Sentences with phrase «new energy efficient vehicle»

since its a rather small and compact car, does it fall into our new energy efficient vehicle policy bracket?

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The laboratory will focus on developing «new nanomaterials and nanotechnologies for electric vehicles and energy storage that are safe, efficient and cost - effective.»

Additionally, five new energy - efficient parking facilities with the capacity for 3,500 vehicles are being built in coordination with the Villages of Mineola and Westbury and the Town of Oyster Bay.

In December, NYPA trustees approved financing that will be offered as part of the Power Authority's Municipal Electric - Drive Vehicle Program, which provides financial assistance to New York municipal utilities to facilitate the replacement of less fuel - efficient vehicles in order to advance Cuomo's clean energy goals.

Because economic growth continues to boost the demand for energy — more coal for powering new factories, more oil for fueling new cars, more natural gas for heating new homes — carbon emissions will keep climbing despite the introduction of more energy - efficient vehicles, buildings and appliances.

Among Freeman's specific recommendations are a «20 percent federal tax credit to electricity and natural gas utilities that gives highest priority to the efficient use of the energy they supply,» and ban on new coal or nuclear plants and retirement of the existing plants within the next 30 years, government - funded demonstration plants for Big Solar and hydrogen, increasing federal fuel economy standards one mile - per - gallon a year over the next 24 years, tax credits for plug - in hybrids or flex - fuel vehicles, and an excess - profits tax on oil to fund the tax credits.

Hyundai hopes the more energy efficient vehicles in its upcoming 2017 lineup will attract a new group of eco-friendly buyers to the brand.

Shutting off the engine when the vehicle is stopped, to minimize idling Restarting the engine promptly when the brake pedal is released Enabling early fuel shut - off during vehicle deceleration Capturing vehicle kinetic energy during deceleration through regenerative braking to charge the advanced nickel metal hydride battery Performing intelligent battery charging when it is most efficient The new GM Hybrid system provides additional power, when required, during launch from the electric motor / generator.

Improvements include a larger diffuser for more efficient aero, double wishbone front suspension adopted from the RSR, a shim system allowing setup changes without new alignment, larger front tyres, an electro - hydraulically actuated clutch allowing the removal of the clutch pedal, a fuel cell that can be configured to be refilled from left or right of the vehicle depending on circuit layout, a rear - view camera and collision avoidance system, a fixed seat with movable pedal - box and energy - absorbing impact elements placed in the doors for improved safety as well as air conditioning.

The new additions will support the company's long - term commitment to reduce vehicle emissions and improve fuel economy across its range through the introduction of more efficient engines along with alternative powertrains, lighter vehicles and improved vehicle energy conservation.

2) Every new generation of vehicle is more energy efficient and produces less emissions than the prior generation.

Uncommitted policies (S2), the second type, may lack detailed implementation plans or firm financial support, but have all been proposed, such as new efficient and zero net energy building targets, construction of the high - speed rail system, and initiatives by various agencies to, for example, increase biofuels use and continue progress in improving vehicle efficiency.

The order calls for new buildings and renovations to meet accepted «green building» standards, for leasing offices near public transit, for purchasing fuel - efficient and low - emission vehicles for state fleets and to purchase or lease Energy Star - rated equipment, among other things.

After the first Gulf War, former President George H.W. Bush declared in signing the Energy Policy Act of 1992 («EPAct») that this new law would «place America upon a clear path toward a more prosperous, energy efficient, environmentally sensitive, and economically secure future» by promoting the use and development of non-petroleum fuels in domestic vehicle fEnergy Policy Act of 1992 («EPAct») that this new law would «place America upon a clear path toward a more prosperous, energy efficient, environmentally sensitive, and economically secure future» by promoting the use and development of non-petroleum fuels in domestic vehicle fenergy efficient, environmentally sensitive, and economically secure future» by promoting the use and development of non-petroleum fuels in domestic vehicle fleets.

It makes sense to use one of the world's most energy - efficient vehicles to spread the word on climate change: That's why we are excited to hear about Climate Ride 2008, a new initiative bent on raising awareness for positive climate change and renewable