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Planes vs. Trains: A Comparison of Convenience and Sustainability

Topics: Aviation | Environment | High Speed Rail | Travel

Two years ago, France’s parliament officially passed the bill to ban short-haul flights where alternative train routes of 2.5 hours or less already exist.  The bill, considered a world first, was a step in the right direction and a “strong symbol in the policy of reducing greenhouse gas emissions,” said Clement Beaune, France’s transport minister. … Continued

Northeast Maglev: Green Alternative

The Environmental Impact of Maglev: A Green Alternative to Conventional Travel

Topics: Environment | High Speed Rail | Northeast Maglev

In the face of climate change and rising global emissions, the demand for sustainable transportation solutions has never been more urgent. Maglev (magnetic levitation) technology is emerging as a green alternative to conventional travel, offering an eco-friendly approach to moving people and goods. Here’s how maglev makes a difference: Reduced Carbon Emissions One of the … Continued

What happens to our air quality when cars come off roads?

Topics: air quality | Earth Day | Emissions | Environment | greenhouse gases | Maglev | SCMAGLEV

The overwhelming majority of scientists agree that the biggest source of human-caused climate change is greenhouse gas emissions. In the U.S., the majority of these gases come from burning fossil fuels, 29% of which are from transportation. The SCMAGLEV project is expected to prevent millions of tons of these gases from entering the atmosphere. In … Continued

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2022 Environmental Initiatives

Topics: Environment | Northeast Maglev | Transportation

New Legislation Prioritizing the Environment and Clean Transportation If you pay attention to the news, you know that the scientific community recently issued several dire warnings about how little time we have left to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Thankfully, many of our federal, state and local representatives have taken action, passing historic … Continued
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Relationship Between Air Pollution and COVID

Topics: Environment | Northeast Maglev | SCMAGLEV

highlighting the need for efficient transportation While much is still unknown about COVID-19, evidence is stacking up that indicates air pollution is worsening the disease’s effects.  The Hill reported earlier this month on an IOP study that found an increase in the concentration of multiple pollutants from a class known as hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) … Continued