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Nick Molden

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Nick Molden is the founder and CEO of Emissions Analytics, a leading independent organisation focused on real-world vehicle emissions testing. Nick is an award-winning author, Award of Excellence for Current Events & Environmental Sustainability.

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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
When someone like Jeremy Clarkson starts talking about vehicle weight, it’s a signal that something once niche is becoming impossible to ignore. Electric vehicles are heavier. What does that weight do to our roads and emissions?
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Scaling SAF, HVO or biodiesel isn’t just about volume — it’s about consistency and compliance. Our GC×GC-TOF-MS lab testing detects hidden compounds, batch variability and verifies authenticity — giving you confidence as you scale.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Poor air quality detection at a high resolution is complicated. We use two-dimensional GC to pinpoint VOCs, SVOCs and other pollutants. Want to test your air? Let’s talk. www.emissionsanalytics.com/air-pollution
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Proven results in fuels testing We supported Green Fuels Research with advanced two-dimensional GC analysis, validating performance, quality and innovation. “Working with Emissions Analytics has been a game-changer.” — Mark Douthwaite, Green Fuels Research www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Fantastic news:Critical Mass: The One Thing You Need to Know About Green Cars (co-authored by our CEO Nick Molden and Felix Leach) has been named a 2026 Independent Press Award Winner! 🏆 Thankyou to IPA judges for recognising and SEA International for your support with publishing.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Manufacturers, employers, cities, product developers and warehouses all need advanced air testing. Our two-dimensional GC testing reveals VOCs/SVOCs others miss — even at trace levels. www.emissionsanalytics.com/air-pollution
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
🌊 Why conventional water pollution testing falls short? Water contamination has countless sources. Standard GC works when you know what to look for. Two-dimensional GC can reveal a far broader range of contaminants with higher confidence. www.emissionsanalytics.com/water-pollut...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
📢 Tyre emissions affect everything from air, soil and water. In our recent webinar with Dr Sasha Woods (Earthwatch Europe), we explored real-world tyre emissions, policy gaps and emerging risks from EV and budget tyres. 🎥 Watch: emissionsanalytics.clickmeeting.com/webinar-reco...
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Real-world tyre emissions: looking in the right places
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
You voted. We listened. With 33% of the vote, the Michelin Primacy 5 came out on top. That’s the tyre we’ll now independently test. The full results will be revealed live at Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2026. No slides. No recordings. 🎟️ www.emissionsanalytics.com/conferences-...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
At the Tyre Emissions & Sustainability Conference USA we are bringing evidence to the forefront. Sharing data, challenging assumptions and navigating what comes next with eyes wide open. Early bird tickets available for a limited time.
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Tyres - The Environmental Elephant In the Room Interview with Nick Molden, Emissions Analytics
YouTube video by Emissions Analytics
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Tyres may be the most underestimated source of vehicle pollution. EVs cut tailpipe emissions but add weight, around 25% on average, increasing tyre wear into air, water and soil. 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILc9...
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Tyres - The Environmental Elephant In the Room Interview with Nick Molden, Emissions Analytics
YouTube video by Emissions Analytics
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Our Munich session with John Goodwin captured the reality of the NRMM sector well. It’s a diverse set of machines and duty cycles that operate under demanding, often extreme conditions. Construction and power generation equipment that must deliver absolute reliability, the challenges are varied.
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John Goodwin - Johnson Matthey - A technology open approach towards NRMM
YouTube video by Emissions Analytics
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Tyre emissions are becoming one of the most important and least understood contributors to air pollution. In 2026 we're bringing the latest evidence and innovation together at: Tyre Emissions & Sustainability Europe 2026 Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2026 Early bird tickets now available.
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The impact of road-tire wear: a hidden source of airborne microplastics and black carbon — Emissions Analytics
Recent studies conducted in the Colorado Rocky Mountains reveal that tire particles, laden with nano-sized carbon black, are being deposited on high-altitude snow, contributing to accelerated melting ...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
The chemistry behind fuels is key to standardisation. Claims like “low emissions” or “high efficiency” mean little without knowing what’s really inside. Our GC×GC-TOF-MS testing reveals composition, character and consistency — building trust through data. #FuelsTesting #LaboratoryAnalytics
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Munich made it clear: eFuels for non-road machinery are no longer theoretical. Real-world data is needed now. Our 2026 USA & Europe conferences will tackle fuels, new ICE, hydrogen, hybrids, AI and more. USA: 20–21 May Europe: 22–23 Sep. www.emissionsanalytics.com/conferences-offhighway-us
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Dr Tobias Block eFuel Alliance Update on eFuels for the non road sector
YouTube video by Emissions Analytics
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Lab tests can’t capture how vehicles behave in real driving. Loads, temperatures and traffic shift constantly, and emissions follow. Light-duty PEMS gives second-by-second evidence that reveals what actually happens on the road. More here: www.emissionsanalytics.com/tailpipe-emi...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Tyre emissions aren’t a footnote anymore. They’re one of the biggest blind spots in modern transport policy. Europe’s light-duty tyres contain 2x more 6PPD than US equivalents Tyres may look identical, but chemically they can behave like different products.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Real-world emissions testing is essential. What’s less discussed is the cost of doing it. PEMS projects are a travelling laboratory: hardware, calibration, routes, data integrity, compliance, logistics across regions… and every hour spent managing it is an hour not spent on future powertrains.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Engines behave beautifully in the lab. Out in the real world, they tell a different story. That’s why tailpipe PEMS matters. It’s a travelling lab that captures second-by-second NOx, CO₂, PN and more as machinery tackles genuine duty cycles. www.emissionsanalytics.com/tailpipe-emi...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Off-highway decarbonisation isn’t just about choosing hydrogen, biofuels, hybrid or electric. The real test is how these technologies behave in the wild. If you’re shaping the future of off-highway tech, we’d love to hear from you.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Why two-dimensional GC matters for fuel analysis Biofuels come from diverse feedstocks and contain compounds with overlapping volatilities and polarities. Standard GC resolves 95%, but it’s the critical 5% where two-dimensional GC, detects hidden compounds. www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
As renewable fuels scale, producers face new challenges. What is slowing progress the most for your team? a) Feedstock variability b) Verifying performance claims c) Detecting contaminants or impurities d) Batch consistency Let us know your answers. www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Advanced fuels testing | Biofuels & renewable fuels | Biodiesel, HVO, SAF — Emissions Analytics
Get advanced fuels testing using 2DGC for biofuels and renewable fuels. Biodiesel, HVO and SAF are tested in our laboratory to ensure batch uniformity and meet regulatory standards.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
We've explored how what happens at the tyre-road interface is now shifting from niche research to a mainstream element of science.  If you’re working in tyre or vehicle systems R&D, emissions measurement, sustainability strategy or regulation, then this article is worth your time:
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Hybrid vehicles generate more CO₂ than full battery-electrics, but less than traditional combustion engines. They’re cheaper, convenient, but they still rely on petrol. So where should the focus really be? 🎧 “The Hybrids Paradox”: www.emissionsanalytics.com/podcast/2024...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
We’re now inviting technical papers, case studies and data-driven presentations for our 2026 off-highway and tyre emissions conferences. 🎤 Submit your paper for Off-Highway and Power Generation Europe 2026 www.emissionsanalytics.com/conferences-...
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Can you run your car on vegetable oil? M&S episode 08.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
When we talk about vehicle emissions, the conversation turns immediately to tailpipes. But one of the largest, least regulated sources of particle and chemical emissions is actually the set of tyres underneath you? We’ve been digging in 👉 emissionsanalytics.com/tyre-emissions-chemical-composition
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
As regulations evolve, we’re seeing a major shift in focus: non-exhaust emissions. From tyre wear, brake wear and road surface resuspension, we are moving from the margins to the mainstream of vehicle certification and air-quality policy. Learn more here: www.emissionsanalytics.com/tailpipe-emi...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
🧪 Independent verification = investor confidence. Investors want proof over promises. Our GC×GC-TOF-MS fuels testing validates composition, efficiency and emissions with lab-verified data. Data builds confidence you need for your business. Find more: www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
🔍 The complexity of renewable fuels often gets overlooked. Biofuels come from diverse feedstocks, every batch differs in composition and performance. Our 2DGC analysis uncovers hidden compounds, feedstock inconsistencies and emissions-impacting profiles. www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
This week marks ten years and 25 days since Dieselgate began. And yet, as I sat reflecting on the new UK group litigation, it’s hard to escape one uncomfortable truth: many governments are still breaking their own environmental laws. Read the full piece: www.emissionsanalytics.com/news/2025/10...
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Governance Combustion Engine — Emissions Analytics
Nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are created in hot, high-pressure, oxygen-rich environments.  Court 76 at the Royal Courts of Justice in London was certainly hot and high-pressure this week, albei...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
All kinds of alternative fuels are appearing on the market, made from plants, vegetable oil, waste plastic, or synthesised. Alternative fuels are clean and many work with standard petrol/diesel engines. So what's the catch?
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Can you run your car on vegetable oil? M&S episode 08 — Emissions Analytics
All kinds of alternative fuels are appearing on the market - made from plants, vegetable oil, waste plastic, or synthesised. In theory they provide a third route to decarbonisation - after battery-ele...
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
🏆 Trusted by industry leaders. At Emissions Analytics, we are the independent lab OEMs, regulators and fuel innovators rely on for high-resolution, verified emissions data. Independent validation = credibility. 🔗 Learn more: www.emissionsanalytics.com/contact-us #FuelsTesting
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Mobility is often framed as a race: EVs ⚡️ vs hydrogen 🚛 vs e-fuels ⛽️. But the real challenge is lifecycle clarity. Not just what goes in the tank/batterym but what comes out of tyres, brakes & supply chains. Without real-world data = hype. With it = real progress.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
📈 Emissions Analytics’ 2D analysis Routine GC might miss the critical 5% hidden compounds in complex compositions. Our advanced laboratory testing can reveal ✔️ True chemical composition ✔️ Hidden or trace compounds ✔️ Performance & emissions-relevant profiles www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Science can identify the problem. Policy can create the framework to solve the problem. But only when the two intersect does change actually happen. In emissions, evidence often exists, but is fragmented, poorly communicated, or drowned out by lobbying.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
🌱 “ Cleaner fuels” are not always clean. GC×GC-TOF-MS lab testing reveals: ✔️ True chemical makeup ✔️ Hidden compounds ✔️ Emission & efficiency impacts Trust data over labels. #MythBusting #FuelsTesting #EmissionsAnalytics
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Our 2026 conferences are now open! Off-Highway & Power Generation(Europe & USA) Tyre Emissions & Sustainability (Europe & USA) We’re bringing global leaders together to tackle mobility’s biggest challenges. Registration & Call for Papers: 👉 www.emissionsanalytics.com/events
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
A car can emit 1,000x more mass of tyre particles than exhaust under real-world driving. Perhaps <1% goes airborne (PM2.5/PM10), but don't neglect the nanoparticles and leachate into soil and water. The rest fragments into microplastics.
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
🔬 Fuel analysis is complex 🧪 Our lab testing with GC×GC-TOF-MS dives deep into: ✔️ True fuel composition ✔️ Hidden compounds ✔️ Performance-impacting chemical profiles Know what’s really in your fuel so you can make data-driven decisions. Learn more: www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Too often, debate in transport and energy is shaped by assumptions, not evidence. Independent, real-world testing shows when tech delivers... and when it doesn’t. Artificial test environments aren’t enough anymore. We need unbiased, verifiable data. form.typeform.com/to/PQMOwaxT
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Tyres are one of the biggest hidden sources of emissions. 🌍 We’re letting YOU decide which tyre we test next. Independent, real-world data, chosen by the community. Cast your vote 👉 form.typeform.com/to/PQMOwaxT
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Biggest challenge for new fuels? We want to know: 💸 Cost ⚖️ Regulations 🧪 Testing 📈 Scaling Vote and let us know what matters most! #FuelsTesting #CleanEnergy #NewFuels
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
🎯 Startups, want to win trust? Prove your fuel performs as promised. 🚀 Detect hidden compounds affecting efficiency or emissions. Show investors what’s really in your tank. ⛽ GC×GC-TOF-MS testing validates performance, composition & consistency—scale with confidence. ✅
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
📊 Fuel composition Biofuels can vary widely depending on feedstock and production. Our lab testing with GC×GC-TOF-MS helps fuel producers and users: ✔️ Reveal true composition ✔️ Identify trace compounds ✔️ Assess performance-related chemical profiles www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
🚨 Registration & Call for Papers are OPEN for our 2026 conferences! Non-Road Powertrain and Fuels (Europe and US) Tyre Emissions & Sustainability (Europe and US) 📅 Details 👉 www.emissionsanalytics.com/events
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
🔎 What’s in your fuel? Is your biofuel as clean and consistent as claimed? Our two-dimensional GC testing reveals hidden compounds and ensures true performance. Find out how we can help: www.emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing #HVO #Biofuels #FuelsTesting #EmissionsAnalytics
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
⚡ General lab numbers may not tell the complete story. 🌱 Feedstocks change, chemistry shifts — standard GC-MS can miss hidden compounds that affect emissions and quality. This is why advanced fuels testing matters. 👉 Get the full chemical picture: emissionsanalytics.com/contact-us
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
🌍 Biodiesel, HVO and SAF have complex chemistry that standard GC can miss. Emissions Analytics’ two-dimensional GC provides a complete chemical fingerprint, building confidence for quality control, validation and investors. 👉 Learn more: emissionsanalytics.com/fuels-testing
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Ever wanted to see what’s really inside a tyre? We’re giving one the full lab treatment - reverse-engineered down to its chemical makeup - and you get to choose which one. Vote now. 📅 Results revealed April 2026. 📍 Science you can actually see. form.typeform.com/to/PQMOwaxT
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Nick Molden @nickmolden.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Everyone’s focused on tailpipes. We’re focused on what’s beneath your wheels. Tyres are full of chemicals we still don’t fully understand, but we’re changing that. Vote now to decide which tyre we break down next. form.typeform.com/to/PQMOwaxT
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