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A speed control sign is seen on highway A-49 near Seville
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A speed control sign is seen on highway A-49 near Seville
A speed control sign is seen on highway A-49 near Seville February 25, 2011. Spain is raising the minimum percent of biodiesel to be mixed with mineral diesel to 7.0 percent from the 5.9 percent it was set at for 2011 to offset higher oil prices, Deputy Prime Minister Alfredo Perez Rubalcaba said on Friday. Rubalcaba also said Spain is lowering the highway speed limit to 110 km/hour from 120 and cutting prices on short-distance train trips to push use of mass transit. REUTERS/Marcelo del Pozo (SPAIN - Tags: TRANSPORT ENERGY IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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This print captures a speed control sign standing tall on the A-49 highway near Seville, Spain. The image, taken on February 25,2011, showcases the country's efforts to combat soaring oil prices by increasing the minimum percentage of biodiesel mixed with mineral diesel from 5.9 percent to 7.0 percent. In addition to this eco-friendly initiative, Deputy Prime Minister Alfredo Perez Rubalcaba announced other measures aimed at reducing fuel consumption and promoting sustainable transportation. One such measure involved lowering the highway speed limit from 120 km/hour to 110 km/hour. This decision not only prioritizes safety but also encourages drivers to adopt more fuel-efficient driving habits. Furthermore, Spain sought to incentivize mass transit usage by slashing prices for short-distance train trips. By making public transportation more affordable and accessible, the government hopes to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce carbon emissions associated with individual car use. The composition of this photograph is strikingly serene as it juxtaposes the vibrant blue sky against an open landscape dotted with power cables stretching into the distance. The absence of people in this low angle view allows viewers' attention to be solely focused on the bold red speed control sign that stands as a reminder of Spain's commitment towards energy conservation and sustainable mobility solutions.
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