The decision was made to introduce the regulations after studies found that hydrocarbons and NOx emissions from motorcycles and off-road vehicles were contributing significantly to total vehicle hydrocarbons and NOx emission levels. Hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide gases would all be regulated beginning in 1998. A spokesman for Honda Motor Co., said that motorcycle makers are taking voluntary measures to reduce emissions, but was uncertain as to whether they could meet the proposed environmental standards. This is an extensive survey on the current state of the Mexican economy, the current political implications, as well as trends, prescriptions and forecasts for the future. It also discusses the emergence of more independent voices from among the middle classes, including organizations such as the Civil Alliance, a coalition of citizens groups that monitors elections and organizes referendums, and El Barzon, which speaks for indebted farmers and small businesses.
Ministers Say PCBs To Be Phased Out In North America.
Action plans for three additional chemicals will also be presented by December 15, 1996. In addition, a North American Pollutant Release Inventory will be formed. This inventory will consolidate currently available information on the emission and transport of pollutants. That Cross Borders. Top environmental officials are working out guiding principles for development of these cross-border impact assessments.