Engine Manufacturers Support CARB Emissions Reduction Efforts.Business Editors CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 28, 2000 The Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA (1) (Enterprise Management Architecture) An earlier strategic plan from Digital for integrating network, system and application management. It provided the operating environment for managing a multi-vendor network. ) gave its support today to the California Air Resources Board's newest initiative to further control particulate par·tic·u·late adj. Of or occurring in the form of fine particles. n. A particulate substance. particulate composed of separate particles. emissions from diesel-fueled engines and vehicles. "EMA and its member companies are committed to developing Clean-Diesel technology. As a part of this commitment, we look forward to working closely with CARB as a partner in crafting a plan that addresses the emission reduction needs of California and is consistent with a nationwide program under development by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), independent agency of the U.S. government, with headquarters in Washington, D.C. It was established in 1970 to reduce and control air and water pollution, noise pollution, and radiation and to ensure the safe handling and ," said EMA Executive Director Glenn Keller According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Keller, "EMA is particularly pleased that the Board recognizes ultra-low sulfur fuel as a key element in achieving further reductions in eliminating diesel soot. And we agree with the CARB that retrofitting portions of the existing fleet population has merit and should be fully explored." The manufacturers caution, however, that such a comprehensive program must be carefully developed to assure that the emissions goals are achievable, that the technology is available to meet the challenge and that our customers' needs for a durable, reliable, and fuel efficient products are not compromised. EMA also warns CARB against basing diesel emission reduction policy solely on estimated health risks that have been called into question by leading scientists and health effects. "Many of the details still need to be worked out, but EMA is committed to providing solutions for the emission reduction process in California," said Keller. "We are convinced that by working together with CARB we can develop a balanced plan that will not only reduce diesel emissions in the state, but will recognize the important role that diesel technology plays in the California economy." EMA is a trade association representing worldwide manufacturers of internal combustion engines Internal combustion engine A prime mover, the fuel for which is burned within the engine, as contrasted to a steam engine, for example, in which fuel is burned in a separate furnace. for all applications except passenger cars and aircraft. EMA continues to work with government and industry stakeholders Stakeholders All parties that have an interest, financial or otherwise, in a firm-stockholders, creditors, bondholders, employees, customers, management, the community, and the government. to help the nation achieve its goals of cleaner fuels, more efficient engines and cleaner air. For more information, contact Jeff Mitchell Jeffrey Clay Mitchell (born January 29, 1974 in Clearwater, Florida) is a former American football center who most recently played for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Florida. at (312) 644-6610 x3729 or visit our Web site at www.engine-manufacturers.org |
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