PALO ALTO, Calif. - July 19, 2007 - The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) today released a comprehensive assessment that finds that widespread use of plug - in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in the United States could reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and potential for
improve ambient air quality.
As an example in China, replacement of residential coal burning by large boiler houses providing district heating is among the abatement options providing the largest net benefit per tonne of CO2 reduction, when the health benefits from
improved ambient air conditions are accounted for (Mestl et al., 2005).
Not exact matches
Improving the Environment and Public Health: While
air quality problems in China have received significant media attention, nearly half of the U.S. population lives in metropolitan regions that still do not meet federal
ambient air quality standards.
At the center of the front hood, there is a new, hexagonal
air intake: its purpose is to lead
air inside the vehicle's interior and lower the
ambient temperature to guarantee
improved ventilation for the driver.
Petrol models also gain Bi-Xenon headlights, 18 inch alloy wheels (19 inch alloy wheels 550i),
ambient lighting with the BMW 535i and BMW 550i featuring adaptive headlights to
improve night vision in corners, high beam assist, a rear view camera, full electric front seat adjustment with lumbar support, sports leather steering wheel, comfort access system, extended
air - conditioning, premium HiFi audio system with 12 speakers and metallic paint.
The dashboard draws inspiration from larger models such as the E-Class and S - Class, offering a free - standing Widescreen display,
air vents in a sporty turbine - look, 64 - color
ambient lighting, as well as
improved materials and new color combinations.
Lowered
ambient air temperature cuts smog formation,
improves comfort and health, and cuts the cost of
air conditioning.