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Virginia to drop California’s emissions rules by year’s end
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the state's plan to abandon California's vehicle emissions standards by the end of the year, citing an opinion from the Attorney General.
Denise Lavoie and Sarah Brumfield report for The Associated Press.
In short:
- Governor Youngkin stated that Virginia will cease following California’s vehicle emissions standards starting January 1.
- The decision was based on an opinion from Attorney General Jason Miyares that Virginia isn’t obligated to comply with California’s new mandates.
- The move has been criticized by Democrats and environmental advocates as illegal and detrimental to public health.
Key quote:
“Virginia is declaring independence – this time from a misguided electric vehicle mandate imposed by unelected leaders nearly 3,000 miles away from the Commonwealth.”
— Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin
Why this matters:
California's standards are known for their stringent limits on vehicle emissions, including greenhouse gases and other pollutants that contribute to respiratory issues and climate warming. By aligning more closely with federal standards, which are generally less rigorous, Virginia may see increased vehicle emissions, potentially affecting air quality and public health.
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Europe's urban revolution against cars
In a bold move, European cities are increasingly adopting strategies to reduce car usage, aiming to cut air pollution and combat climate change.
Jon Henley, Stephen Burgen, and Lisa O'Carroll report for The Guardian.
In short:
- European cities are implementing various strategies like congestion charges, parking restrictions, and promoting public transport and cycling to reduce road traffic.
- These measures are driven by the need to address air pollution and climate crisis, despite resistance from some sectors viewing cars as symbols of personal freedom.
- Paris, Barcelona, and Brussels serve as case studies, each with unique approaches and challenges in reducing car dependency.
Key quote:
". . . car ownership has been falling of its own accord in big cities for some time. If there are acceptable alternatives – bikes or public transport – urban families are simply not replacing old cars. They don’t need another one, and it’s expensive.”"
— Pierre Zembri, professor of urban planning and transport at the University of Paris
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Europe's urban revolution against cars
In a bold move, European cities are increasingly adopting strategies to reduce car usage, aiming to cut air pollution and combat climate change.
Jon Henley, Stephen Burgen, and Lisa O'Carroll report for The Guardian.
In short:
- European cities are implementing various strategies like congestion charges, parking restrictions, and promoting public transport and cycling to reduce road traffic.
- These measures are driven by the need to address air pollution and climate crisis, despite resistance from some sectors viewing cars as symbols of personal freedom.
- Paris, Barcelona, and Brussels serve as case studies, each with unique approaches and challenges in reducing car dependency.
Key quote:
". . . car ownership has been falling of its own accord in big cities for some time. If there are acceptable alternatives – bikes or public transport – urban families are simply not replacing old cars. They don’t need another one, and it’s expensive.”"
— Pierre Zembri, professor of urban planning and transport at the University of Paris
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Visit Environmental Health News for the latest breaking news on environmental health and climate change.
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An EV slowdown? Battery makers are cool with that
The news that big auto companies like General Motors and Ford Motor are slowing their electric vehicle rollouts has one group a bit relieved: battery-makers.
Photo by Kyle Grozelle on Unsplash
New SUVs are ‘reversing climate progress’ by emitting more pollution than old cars
Charity calls for more taxes on SUVs, making them more expensive to operate which would provide an incentive for consumers to choose greener options.
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‘People are happier in a walkable neighborhood’: the US community that banned cars
A new housing development outside Phoenix is looking towards European cities for inspiration and shutting out the cars. So far residents love it.
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Photo by Marcin Jozwiak on Unsplash
European governments shrinking railways in favour of road-building, report finds
Rail networks in most countries have been starved of funding while motorways lengthen, study shows.
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