Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The governors of Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, and the mayor of the District of Columbia announced that theirs will be the first jurisdictions to launch a new multi-state program that the principals expect will invest some $300 million per year in cleaner transportation choices.

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Rhode Island District of Columbia Transportation Connecticut 305

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 18, 2019

At that time each of the 12 TCI states and the District of Columbia will decide whether to sign the final MOU and participate in the regional program, which could be operational by 2022. The final MOU is expected in the Spring of 2020, following additional public input and analysis.

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Transportation Emissions DC District of Columbia 195

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2021

Over the last three years, EPA has provided nearly $300 million in grants and rebates to modernize diesel fleets with cleaner heavy-duty trucks and equipment, according to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. Under this competition, EPA anticipates awarding between 40 and 70 assistance agreements. Applicants may apply until 16 March 2021.

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EPA Diesel Puerto Rico Emissions 207

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Applicants may request funding to upgrade or replace diesel-powered buses, trucks, marine engines, locomotives and nonroad equipment with newer, cleaner technologies. Eligible applicants include regional, state, local or tribal agencies, or port authorities with jurisdiction over transportation or air quality.

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EPA Diesel Puerto Rico Emissions 170