Ah, Watson. No, not today. I shan't do any work today. Just idling along for a while, my friend, no targets. Take a seat and have some of Mrs Hudson's biscuits. They are superb.

#HolmesAndWatson #idling #Tao

Vehicle idling fees

Cars, trucks and motorbikes illegally pollute our air and force residents to breathe in their exhaust. Most motorists are seen fumbling on their phones while idling in Bellingen.

Mayor Recovers More Than $9 Million in Unpaid Amazon Idling Fines
https://www.nyc.gov/mayors-office/news/2026/05/mamdani-administration-recovers-more-than--9-million-in-unpaid-a
#pollution #cars #trucks #idling #exhaust #FossilFuel #climate #FuelRationing #BellingenShire #motorists

It is not a fuel crisis,
it is a fossil fuel crisis!

Oh dear, We forgot to transition our mobility system
Go e-anything now without the matching active mobility infrastructure.

This fuel crisis could last for a while. It’s time for a new approach to fuel use – end it. >>
https://theconversation.com/this-fuel-crisis-could-last-for-a-while-its-time-for-a-new-approach-to-fuel-use-end-it-280454

#MobilityDesign #FossilFuels #CarDependency #oil #war #CarMinds #HabitFormation #idling #speeding #EnergyTransition #infrastructure #machinery #ActiveMobility #sprawl #walkability #bikepaths #EMobility #ClimateCrisis

"We are facing the greatest global energy security threat in history"

“The war in the Middle East is creating a major energy crisis, including the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market. In the absence of a swift resolution, the impacts on energy markets and economies are set to become more and more severe,” said IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol."

"Reduce demand:

1. Work from home where possible
Displaces oil use from commuting, particularly where jobs are suitable for remote work.

2. Reduce highway speed limits by at least 10 km/h
Lower speeds reduce fuel use for passenger cars, vans and trucks.

3. Encourage public transport
A shift from private cars to buses and trains can quickly reduce oil demand.

4. Alternate private car access to roads in large cities on different days
Number-plate rotation schemes can reduce congestion and fuel-intensive driving.

5. Increase car sharing and adopt efficient driving practices
Higher car occupancy and eco-driving can lower fuel consumption quickly.

6. Efficient driving for road commercial vehicles and delivery of goods
Better driving practices, vehicle maintenance and load optimisation can cut diesel use.

7. Divert LPG use from transport
Shifting bi-fuel and converted vehicles from LPG to gasoline can preserve LPG for cooking and other essential needs.

8. Avoid air travel where alternative options exist
Reducing business flights can quickly ease pressure on jet fuel markets.

9. Where possible, switch to other modern cooking solutions
Encouraging electric cooking and other modern options can reduce reliance on LPG.

10. Leverage flexibility with petrochemical feedstocks and implement short-term efficiency and maintenance measures "
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https://www.iea.org/news/new-iea-report-highlights-options-to-ease-oil-price-pressures-on-consumers-in-response-to-middle-east-supply-disruptions

What energy crisis? It seems Bellingen motorists haven't heard the news yet.

#energy #oil #OilandGas #fertilisers #petrochemicals #IEA #speed #cars #idling #10kmh #roads #war #EnergyCrisis #FossilFuels #dependency #COVIDDéjàVU

War? Out with petrol standards. Maximising harm from vehicle pollution.

What’s ‘dirty fuel’ doing to our lungs? The same as it did for most of 2025

Why does sulfur in fuel matter for health?
"Traffic-related pollution causes harm even at the relatively low levels found in Australia. Cleaner fuel means cleaner air – and cleaner air saves lives. Even short detours from that path should be taken cautiously, transparently and for as little time as possible." >>
https://theconversation.com/whats-dirty-fuel-doing-to-our-lungs-the-same-as-it-did-for-most-of-2025-278534
#FossilFuels #pollution #cars #idling #roads #sulphur #AirQuality #war #oil #SacrificeZone #PrematureDeaths #NegativeExternalities #health

Mobility design for mortality and morbidity

"Traffic pollution contributes to more than 1,800 premature deaths per year, study estimates. Vehicle pollution may contribute to more deaths each year than the number caused by road accidents."
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https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2025-08-22/traffic-pollution-study-estimates-1800-premature-deaths-per-year/105677620
#cars #roads #FossilFuel #MobilityDesign #harm #pollution #air #PrematureDeath #Deathzone #idling #disease #inflammation #ActiveTransport