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Colorado Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Rises to $5,000

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The bill puts forth several measures aimed at advancing decarbonization in the state, including tax credits for industrial facilities to implement emission-reducing improvements, new spending for geothermal energy projects and geothermal electricity generation, the construction of sustainable aviation fuel production facilities, and more.

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Tesla Tax Credit: How Californians Can Save $15,000 with EV Credits and Rebates

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That’s why it’s no surprise that the high sticker price of many electric vehicles, particularly Tesla models, has long been one of the main deterrents for people looking to buy a new car, truck, or SUV. Any unused funds are not available as a refund or to be used on the following year’s taxes. Which brings us to Tesla. Not anymore.

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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

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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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Analysis concludes that current transportation policy in most US states will likely worsen GHG emission trends in US

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transportation, and ensure state fuel taxes can support all transportation modes. Efforts should shift from building highway networks to building other forms of transportation that are cleaner, more efficient, and in high demand. commuting provide a service in addition to information about smarter, cleaner travel choices.

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Report on electric vehicle adoption in india

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Rising Fuel Prices: Fluctuating fuel prices, especially the rising cost of traditional fuels, have led consumers to explore alternative and cost-effective options, including electric two-wheelers. These can include tax benefits, subsidies, and preferential treatment for EVs in terms of parking and access to certain areas.

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Volkswagen of America to invest $10M in EV charging infrastructure by 2016; calls for more legislative support to spur EV adoption

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Our push for EV growth is evident around the world and here in the US but the absence of a well-established charging infrastructure, gas prices at a national average of $2.06/gallon, Examples in this category include protecting and expanding existing tax credits in the Energy Independence and Security Act. This should be a U.S.

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OECD paper presents and analyzes policies and programs to foster market growth of green cars

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Price-based measures can play a fundamental role in addressing the high cost of green vehicles relative to conventional ICE vehicles. Price-based measures may also contribute to changing norms and habits of consumers and overcoming information asymmetries, as they can help to put consumers in a better position to make a rational decision.