This New York Times article gives details of the new fuel economy standards for cars issued yesterday by the Obama administration. It also describes the history, politics, and economics of the mileage standards that car companies must adopt by 2016. The new fuel standards are 30% higher than current ones.

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What Can Students Do to Help Slow, Stop or Solve Climate Change?
The issue of climate change is one of the most significant challenges of our time. It has far-reaching implications for the planet’s ecosystems, economies, and societies. As the generation responsible for the outcome of today’s environmental decisions, students have a unique responsibility to actively engage in the fight