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NSW to go it alone on vehicle emissions standards to avoid becoming ‘dumping ground’ – The Guardian
Leaked document reveals plan to harmonise regulations with European standards and encourage electric vehicle uptake
Plans are in the works for New South Wales to go it alone on vehicle emissions regulations after nearly two decades of inaction by the federal government.
The details were revealed after a draft copy of the New South Wales 2020-2030 Clean Air Strategy, outlining proposals for stricter regulations around noxious emissions and CO2 standards for vehicles sold within the state, was leaked to the media.
While the document raises concerns about pollution caused by wood-fired heaters in regional areas,…
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