New York Energy Week is kicking off its third year next week! The energy industry event series has quickly become a must-attend gathering for businesses, government leaders, financial players, legal professionals, members of the environmental community and citizens interested in the exciting ways energy production, transportation and consumption are evolving. New York finds itself on… Keep reading →
Air Quality
Sign up and get Breaking Energy news in your inbox.
We will never sell or share your information without your consent. See our privacy policy.New York Energy Week is Almost Here! National Grid Discusses Involvement & Exciting Initiatives – Part 2
By Breaking EnergyBriefing: The Potential Downsides of EPA’s Ozone Proposal
By Energy Tomorrow BlogWe’ve written quite a bit recently about EPA’s proposal to impose stricter ozone standards on the U.S. (see here, here and here) – and the reason is there’s so much at stake. If implemented, the stricter ozone standards could be the costliest regulation ever, potentially reducing U.S. GDP by $270 billion per year and $3.4… Keep reading →
A couple of data points to remember with EPA poised to propose new, lower ground-level ozone standards, perhaps as soon as next month: Air quality is and has been improving under the current, 75 parts per billion (ppb) standards, which are still being implemented across the country. EPA reports national average ozone levels have fallen… Keep reading →
When EPA proposed tightening the national ozone standards a few years ago, President Obama told the agency to stand down. The existing standard of 75 parts per billion (ppb) wasn’t due for review, and there was concern stricter standards might harm the economy. It’s a concern that hasn’t diminished as the agency starts regular review of… Keep reading →
Plotting China’s Air Quality: The Good, The Bad, The Un-Breathable
By Kate Rosow ChrismanIt’s common knowledge that the air in China is bad. After all, the country uses 50% of the world’s coal. But just how bad the air is – is it unhealthy or lightly polluted? – is more than just semantics. It’s been the source of debate and controversy between the US and Chinese governments. In… Keep reading →
EPA Finalizes Tier 3 Vehicle Emissions and Fuel Standards
By Energy Solutions ForumEPA’s finalized Tier 3 vehicle emissions and fuel standards will lower gasoline sulfur content by more than 60 percent in 2017. On March 3, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its Tier 3 Vehicle Emissions and Fuel Standards program, reducing gasoline sulfur levels by more than 60 percent – from 30 to 10… Keep reading →
Time for the Oil and Gas Industry to Come to the Table and Eat their Proverbial Vegetables
By Environmental Defense Fund Energy Exchange BlogEveryone knows that if you want your kids to grow up strong and healthy, they need to eat their vegetables. But as any parent knows, it’s easier said than done. That’s why in my house, there is a rule: you can’t have any dessert until you eat your vegetables. Now, of course, my kids like… Keep reading →
With Rising Gasoline Demand, Beijing Plans to Pass on Costs to Consumers
By Kate Rosow ChrismanAs Chinese citizens demand cleaner air, but put more cars on the road, Beijing is retooling its policies towards fuel standards and pricing, while Chinese refiners adjust company strategy. Watch for these forces to play out in the next few years, with the potential for ripple affects throughout Asia, especially in the gasoline and diesel… Keep reading →
You’ve probably heard that the United States is experiencing an unprecedented energy boom that is transforming our economy, enhancing our energy security, and creating a manufacturing renaissance — all thanks to hydraulic fracturing and the development of America’s massive oil and natural gas resources. But what you probably haven’t heard is that shale development has… Keep reading →
Goodbye, No. 6 Heating Oil. Hello, Cost-Effective Cleaner Fuel Options.
By John SchultzWhy natural gas is the right alternative for the dirty heating oil phase out The coming end to the use of No. 6 heating oil is an important positive step forward for improving the air quality of New York City. Of course, for building owners, making the transition poses significant challenges since about 30 percent… Keep reading →