Sentences with phrase «lower efficiency standards»

But until recently the engines on these boats were held to much lower efficiency standards than their automotive counterparts.

But until recently, their engines were held to much lower efficiency standards than their automotive counterparts

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The Trump administration's main justification for weakening fuel standards — less - than - expected consumer interest in efficiency due to lower gas prices — is actually the reason why the nation needs more stringent standards in the first place, The Conversation argues.

Railroad efficiency is measured by the industry standard «operating ratio,» with a lower number reflecting a leaner operation.

Homemade laundry detergent is safe to use in both standard and high - efficiency washers because the formula is low - sudsing.

High energy prices, dwindling household incomes and abysmally low standards of domestic energy efficiency are all contributing to a cold homes crisis.

The letter calls for major investment in infrastructure projects, calls for progress on greener forward procurement commitments, support for low - carbon technologies and products and a drive to improve energy efficiency standards.

The resolution calls for «PSC to incorporate in its proceedings firm requirements that 1) proposed transmission upgrades shall not include construction of additional, taller towers or widen the right of way, 2) preference shall be given to lower - cost proposals, 3) upgrades shall include a plan for supporting affordable local distributed renewable generation that takes into account both transmission and distribution; 4) that proposals demonstrate how they will advance the New York State Renewable Portfolio Standard and Federal, State, and Regional plans to increase energy efficiency and renewable energy generation...»

With more money for development of novel designs and public financial support for construction — perhaps as part of a clean energy portfolio standard that lumps in all low - carbon energy sources, not just renewables or a carbon tax — nuclear could be one of the pillars of a three - pronged approach to cutting greenhouse gas emissions: using less energy to do more (or energy efficiency), low - carbon power, and electric cars (as long as they are charged with electricity from clean sources, not coal burning).

The new two - mode hybrid system from General Motors, DaimlerChrysler and BMW boosts fuel efficiency at both low and high speeds, improving combined mileage 25 percent over standard models.

(2) Providing loans, grants, or predevelopment assistance to eligible community development organizations or qualified youth service and conservation corps to carry out energy efficiency improvements that comply with the energy efficiency standards under section 284 (a) of this subtitle, resource conservation and reuse, and effective use of existing infrastructure in affordable housing and economic development activities in low - income communities.

In fact, the four biggest economies in the world all have fuel efficiency standards that will converge by 2025, encouraging research and development of lower emission vehicles on an international scale.

Rather than the standard high - carbohydrate, low - fat diet traditionally recommended for runners, metabolic efficiency emphasizes nutritional and training tweaks to teach the body to burn fat and carbohydrates more efficiently.

Educational Building Regulations Modular buildings are constructed to the latest standards and are fully compliant to all building regulations, encompass Part L energy efficiency; this means modular build also presents lower carbon emissions.

2004 MODEL YEAR Full - time electric shift optional on Laramie and SLT Tow / haul mode offered on light - duty models with automatic transmission Flexible fuel version of 4.7 - liter engine available to fleet customers Optional larger 34 - gallon fuel tank on 1500 Quad Cab with standard bed The 5.7 - liter HEMI Magnum V - 8 receives exhaust gas recirculation for improved efficiency New exterior color: Deep Molten Red replaces Garnet Red New adjustable rear seat outboard head restraints standard on Quad Cab Chrome bodyside moldings standard for Laramie Chrome surround grille with chrome billet inserts for Laramie standard Body - color side moldings now standard with Sport appearance group Chrome - clad wheels now standard on Laramie New available navigation radio with 4.9 - inch full - color display, AM / FM stereo, CD player, 11 speakers, 240 - watt amplifier and DVD - based navigation system Satin Silver door and instrument panel bezels for Laramie Laramie model features new seat appearance, with unique leather seat design with high - contrast color seat inserts Laramie J Package (includes ash receiver, cup holder, vanity mirror lamps for driver and passenger, glove box lighting, switchable dome lamp and electrochromic rearview mirror) 2003 MODEL YEAR All - new 5.7 - liter HEMI V - 8 replaces 5.9 - liter 545RFE multi-speed automatic transmission available with 4.7 - liter and 5.7 - liter engines Optional rear window defogger (mid-year introduction) SLT Plus is rebadged as Laramie on regular and Quad Cab models with an extensive list of standard features New tow hooks standard on Laramie four - wheel drive, optional in Protection Group for four - wheel drive ST and SLT and optional with two - wheel drive ST, SLT and Laramie Adjustable pedals with manual transmission — Optional AM / FM stereo with six - disc in - dash CD — Optional Steering wheel - mounted audio controls are packaged with AM / FM stereo radio with cassette and CD player or an AM / FM stereo radio with cassette and six - disc in - dash CD changer — SLT; both equipped with 11 - speaker Infinity ® system Electronic throttle control on 5.7 - liter HEMI Magnum V - 8 engine Automatic locking retractor added to front passenger seat belt LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) added to regular and Quad Cab models

Though the above concept was built with only performance in mind, expect the standard 911 hybrid to focus on better fuel efficiency and lowering emissions.

Standard Vortex - styled 18 - inch Sport alloy wheels compliment the exterior lines quite nicely while aerodynamic rear lower diffuser with back rear and lip spoiler, vortex generators, aerodynamic underbody panels ensure the C - HR cuts through the wind and provides plenty of efficiency.

Strengths of this model include Sporty looks, affordability, reliability, fuel efficiency, and standard features Options: Abs Brakes (4 - Wheel) Adjustable Rear Headrests Air Conditioning - Air Filtration Air Conditioning - Front - Single Zone Airbags - Driver - Knee Airbags - Front - Dual Airbags - Front - Passenger Seat Cushion Airbags - Front - Side Airbags - Front - Side Curtain Airbags - Passenger - Occupant Sensing Deactivation Airbags - Rear - Side Curtain Audio - Antenna: Element Audio Auxiliary Input: Ipod / Iphone Integration Audio Auxiliary Input: Jack Audio Auxiliary Input: Usb Auto - Lock Body Side Reinforcements Side Impact Door Beams Braking Assist Cargo Area Light Center Console Front Console With Armrest And Storage Child Safety Locks Child Seat Anchors Latch System Clock Crumple Zones Front Crumple Zones Rear Daytime Running Lights Led Digital Odometer Driver Information System Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Emergency Interior Trunk Release Exterior Mirrors Manual Folding Exterior Mirrors Power External Temperature Display Floor Material Carpet Front 12V Power Outlet (S) Front Headrests Adjustable Front Seatbelts: 3 - Point Front Suspension Classification: Independent Front Suspension Type: Macpherson Struts Fuel Economy Display Mpg Fuel Economy Display Range Headlights Auto Delay Off Impact Absorbing Seats Dual Front Inside Rearview Mirror Manual Day / Night Mirror Color Body - Color Multi-Function Display Number Of Front Headrests 2 Number Of Rear Headrests 3 One - Touch Windows: 1 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Recline Power Brakes Power Steering Power Windows Reading Lights Front Reading Lights Rear Rear Bumper Color Body - Color Rear Seats 60 - 40 Split Bench Rear Seats Split Folding Safety Brake Pedal System Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front And Rear Seatbelts Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front Seatbelts Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Driver And Passenger Seatbelts Second Row 3 - Point Seats Front Seat Type: Bucket Security Engine Immobilizer Stability Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Phone Steering Wheel Tilt And Telescopic Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar (S): Rear Tachometer Traction Control Trip Computer Trip Odometer 2 Vanity Mirrors Dual Warnings And Reminders Lamp Failure Low Fuel Engine Oil Coolant Windows Lockout Button Windows Rear Defogger

The hybrid nature of the powertrain helps deliver sporty performance alongside decent fuel efficiency: zero - to - 100 km / h (60 mph) times should be around 5.9 seconds; combined fuel economy has been rated as low 3.0 L / 100 km by European hybrid efficiency standards.

Thanks to extensive aerodynamic improvements (such as air inlet openings in front, modified door mirror caps, new wheel spoiler), tyres optimised for low rolling resistance and standard 8 - speed automatic gearbox optimised for low friction, Volkswagen was able to improve the fuel efficiency of the Touareg by up to six per cent (V6 TDI with 150 kW).

A high - efficiency exhaust system and the dual - bed, high - density catalytic converter help the Accord engine meet stringent LEV3 - AT - PZEV (SULEV30) / Interim Tier3 Bin30 standards, which require reduced greenhouse gases compared to lower standards.

Like the S 500 Cabrio, the S 63 AMG Cabrio uses the Airmatic suspension with adaptive damping system ADS Plus.In case of S 63 AMG Cabrio, the suspension can be raised with 30 mm on poor surfaces an the chassis is lowered again automatically in Sport mode and from a speed of 120 km / h in Controlled Efficiency mode.The S 63 AMG cabrio is equipped with 19 inch forged AMG light - alloy wheels as standard while the high - performance composite brakes, with 20 % lighter than the conventional system is in option.

• New generation of engines with MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology; three model variants available as of market launch: MINI Cooper with 100 kW / 136 bhp 3 - cylinder engine, MINI Cooper S with 141 kW / 192 bhp 4 - cylinder petrol engine and MINI Cooper D with 3 - cylinder diesel engine (85 kW / 116 bhp); expansion of the model program to include the entry - level variants MINI One D (3 - cylinder diesel engine, 70 kW / 95 bhp) and MINI One (3 - cylinder spark - ignition engine, 75 kW / 102 bhp); 6 - speed manual transmission as standard, with optional 6 - speed automatic transmission or sports automatic transmission, also newly developed; extensive MINIMALISM technology including automatic engine start / stop function likewise in conjunction with automatic transmission and optional GREEN mode; improved driving performance figures and reduced fuel consumption; biggest efficiency advance in the MINI Cooper with automatic transmission: acceleration from zero to 100 km / h 2.6 seconds faster, average fuel consumption 27 per cent lower; lowest fuel consumption and CO2 levels in the MINI Cooper D: 3.5 — 3.6 litres / 100 km, 92 — 95 g / km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tyre format selected).

The transmission has three modes: D is the standard mode that is tuned for fuel efficiency, S is a sport mode that allows the revs to rise and disables the start - stop system, and L is a low - ratio mode for... well, we're not sure what it's for, because we certainly don't think Honda expects anyone to tow a load with a Hybrid.

Apart from some optional features becoming standard inclusions on lower trim levels and slight tweaks to the fuel efficiency estimates, everything else remains unchanged.

The New Ford Fiesta is here with a fuel efficiency of 17 km / L (petrol) and 23.5 km / L (diesel) as per ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India), advanced Bluetooth voice control, electronic power assisted steering (EPAS), cruise control, low NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness), climate control, and standard safety features and last but not the least the kinetic design.

A high - efficiency exhaust system and the dual bed, high - density catalytic converter help the Accord engine meet stringent LEV3 - AT - PZEV (SULEV30) / Interim Tier3 Bin30 standards, which require reduced greenhouse gases compared to lower standards.

Due to early intake valve closing in the Miller combustion cycle, volumetric efficiency is lower than for an engine with standard valve timing.

It uses the Atkinson cycle for better efficiency and lower emissions, and it's mated to either a standard six - speed manual or an available six - speed automatic.

The RAM 1500 Limited is unique in the class for its standard Active - Level Four - Corner Air Suspension system, which allows for variable off - road heights and automatically lowers itself at highway speeds to improve aerodynamic efficiency.

Electric power steering (EPS) New standard EPS system provides added efficiency, added driving ease in low - speed situations and when parking, and tuned for added responsiveness during spirited driving All - new, lighter weight axles for RWD and AWD All - new cast - aluminum axles and axle housing provide weight savings and help to reduce parasitic friction Sport mode (Included on 300S, 300C with V - 8 and 300C Platinum models) Enthusiast - desired Sport mode instantly transforms the sedan's performance and personality by: «S» gear selector enables sport engine and transmission calibration, more responsive accelerator pedal calibration and permanent paddle - shift mode «Sport» button enables sport - tuned steering calibration and temporary paddle - shift mode, in addition to sport engine and transmission calibration, and increased responsiveness of the accelerator pedal calibration.

This model sets itself apart with Class - leading fuel efficiency, responsive powertrains, safety features, generous standard features, rear passenger space, and smooth ride Guaranteed financing for everyone, interest rates starting as low as 2.9.

Ford met low - emission vehicle standards by improving the catalyst technology and the combustion efficiency of the engine.

The standard TORQUEFLITE ® 8 eight - speed transmission allows for superior acceleration in low gears, while its thermal - management system optimizes fluid temperatures for improved fuel efficiency and durability.

Calibrated specifically for the all - new 3.0 - liter Power Stroke diesel's low - end power and torque curves, a standard SelectShift ® 10 - speed automatic transmission maximizes shift points and gear ratios to optimize power, low - rpm torque and efficiency.

Drawing on global best practice policies, we undertake to remove barriers, establish incentives, and implement standards to aggressively accelerate deployment and transfer of key existing and new low - carbon technologies, such as energy efficiency; solar energy; smart grids; carbon capture, use, and storage; advanced vehicles; and bio-energy.

In a story about the weakening of fuel efficiency standards Fast Company quotes Don Anair, research and deputy director for the clean vehicles program at UCS who explains that the new standards would increase emissions and lower requirements in the future.

A CES that includes efficiency along with all low - and zero - emission technologies should have no greater impact on energy prices than proposals for a renewable energy standard.

Second, Jon Huntsman is elected President in 2012 and pushes through the following policies: The U.S. signs new trade agreements with developing countries where (1) Bans on exporting U.S. natural gas is lifted to developing economies; (2) Developing countries are given «favored» status into U.S. Markets; (3) In exchange for these 2 benefits, Developing Countries agree to develop their economies to «low carbon standards» by purchasing U.S. high energy efficiency technology products.

There is evidence that the Midwest is steadily decarbonizing its electricity generation through a combination of new state - level policies (for example, energy efficiency and renewable energy standards) and will continue to do so in response to low natural gas prices, falling prices for renewable electricity (for example, wind and solar), greater market demand for lower - carbon energy from consumers, and new EPA regulations governing new power plants.

When applied, the German - born energy efficiency standard allows a building, regardless of the weather outside, to stay temperate, comfortable and well - ventilated with no - or - low use of energy - intensive HVAC systems..

[1] The Clean Energy Standard Act of 2012 defines «clean» electricity as «electricity generated at a facility placed in service after 1991 using renewable energy, qualified renewable biomass, natural gas, hydropower, nuclear power, or qualified waste - to - energy; and electricity generated at a facility placed in service after enactment that uses qualified combined heat and power (CHP), [which] generates electricity with a carbon - intensity lower than 0.82 metric tons per megawatt - hour (the equivalent of new supercritical coal), or [electricity generated] as a result of qualified efficiency improvements or capacity additions at existing nuclear or hydropower facilities -LSB-; or] electricity generated at a facility that captures and stores its carbon dioxide emissions.»

(2) Providing loans, grants, or predevelopment assistance to eligible community development organizations or qualified youth service and conservation corps to carry out energy efficiency improvements that comply with the energy efficiency standards under section 284 (a) of this subtitle, resource conservation and reuse, and effective use of existing infrastructure in affordable housing and economic development activities in low - income communities.

If policymakers provide financial assistance to existing nuclear plants, they should at the same time strengthen policies such as renewable electricity standards (RES) that stimulate the growth of low - carbon renewable energy as well as energy efficiency programs and policies.

Electricity sales are 25 percent lower than business - as - usual in 2040 as a result of savings from energy efficiency measures and standards, as well as demand response programs that pay participating consumers to curtail their energy use at times of peak demand.

There was growing consensus in the lead up to the Kigali Amendment of the Montreal Protocol last year that updating industry standards to allow for uptake of low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants is paramount to successfully phasing down HFCs and unlocking energy efficiency benefits.

Utilities should also reflect the lower corporate tax rate in charges for shared savings under the state's energy efficiency standard, environmental advocates said.

Apple, Google and Facebook deflate this assertion through this letter, which contends the presence of clean energy in the North Carolina portfolio, supported by policies such as the Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (REPS), is a driving reason these companies chose to bring their businesses to North Carolina versus other southeastern states that also have low electricity rates.

Among the must - do's on the latter list, the students said, are rest room retrofits — a relatively simple, low - cost remedy that could pay for itself in water savings in a year — to bring all toilets, faucets, and aerators up to public standards for efficiency.

1 The actual Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standard is expected to be about 49.6 mpg in 2025, with the remaining 5 miles per gallon equivalent reached through improvements to in - car air conditioners (better efficiency, reduced leaks, and use of refrigerants with a lower impact on the climate).