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EPA updates rules to ease commercialization of alternative fuel conversion systems

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated rules making it easier for manufacturers to sell fuel conversion systems—i.e., systems that alter a conventionally-fueled vehicle or engine to enable it to run on an alternative fuel. MY 2010, 2011, 2012 and < useful life mileage. Certification application.

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California Energy Commission approves $2.9B investment for zero-emission transportation infrastructure

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900 million for light-duty EV charging infrastructure. 15 million zero- and near-zero-carbon fuel production and supply. $15 15 million for low-carbon fuels. $10 Last month, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved a complementary plan for $2.6 The newly approved plan includes: $1.7 118 million for ZEV manufacturing.

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California Energy Commission approves $384M plan to accelerate zero-emission transportation; 50% of funds to benefit disadvantaged communities

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The 2020-2023 Investment Plan Update for the CEC’s Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) prioritizes funding for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure, related workforce development and manufacturing. million for light-duty EV charging infrastructure.

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California Energy Commission approves $95M plan for clean transportation investments; zero-emission infrastructure

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The -2020 Investment Plan Update for the CEC’s Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) allocates $85.2 million for light-duty EV charging infrastructure. $30 million for ZEVs, as well as zero-emission infrastructure and related workforce development.

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California Energy Commission approves $1.4B plan for zero-emission transportation infrastructure and manufacturing

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The plan also supports in-state ZEV manufacturing, workforce training and development, and near- and zero-emission fuel production. The plan includes: $314 million for light-duty electric vehicle charging infrastructure. 25 million for zero-and near-zero-carbon fuel production and supply. 244 million for ZEV manufacturing. $15

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EIA: E85 fueling station availability is increasing, but slowly; in 2% of all retail stations

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The number of retail fueling stations offering E85 blend (up to 85% ethanol) has grown rapidly since 2007, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Retail stations selling E85 have historically been concentrated in the Midwest, where they benefit from a readily available ethanol fuel supplied to blenders.

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EPAs GHG Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles; Special Credits To Encourage PHEVs, BEVs and FCVs

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Light trucks. This approach would allow credit trading among all vehicles a manufacturer produces, both cars and light trucks, as well as between companies. Eligible innovative technologies include those that are used in one or more current vehicle models, but that are not yet in widespread use in the light-duty fleet.

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