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Guide to California EV Incentives

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It’s no secret that motor vehicle emissions are one of the main sources of pollution in the state of California and one of the leading causes of climate change in the country. The only way to avoid more expensive and disruptive climate changes is to significantly reduce these emissions.

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Québec moves forward with a zero-emission vehicle standard

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In the view of David Heurtel, Minister of Sustainable Development, the Environment and the Fight against Climate Change, by enabling Québec consumers to have access to a broader range of plug-in vehicles, the new Act will give further impetus to electric vehicle purchases in Québec. Québec joins the ten U.S.

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Colorado Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Rises to $5,000

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These incentives were introduced to promote the transition towards cleaner transportation in order to reduce smog and greenhouse gas emissions and slow the effects of climate change. Additionally, income-qualified Coloradans can also get a $5500 EV rebate from Xcel Energy.

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World Space Week

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Satellites are more important and accessible than ever, the reduction and lower launch costs have even made satellites available to schools. Companies are developing constellations of small satellites to make the internet available to everyone in the world! Find a full list of all the events here; .

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House Chairmen Waxman, Markey Release Draft of Energy and Climate Legislation; Among the Many Provisions Are Cap-and-Trade, Harmonization of CAFE and California Vehicle Regulations, and Low Carbon Fuel Standard

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The draft amends the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to include nonprofit hospitals and public health facilities among public institutions eligible for grants and loans for energy efficiency. The draft adds HFCs to the list of similar substances that EPA currently regulates because they deplete the ozone layer.

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Electric Vehicle Spotlight: Financing a Tesla Model Y

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The negative impact of fossil fuel emissions on climate change and the environment has become an important issue facing the world today, and some of the biggest contributors are the gas-powered vehicles we drive every day. The Tesla Model Y is on the CVRP’s list of eligible vehicles.

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Inflation Reduction Act – How It Supercharges the Electric Vehicle Industry

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The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is arguably the most significant piece of climate legislation the United States has ever seen, including significant investments in clean energy and consumer incentives to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption. How the IRA will help tackle climate change.