Emissions

Is Clean Coal Really Even Possible?

Coal is widely derided as the least environmentally friendly option for power generation. It has, for several hundred years, been responsible for the generation of large amounts of mercury, soot and other pollutants that are known to cause respiratory ailments. This is very true for the people who work in coal mines, several thousand of [...]

The Function Of The 2001 Jeep Cherokee Emissions Control Leak Detection Pump

As part of the emissions control system, the 2001 Jeep Cherokee emissions control leak detection pump, more commonly known as the LDP, works within the system to prevent evaporative emissions from the vehicle. Evaporative emissions are different than tailpipe emissions since they occur directly from the gasoline stored in the gas tank and engine and [...]

What Does Auto Code 1446 Emissions Control Systems In Cars Mean?

It is always a bit stressful when your vehicle isn’t performing right, and especially if this lack of performance is coupled with the auto code 1446 emissions control systems in cars being indicated through the use of a scanner. When the “check engine” light comes on in any car equipped with an on-board diagnostic system [...]

Understanding Carbon Credit For Emissions Reduction Programs

Basically the carbon credit for emissions reduction programs are a way to cap or limit the amount of carbon in the form of greenhouse gases that industries can produce. Carbon, in the form of greenhouse gases, is largely produced in the industrial nations of the world but has become more prevalent in many of the [...]

Chevrolet 305 Emissions Control Systems: The Basics

In the mid to late 1960’s the focus turned from larger cars into more efficient cars through the implementation of the United States government standards and regulations with regards to emissions standards. The Chevrolet 305 emissions control systems were revamped and redesigned, appearing for the first time in all engines used in Chevy vehicles in [...]

Continued Improvements In Truck Emissions Control Systems

Most drivers are well aware of the relationship between fuel economy and efficiency and the size of the vehicle. Truck emissions control technology, in both diesel and gasoline burning trucks, has continued to improve with increased research as well as pressure from various environmental groups and agencies. In addition consumers themselves have become more aware [...]

The Importance of Diesel Emissions Control

There are many different types of diesel cars, trucks and sports utility vehicles on the road, however there are an equal number of off-road vehicles, recreational vehicles, motors, generators and heavy equipment that operates using diesel fuel. Managing diesel emissions control programs is a major part of most environmental agencies as often these huge motors [...]

How Is An Emissions Control System Evaluated?

Emissions control systems have been used in vehicles since the mid 60’s, actually 1966 was the first year when manufacturers switched to engines with emissions control components. Systems have become more advanced, self-adjusting and computerized, however they still function to help reduce the amount of harmful hydrocarbons that are produced by the individual engine during [...]

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