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EPA Press Advisory: (1) EPA, DaimlerChrysler, and UPS Deliver Zero-emission Vehicles; (2) EPA Seeks Comment on Plans to Apply New Global System to Improve Pesticide LabelsPress Advisory - EPA’s latest developments (1) EPA, DaimlerChrysler, and UPS Deliver Zero-emission Vehicles (2) EPA Seeks Comment on Plans to Apply New Global System to Improve Pesticide Labels (1) EPA, DaimlerChrysler, and UPS Deliver Zero-emission Vehicles Contact: John Millett 202-564-7842 / millett.john@epa.gov In a promising government-industry partnership, EPA joined senior executives from DaimlerChrysler and UPS to announce the availability of the nation's first medium-duty fuel cell delivery vehicles. This event marks the beginning of the second phase in a multi-year fuel cell testing program, first launched at EPA’s National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory in May 2003. Since February 2004, UPS has been using DaimlerChrysler’s smaller “F-cell” vehicle to deliver packages in Ann Arbor, Mich. The program's second phase places full-sized “Sprinter” fuel cell vans into commercial use in both Michigan and California. By putting these larger vehicles into commercial service, the partners can evaluate fuel cell performance and durability under real-world, year-round conditions, including ways to safely and cost-effectively fuel these vehicles. EPA’s Ann Arbor lab hosts the only generally accessible hydrogen refueling station in what is expected to be a network of stations across the Midwest. EPA’s lab is also the only federal facility capable of running official fuel economy tests on hydrogen vehicles. This initiative responds to the national challenge set out by the President to move the country toward greater use of hydrogen as a fuel of the future. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles could help reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This program also complements and will become part of a national initiative led by the U.S. Department of Energy to deploy and evaluate fleets of fuel cell vehicles and hydrogen infrastructure around the country. For more information about fuel cells and vehicles, go to: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/fuelcell/ . (2) EPA Seeks Comment on Plans to Apply New Global System to Improve Pesticide Labels Contact: Enesta P. Jones 202-564-7873 / jones.enesta@epa.gov EPA is requesting comments on a white paper that describes various options the Agency is considering for implementing a new international system for pesticide labels. Called the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals, or GHS, the new system sets out criteria for classifying chemical hazards and communicating those hazards on labels and safety data sheets. Countries have traditionally used different systems for informing workers and consumers about physical, health, and/or environmental hazards associated with the use of chemicals. More uniform and harmonized labels will improve communication regarding chemical safety for consumers and workers, and reduce barriers for companies engaged in international trade. After working for more than a decade with national and international partners and stakeholders to create a globally harmonized system, EPA and other agencies in the United States that regulate chemicals are preparing for adoption of the new classification criteria and label elements. The Agency is particularly interested in receiving feedback on the following: (1) regulations that may warrant review or possible revision; (2) the use of a pilot project before the final rules are in place; (3) the timing and sequence of implementation; (4) coordination of implementation planning efforts with other groups to make the process more efficient; and (5) recommendations for outreach and education activities. EPA recognizes that significant effort and time may be required to implement the GHS label changes and conduct effective outreach and education activities. EPA foresees this process occurring in multiple stages over several years. The comment period began Aug. 25 and closes Oct. 25. The white paper and a side-by-side comparison of the GHS with EPA's current pesticide labeling policies are available for review and comment on EPA's Web site at: http://cfpub.epa.gov/pesticides/comments.cfm . R157 ### Release date:08/26/2004 Receive our News Releases Automatically by Email
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