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Obama climate plan calls for new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018; cleaner fuels and investment in advanced fossil energy

Green Car Congress

In terms of investment in innovation for cleaner energy, the plan calls for: Investment in advanced fossil energy projects. In addition, the President has directed his Administration to purchase cleaner alternatives to HFCs whenever feasible and transition over time to equipment that uses safer and more sustainable alternatives.

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How the Electric Vehicle Revolution Is Changing the World

Clean Fleet Report

As EVs become affordable and accessible, they are no longer just a niche choice for early adopters but are quickly becoming mainstream. One of them is the tax incentives they provide for both new and used EVs, which are meant to motivate purchases. Here is how EVs are changing the world.

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Guide to California EV Incentives

EV Life

To accomplish this, California has introduced a number of tax credits, rebates, and grants aimed at reducing air pollution and encouraging California drivers to make the switch to low-emission or no-emission vehicles. EV Life is on a mission to make it more affordable for you to drive an electric vehicle than a gas vehicle.

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The Advantages of Establishing EV Charging Stations in Residential Areas

Setec Powerr

This plays a pivotal role in climate change mitigation and fostering a cleaner living environment. EV owners stand to benefit from significant cost savings, enjoying lower operating and maintenance costs since electricity is generally more affordable than gasoline.

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Who will be in the driver’s seat?

Electric Auto Association

An early adopter Sinclair’s first venture into the world of clean energy vehicles came in the early 2000’s when she and her husband purchased a Ford Escape Hybrid, a car they still own today. Not enough women know about the tax credits and they’re not as aware as they should be of the significant savings in operating costs.

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Top Factors Affecting EV Adoption

EV Connect

Drivers want a safe, affordable and comfortable way to get from A to B. Incentives and restrictions The extension of the light-duty EV tax credit through 2032 locks in generous savings for consumers in the short term. There’s a parallel with smartphones, which barely existed in 2010, but are now owned by 85% of American adults.

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Belfer Center Brief Urges Higher, Stable Energy Prices to Achieve Long-Term Energy Policy Objectives

Green Car Congress

The United States cannot afford to wait any longer to enact long-term policies on these topics. The US government must place an initial price on US greenhouse-gas emissions, either through a cap-and-trade mechanism or a tax. A tax has the advantages of predictability and being simple to implement quickly.

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