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BYD unveils North America’s largest electric bus factory; capacity for up to 1,500 vehicles annually

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This manufacturing facility is powered 100% by renewable energy, which is provided by the City of Lancaster’s Energy Company, Lancaster Choice Energy. BYD has delivered 137 electric buses in the US and Canada, including more than 75 buses delivered in 2017.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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billion in loan guarantees to support innovative renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in the United States. Alone, the federal government plans to purchase more than 500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) or EVs in fiscal year 2017. Charging infrastructure financing: Unlocking Up $4.5 Municipal fleet electrification.

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