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EPA announces $46M for latest Diesel Emissions Reduction Act funding

Green Car Congress

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of grant funding to implement projects which reduce emissions from the nation’s existing fleet of older diesel engines. Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington) will accept applications requesting up to $1,000,000 in grant funds. Background.

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California, 7 states and DC commit to faster transition to zero-emission trucks and buses; next step is formal agreement

Green Car Congress

California is joining with seven other states and the District of Columbia in committing to develop an action plan to put hundreds of thousands more zero-emission trucks and buses on their roads and highways. The board is expected to consider the first-of-its-kind regulation for adoption next year. —CARB Chair Mary D.

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15 States and the District of Columbia partner to accelerate bus and truck electrification; 100% ZEV by 2050

Green Car Congress

The goal is to ensure that 100% of all new medium- and heavy-duty vehicle sales be zero emission vehicles by 2050 with an interim target of 30% zero- emission vehicle sales by 2030. Medium- and heavy-duty trucks are a major source of harmful smog-forming pollution, particulate matter, and air toxics.

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New Jersey to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035

Teslarati

The steps we take today to lower emissions will improve air quality and mitigate climate impacts for generations to come, all while increasing access to cleaner car choices,” said Governor Phil Murphy. The gas car ban is New Jersey’s first step toward zero-emissions vehicles. The Teslarati team would appreciate hearing from you.

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EPA announces ~$44M in DERA funding to reduce emissions from diesel engines

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of grant funding to implement projects aimed at reducing emissions from the nation’s existing fleet of older diesel engines. EPA anticipates awarding approximately $44 million in Diesel Emission Reduction Program (DERA) grant funding to eligible applicants.

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No Need to be Freightened of Electric Trucks

CleanTechnica EVs

Even though only 10% of vehicles on US roads are medium- and heavy-duty trucks, they are responsible for the majority of hazardous air pollutants and nearly 25% of the greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. Thankfully, six states — California, Oregon, […].

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EPA announces availability of $26M for projects to reduce diesel emissions from existing fleet

Green Car Congress

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of $26 million in grant funding to establish clean diesel projects aimed at reducing emissions from the US’ existing fleet of diesel engines. Funds awarded under this program cannot be used to fund emission reductions mandated under federal law.

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