Electric Car Emissions - Clean and Safe For Man and Earth By George Christodoulou

Environmentalists and governments have long been concerned about the level of pollution from cars. As city skylines become engulfed in smog, all fingers have been pointing at gasoline engines as been the cause. Smoke from cars is also known to be one of the destructive factors for the ozone layer which protects the earth's atmosphere. So in sum, the gasoline engine has been a source of worry.

The electric car does not have an internal combustion engine at all to produce emissions. The car runs on batteries and does not use liquid fuel. This means, there will be no exhaust pipe to emit smoke. You would also find no lubricants that could cause spillage.

Of course, electric cars produce no emissions at all. They have what is called clean emissions. No carbon monoxide to contribute to smog or ozone depletion. The car does not use liquid fuel at all so there is no combustion to produce smoke. You eventually have a clean car that leaves no hazardous substances.

To power your car you have to plug it into your wall which is powered by a coal plant most likely in the Unites States, but it is easier to monitor and clean one power plant than ten thousand vehicles.

Additionally, many people believe that ethanol is a great alternative, but what is not understood is the underlying costs of this clean fuel. Many people fail to realize that ethanol production requires diesel powered tractors. In addition, more ethanol is required to move the same distance as gas so more fuel has to be produced increasing emissions from additional tractor work.

Electric cars are also quiet. They produce no noise at all. Noise pollution is one of the major disturbances in the city and can cause partial deafness. The EV does away with noise at all. The city would be quiet once more with the electric car.

Electric cars ultimately make the earth a safe and clean place to live. Smokeless, the EV would contribute to a greener planet for everyone.

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Toyota Evaporative Emissions By Derrick O'Gorman

Greetings fellow Toyota owners! Is your check engine light on? Do you have the famous p0440, p0441 or p0446 stored in your computer? Well you're in luck! I am going to talk a little about this problem Toyota has been having, how to fix it, and how to prevent it from happening again.

Did you know that Toyota issued a Technical Service Bulletin issued for this problem? The Technical Service Bulletin simply goes into explaining that one or more of the above codes stored in the computer are due to an inoperative Canister Closed Vacuum Switching Valve. This TSB from Toyota allows the technician to quickly identify the problem so the tech can assign the correct fix. Or does it? Some of these Diagnostic trouble codes are fixed by replacing the Canister Closed Valve Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV valve) located on the air cleaner box, however most are not.

You see, all these codes are saying is that there is a leak in the Evaporative emission system. The evaporative emission control system prevents fuel vapors generated in the fuel tank from escaping into the atmosphere. These vapors are stored temporarily in the EVAP canister. When the vehicle is in operation, fuel vapors stored in the EVAP canister flow through the EVAP purge solenoid, purge port and intake manifold plenum to the combustion chamber and are burned in the combustion process. This increases gas mileage and decreases the emissions as well. The leak in the evap system could be anything from a loose or missing gas cap, to a stuck open purge valve.

This is where the diagnostics come into play. Many shops will just replace the vacuum switching valve as suggested in the TSB. But this may not take care of the problem. What many Toyota owners do not know, is that by topping of their tank after the gas pump has already stopped can cause serious problems in the evap system. When the gas tank is overfilled, the gas will actually back up and go into the evap system. Because the Evaporative Emission system is only designed to work with vapors, as soon as liquid gas enters the evap system, it starts to create problems immediately.

Another cause is when the charcoal in the Charcoal canister breaks apart and contaminates the whole system. This can happen with age as well as by overfilling your gas tank. The little charcoal bits will actually make their way from the rear of the vehicle by where the canister sits, to the front of the vehicle to the purge valve and the canister closed vacuum switching valve. When the computer opens and closes these valves, the charcoal bits will lodge into the all the valves in the system causing them to stick open when they are supposed to be closed. This is where the computer will recognize the leak in the evaporative emission system and flag your famous evap codes.

The fix: VSV valve. If the charcoal is breaking up in the canister, it will need to be replaced. It would be important to also replace the purge valve and canister vent shut valve as these are contaminated as well. Blowing compressed air through the lines will clean out any access derbies that will contaminate the system in the future.

So as you can see, this is a huge problem and Toyota is aware of it. Toyota has taken the right steps to fix this problem for the later generations models.

p0440, p0441 or p0446

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Converting Cars to Run on Natural Gas - Which Kits Will Pass Emissions? By Jonathon Winburg

There are two systems approved by the California Air Resources Board that are allowed for installation of natural gas for converting cars. These two systems include the EPA and the CARB-certified conversion systems. You can find many systems on the Internet or offered by different automotive shops that offer conversion kits that are not certified. Anyone can choose to purchase one of these kits. However, it is vital you know the EPA states that installing one of the non-certified systems is considered to be 'tampering with an emission control system which is federally approved. The punishment is a result in fines. No state will pass a vehicle through emissions inspection if there is a non-certified system installed.

There is also a certain code to be followed when converting cars to natural gas. This is set forth by the National Fire Protection Association's Vehicular Fuel systems. The reason for this is because of the high-pressure and compressed natural gas, which requires a specific skill set and specialized components.

You cannot purchase an EPA or a CARB certified system to use natural gas and converting cars unless you are a trained and approved installer. No mechanic can try to purchase one and the sale of these systems is highly regulated. The sale of the non-certified kits is not regulated.

The federal government controls the sale and installation of kits for the use of converting cars to natural gas. This is controlled by who can purchase the proper kits to be installed and failing any kit installation, which is non-certified.

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Hybrid Cars, Trucks, and SUVs Reduce CO2 Emissions, Help the Environment By Jane Muder

Global warming is a major issue in the United States today, and lately, it seems it's been in the news more than ever. In 2008, a pivotal election year, every major or minor candidate running for office would be remiss not to address issues of fuel conservation, carbon emissions reduction, and alternative energy sources. New and used cars and trucks alike burn gasoline to enable motion, and gasoline burning is a major source of carbon dioxide emissions in the United States. Over time, the cumulative effects of global warming can include significant increases in Earth temperatures; the melting of polar ice caps, and severe weather incidents resulting in property destruction and losses of human life. One easy way to reduce CO2 emissions is to reduce the amount of fuel burned per day, per month, and per year.

Americans who live in major cities -- such as New York, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Baltimore, or Atlanta -- often have the option of helping to reduce total yearly carbon emissions by taking public transportation. The American Public Transportation Association estimates that using public transportation saves $1.4 billion worth of gasoline each year. However, many Americans do not live in areas where subways, buses, or trolleys are available or convenient. Some American suburbs are too sparsely populated to support extensive public transportation; meanwhile, the infrastructures of many exurban areas cannot support bus or light rail systems at all. In order to effectively reduce American CO2 emissions each year, individual drivers must seek solutions to excessive personal vehicle gasoline consumption, including car, truck, and SUV gasoline use.

In March 2004, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the manufacture of the first "advanced hydraulic hybrid" SUV. NextEnergy, a Michigan nonprofit organization states that hydraulic hybrid cars, trucks, and SUVs use a regenerative braking system. This means that when the hybrid driver brakes his or her car, truck, or SUV to a stop, the vehicle motor pumps fluid from a low-pressure chamber to a high-pressure chamber. The fluid that is pumped is hydraulic, and has the ability to pressurize the braking system by compressing nitrogen gas in the high-pressure chamber. As the system is pressurized, energy is stored by a system battery, to be used during vehicle acceleration or in other driving modes.

Hybrid cars, trucks, and SUVs are seen as Earth-friendly inventions. By capturing kinetic energy that would otherwise be lost during the vehicle braking process, and using this energy to charge the vehicle battery, hybrid vehicles reduce the total amount of gasoline the car, truck, or SUV must burn to generate motion. Therefore, this type of technology results in significant fuel savings for the consumer. In many hybrid vehicle models, the gasoline-driven engine completely shuts down during stops, resulting in heightened vehicle fuel economy.

Global warming is much more complex than just carbon dioxide emissions, however. Several chemical compounds created by fuel production and use contribute to the "greenhouse effect," or the warming of Earth surface temperatures that results from gases trapping heat in the atmosphere. The fact that burning gasoline releases CO2 into the atmosphere is fairly well known. However, several other principle gas compounds contribute to the greenhouse effect, too.

Gasoline combustion, in addition to releasing CO2, releases nitrous oxide, NO2, into the atmosphere. According to the Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change, NO2 has 296 times the impact of CO2 per unit of mass over longer periods of time. Therefore this compound, though less often discussed than CO2, is another deleterious chemical by-product of fuel consumption. Furthermore, the production of fuel itself contributes harmful compounds to the atmosphere. Methane gas, CH4, is released during fuel production activities. The IPCC estimates that methane has a dire effect on global warming, as well - it warms the Earth 25 times as much as CO2 per unit mass over long periods of time. Automobile manufacturers and drivers alike can readily conclude then that production and consumption of fuel has major, long-term consequences for life on Earth.

During the driving process, a significant opportunity for fuel waste occurs when a car, truck, or SUV is stopped with the motor still running; for example, at a stoplight or an intersection. A hybrid engine reduces incidents of gasoline waste and total chemical atmospheric release because it draws from stored energy to power the motor when the vehicle is idling or traveling at the lowest speeds. The smaller, more fuel-efficient hybrid engines also enable them to reduce greenhouse emissions by using less gasoline overall. Consumer pocketbooks benefit immensely from reduced gasoline consumption, of course. More importantly, experts from institutions like the Environmental Protection Agency and the Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change estimate that hybrid vehicles will lessen or halt the effects of greenhouse gases on the Earth.

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Natural Gas, Fuel to Drive the Future By Patrick Bette

Abstract
Society's growing interest in alternative fuels is paving the way for emerging and existing technologies. Compressed natural gas is not a new technology, but it is rapidly growing more popular. The recent drive for green products combined with high oil prices and worries about oil dependence makes NG an ideal solution. Natural gas has been in use in vehicles for decades, but it hasn't been used as much in the private sector until recently.

Environmental Benefits of NG
One of the greatest benefits of natural gas over other fuels is its lower emissions. To date, natural gas vehicles (NGVs) are the only vehicles to meet two of California's emissions standards. The California Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) standard-a strict limit developed to help deal with chronic ozone non-attainment problems in many regions of that state. No other fuel has achieved this level of certified emission performance. In addition, NGVs are the only vehicles certified to EPA's Inherently Low Emission Vehicle (ILEV) standard- applied to vehicles which demonstrate tight control on evaporative hydrocarbon emissions. Compared to Gasoline and Diesel, natural gas vehicles offer the following.

Gasoline
• Ozone-Reduced tailpipe emission of ozone precursors (NOx and NMHC)
On a g/mile basis, average reductions in NOx of 66 percent and 85 percent for NMHC emissions.
• Carbon monoxide-In normal driving conditions, at least 50 percent reduction in
CO emissions and potential for 80-95 percent reductions under conditions like cold temperatures and acceleration.
• Sulfur Dioxide-Reductions of 90 percent or greater in SO2 emissions.
• Other gasses associated with global warming-At least 20 percent reduction in tailpipe emissions of
global warming gases.
• Air Toxins-Reductions in air toxic emissions of over 85 percent. Elimination of 1,3
butadiene emissions.

Diesel
• Ozone- Reductions in tailpipe emission of the ozone precursor NOx by 50 percent or
more.
• Particulate Matter- Reductions in emission of PM on the order of 50-75 percent.
• Sulfur Dioxide-Reductions of 90 percent or
greater in SO2 emissions.

The environmental benefits alone are enough to make natural gas a sought after fuel. With tailpipe emissions of greater than 20% over gasoline natural gas is a significant improvement.

Availability and Infrastructure
Another strength of NG is domestic availability and already established infrastructure. The Energy Information Administration estimates there is over 1,100 trillion cubic feet of natural gas currently domestically available. Currently there is a lot of concern over the US importing too much of its oil, leading to foreign dependence. By using more natural gas it could cut down importing of oil. Currently it is estimated that around 2,500 million cubic feet of natural gas is used for vehicle fuel per month. There has been a steady rise in natural gas use in vehicles over the past few years. As of 2005 there was 213,000 miles of natural gas pipeline in use in the US. The US natural gas infrastructure already spans most of the country. Many homes have access to natural gas for heating use. With widespread availability it is already possible for natural gas fueling stations to become more abundant both at gas stations and in private homes.

Financial Incentives
Both the US federal government and some state governments are using tax cuts and financial incentives to make natural gas vehicles more appealing. The Alternative Fuel Excise Tax Credit from the IRS provides a refund of $0.50 per gasoline gallon equivalent (gge) of natural gas. The Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit provides both gas stations and residential houses a tax incentive of up to 30% of the total cost of installing a refueling system. Many states have their own incentives for alternative fuel use. New York has a few incentives, but none that apply directly to the average consumer. On the other hand, Utah has incentives like covering 50% of the cost to convert a vehicle to an aftermarket alternative fuel system.

Closing
With the government putting large amounts of money into national infrastructure and tax incentives, the time has never been better to invest in alternative fuels. Everyday more gas stations are offering compressed natural gas, or companies are expanding their pipelines to reach more residential areas.

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How to Reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHGs) Emissions With Refrigerant Gas Tracking By Daniel Stouffer

Carbon emissions reporting, measured as both direct and indirect emissions, requires detailed tracking, maintenance carbon emitting systems, and record keeping of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) sources. Direct carbon emission refers to the energy each individual consumes in the form of fossil fuels and electricity that we use for transportation, heating, cooling and lighting.

Carbon (CO2) Emissions Reporting: It's the law.

In many countries, carbon emissions are required by law to be reported across an organization's entire footprint; hence the common term now in widespread use Carbon Footprinting. Carbon data and detailed records of energy, fuel, and refrigerant gas consumption fall under regulatory compliance rules and must be reported in paper, and increasingly, electronic format.

Similar forms of mandatory monitoring, tracking, and reporting of air, water and soil pollutants fall under the Montreal Protocol (refrigerants gases), The U.S. Clean Air Act (many pollutants), and The Kyoto Protocol (6 GHG gases).

EPA and State Regulatory Compliance

Air, water and soil pollutants resulting from emissions that go beyond the property line or are in excess of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and/or state compliance regulations must be reported in order to maintain a safe and healthy environments. In addition, there is a very high likelihood that the United States will follow suite with many other countries to mandate economy wide carbon emission reporting. Submission of carbon emissions reports help identify main sources of GHG (greenhouse gases) and track the volume emitted into the atmosphere so that these volumes may be ratcheted down over time.

HCFC Refrigerants -- The cause of depleted Ozone and increases of GHG emissions.

This is the main basis and high-level background for carbon emissions reporting. Refrigerants gases add higher levels of carbon into the air due to the composition CFCs and HCFCs. The refrigerants used in commercial heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) or regular air conditioning (AC) units include Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and perfluorocarbon (PFC).

Perfluorocarbons (PFCs) and Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) are a collection of commonly used refrigerant and aerosol gasses with a wide variety of other commercial applications. The common Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) in use today are hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). These substances are organic compounds which consist of clorine, fluorine, carbon and hydrogen and are controlled under the rules set forth in Section 608 of the US Clean Air Act.

The U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) documented that increased GHG emissions is the result of misuse of HCFC refrigerants. As a result of conclusion, the EPA has implemented protocols requiring owner or operators of refrigerant systems to accurately track their refrigerant usage. Refrigerants, referenced as fugitive emissions, make up one of the four main scopes of carbon emissions.

Carbon Emissions Protocols - Get to know these intimately (scope by scope).

The Climate Registry Protocol was written in preparation of mandatory monitoring and tracking or mobile (vehicle emissions), stationary (electricity production), and fugitive emissions (refrigerant gases). These possible sources of emissions are defined below as noted in The Climate Registry, the ISO standards, the EPA protocols, and the World Resource Institute requirements.

Mobile emissions are those which emanate from transport vehicles. Most commonly, these are emissions from the combustion of fuels in transportation sources and emissions from non-road equipment such as equipment used in construction, agriculture, and forestry.

Stationary emissions are those which come from a regular source but do not disperse over greater areas, rather remaining in concentrations in the specific source area. These are emissions from the combustion of fuels to produce electricity, steam, heat, or power using in a fixed location.

Fugitive emissions are those which may occur as a result of inefficient control equipment or control equipment that is obsolete. Examples include releases of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) from electrical equipment, hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) releases during the use of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, process equipment leaks, etc.

The EPA, ISO, World Resource Institute, and Climate Registry all have reporting protocols which outline, in a systematic way methods for collecting, calculating, and reporting carbon emissions. All protocols are available. There is not a single reporting protocol as of early 2009. The current carbon emission protocols being drafted, reviewed, and supported by businesses and various government agencies all dictate detailed reporting requirements. EPA rules put in place mandatory CO2 emissions reporting regulations. Companies must spend time getting to know the protocols to remain in compliance.

Critical Heads Up - Companies are facing a mind-bending challenge. They must understand the protocols, organize, collect, and report Greenhouse Gas emissions across their entire organization or face extra financial burden.

Where refrigerant gases prevail heavily in multiple sources, refrigerant reporting as well as refrigerant tracking will lead to a better phasing in of mandatory carbon reporting. Legal carbon emissions reporting pave the way for lasting reductions in carbon emissions and improved management of company assets. Measure reduction in CO2 emissions. The goal to keep focused upon is a cleaner environment through reduced use of harmful refrigerants and more efficiently managed companies.

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Honda Parts Meet the Standards of the Reduction of Fuel Emissions By Jenny McLane

Honda ties up with SELEV, “Study of Extremely Low Emission Vehicles”, a Riverside program hosted by the University of California, which shows the advantage of upgrading the internal combustion engine technology in the reduction of vehicle emissions. Several years ago, this reduction to some level has been conceived impossible but due to the advancements in technology nowadays everything is made possible and tangible to some extent.

Two years ago, this program has been launched primarily for the dwindling environmental condition as the main reason. Among the concerned partners of SELEV are the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association. The university’s College of Engineering Center for Environmental Research and Technology (CE-CERT) spearheads this innovative research. The study has been endowed by at least $10 million from Ford as a donation. The amount has been of great help for the researchers in their tactics of finding ways of lessening the fuel emissions of the new-generation vehicles so as not to add up with the already degrading air pollution that poses great risk to the people’s health.

Going environment-friendly, no wonder, Honda Motors Corporation continues to launch and introduce to the buying public low-emission vehicles such as that of the latest Honda Accord and the rest of the new-generation vehicles in its fleet. Due to the successful study and promotion of the technology that tests vehicle emissions at lower levels, another milestone in the automotive era poses significant measures and likewise challenges the entire realm of auto manufacturers in the automobile world.

"Ten years ago, nobody thought gasoline ULEVS and SULEVs would be possible," says Dr. Joseph Norbeck, director of CE-CERT. "Now they're becoming common, and it's clear the emissions reductions they offer are significant." This SELEV project allows car engineers, designers, and manufacturers the understanding of the improvement in air quality when new-generation vehicles possess extremely low emissions, thus, give off less dangerous pollutants that could harm the environment and the people therein.

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Hydro Fuel Cell For Cars - Enhanced Gas Mileage and Cleaner Emissions by Using Water As Fuel By Isache Chew

The hydro fuel cell is the hottest innovation to hit the alternative fuel industry. Many car owners are riding on this technology to improve fuel efficiency and cut harmful emissions from their vehicles. This technology works on both gasoline and diesel powered vehicles and is fast gaining mass appeal.

This technology is not new, and has been used several decades ago in blow torches, lamps and high-heat ovens. It is being revived for use in vehicles as gas prices continue to soar past record levels. This is practically a hydrogen-on-demand system that converts water to HHO gas to greatly enhance the fuel efficiency of gasoline.

How this works is simple. Through a process known as electrolysis, a hydro fuel cell breaks down water (contained in a sealed container under the car hood) into HHO gas, also known as hydroxy or Brown's gas. This gas is then injected into the airflow intake and supplements gasoline to create a highly combustible fuel mixture. The result is that the gasoline burns completely and cleanly, leaving virtually no residues except harmless water vapor.

You cannot really find hydro fuel cells in the commercial market. Even if you do, you can expect them to cost several hundred to few thousand dollars. The good news is, you can easily build this simple device on your own without breaking the bank. There is a lot of information available online that enables you to do just that. Many good quality guides can be downloaded for a pittance, considering the amount you will save on gas costs in the long run.

The parts and materials needed can be found around your home or readily purchased from your local stores. Basic components include a sealed quart-sized container (or a similar sized glass jar), electrical wiring, vacuum hose, automotive fuse and baking soda (as a catalyst for conversion of water to HHO gas). A simple hydro fuel cell can be build for less than $100. Best of all, no modification to the car engine is required and your car's warranty is kept intact.

This is a real technology that many car owners are beginning to sit up and take notice. Internet forums, including the famed Yahoo Groups, have been abuzz with discussion and support for this technology. Many people have been saving $1000s in gas costs. You too, need not pay more for overpriced gas, with the help of the hydro fuel cell.

If high gas prices are taking a toll on your finances, look no further. Alternative Fuel Specialist, Isache Chew invites you to learn how you can reduce your gas expenses and save $1000s by installing a hydro fuel cell to run your car on water. Now read his expert review of the Best Hydro Fuel Cell Guides on the Internet at http://www.isache-biz.com/runcaronwater and beat the oil companies at their own game!

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HHO Gasoline Vehicles - Cleaner Fuel and Emissions By Erik C Fuller

Gas prices are scary, in fact I thought I honestly saw regular going for $4.25 a gallon. Honestly can you believe this? We are closely getting the $5 mark now. Anyways, people all over the world are suffering from these high prices, and are looking for a fix, or at least a small one. It just so happens that there is something out there that is working, and is saving people a lot of money on gas.

It's Called HHO, HHO gas can honestly save you up to 35 - 40 percent in gas costs. This may be a new concept, but it has actually been used for the last century. It isn't until now that people are beginning to convert their cars to run on this fuel. You see, now that gas prices are so high, people are beginning to look for alternatives. Therefore a solution is usually available.

HHO is very efficient with gasoline, you don't need to disassemble anything from your current vehicle, and no damage is done to the car's value when you convert your car. It can also increase the power of your car, while your engine will be running at a much cooler temperature. The cooler temperature will actually increase your engines life span! Any person can convert any car to run on water, or HHO gas. All you need is the right guide, and right materials. If you have these available you will soon be saving up 40% on gasoline costs. High gas costs will no longer effect you as they once did, and you will also be fighting back against high gas prices.

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Fuel CO2 Emissions Compared By George McGonigal

Carbon dioxide emissions, in fact all dangerous emissions, are becoming more and more of a concern as global warming awareness spreads.

But do we know just how much carbon and carbon dioxide our heating systems are kicking out into the atmosphere? Do we realise how much our initial choice of fuel can impact on this?

If not, then the simple table below will certainly help. It is derived from the draft version of the new 2006 Building Regulations (Part L2A), and shows LPG to be among the CLEANEST fuels available in terms of CO2 emissions.

Fellow rural options Oil and the Solid Fuels come further down the "green" list, with electricity at the bottom of the pile...

Fuel CO2 emission factor kgCO2/kWh

LPG 0.234

Oil 0.265

Coal (solid fuel) 0.291

Anthracite (solid fuel) 0.317

Smokeless fuel (solid fuel) 0.392

Grid supplied electricity 0.422

Grid displaced electricity 0.568

Setting aside developing nations, the UK today has some of the highest dependency upon fossil fuels in Europe and this needs to change and change as quickly as possible.

As government policy and public awareness increasingly tend towards a more green outlook hopfully the economics of green fuels sources will improve, making their everyday use not on feasible but attractive to the private individual.

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