a misty forest in his native Sweden.