Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2014

In December, the Patrick Administration awarded grants and announced new investments in three programs to support alternative fuel vehicles and related infrastructure across Massachusetts, including the launch of an electric school bus pilot. million in Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality funds from the U.S.

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Green Energy Consumers

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Now, the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced who got awarded – and school districts in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are on the list! GECA staff and partners with an electric school bus in Beverly, MA. Earlier this summer, we wrote about applications being open for the Clean School Bus Program.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2014

The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources has selected the nonprofit, California-based Center for Sustainable Energy to administer a new incentive program aimed at increasing the number of zero-emission vehicles commonwealth residents own. This is the first vehicle rebate program that CSE will manage outside of California.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 28, 2023

“Electric cars will not save the climate. This is not to imply in any way that electric vehicles are worthless. As electricity increasingly comes from renewables, total electric vehicle GHG emissions will continue downward, but that will take at least a decade or more to happen everywhere across the U.S.

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Green Energy Consumers

APRIL 27, 2022

The Massachusetts Senate made big news last week by passing a massive climate bill that tackles transportation, buildings, and our electricity supply. Here’s what this bill means for our efforts to phase out gasoline in Massachusetts – and the key next steps.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2020

Highland Electric Transportation has selected Thomas Built Buses Inc.’s s Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley electric school bus powered by Proterra electric vehicle technology ( earlier post ) and the Proterra 60kW charging system for deployment with the Beverly Public Schools, in Beverly, Massachusetts.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Meanwhile, the parts of the country that weren’t prioritizing expanding charging infrastructure or interested in backing California’s vehicle mandates saw the needle moving in the opposite direction. Those states are California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Washington, Oregon and Maryland. However, Elizabeth Krear, J.D.

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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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Green Energy Consumers

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Transportation is the largest source of climate-warming emissions in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts, so Green Energy Consumers Alliance is focused on finding policy solutions to advance low-carbon alternatives to gasoline.

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Green Energy Consumers

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Earlier this week, we learned that Connecticut Governor Lamont withdrew his support for the regional Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI). When that news hit, we knew it was going to put pressure on the governors of Massachusetts and Rhode Island to follow suit.

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Green Energy Consumers

JANUARY 26, 2021

If you follow Massachusetts climate policy, you’re probably not very happy with Governor Baker for his recent veto of the Climate Roadmap bill. Though we’re disappointed with his decision, we’re optimistic that lawmakers are ready to refile the legislation and override another veto if necessary.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

If adopted, the ACC II regulation would require automobile manufacturers to increase their zero-emission sales of light-duty vehicles to 100% by 2035. Washington, Oregon, Vermont, Massachusetts, and New York adopted the ACC II regulations in 2022. It helps solidify the state as a national climate leader.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JANUARY 11, 2023

According to the science, over the next 7 years we must focus on reducing emissions of heat-trapping gases significantly to halve emissions by 2030 and avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Getting there requires an all-of-society approach; getting there requires leadership at all levels of government.

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Green Energy Consumers

JULY 22, 2022

In the nearly seven years since we launched Drive Green , Green Energy Consumers has interacted with tens of thousands of Massachusetts residents through a combination of in-person events and online offerings. We have helped nearly 1,000 drivers get an electric vehicle (EV).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2021

In select markets within Colorado, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island, Arcadia’s platform connects qualifying customers to community solar projects in their area. Audi was among the first automotive manufacturers to publicly support and align its actions with the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement.

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Green Energy Consumers

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

This fall, the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is considering proposals from National Grid, Eversource, and Unitil that could make it more economical to operate DC fast charging stations. The proposals could be a big step forward in expanding much-needed charging infrastructure in the Bay State.

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EV Match

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

The part we are proud to play in manifesting this future focuses on making electric vehicle (EV) charging easier and more accessible to all, and thereby increasing the number of EVs on the road. When you connect your electricity bill to Arcadia’s secure platform , Arcadia will match you with a solar farm in your state.

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Green Energy Consumers

JANUARY 10, 2022

If you’re a Massachusetts or Rhode Island resident, there is an opportunity for you to take action in February in support of heavy-duty vehicle electrification. Medium- and heavy-duty trucks not only contribute to climate change but also release nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM) which are hazardous to human health.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 1, 2014

Making the transition to cleaner, lower polluting near-zero and zero-emission vehicles is a critical component to addressing California’s clean air and climate challenges. efforts among California, New York, Maryland, Connecticut, Oregon, Massachusetts, Vermont. —Janea A. and Rhode Island.

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Green Energy Consumers

AUGUST 27, 2021

Electric vehicles are already a smart and practical choice for many drivers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. However, the conventional wisdom is that electric cars aren't ready for primetime yet.

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Teslarati

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

The steps we take today to lower emissions will improve air quality and mitigate climate impacts for generations to come, all while increasing access to cleaner car choices,” said Governor Phil Murphy. As New Jersey transitions to a zero-emission vehicle future, we will improve our quality of life and public health.

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Green Energy Consumers

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Our non-profit organization is committed to educating people about climate-friendly behaviors and technologies. We're also advocates for excellent climate policies in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Here are our most useful and popular blogs and webinars of 2021.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 8, 2021

States signing the MOU were California, Connecticut, Colorado, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington. The vehicles being used in the project are three Kia Niros, and one Nissan LEAF.

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Green Energy Consumers

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI) is a multi-state effort to phase down our dependence on gasoline and diesel fuels and to kickstart investments for cleaner, more affordable transportation options. In November 2021, the governors of Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island withdrew support for the program.

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Green Energy Consumers

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The Transportation & Climate Initiative (TCI) is a multi-state effort to phase down our dependence on gasoline and diesel fuels and to kickstart investments for cleaner, more affordable transportation options. In November 2021, the governors of Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island pulled out of the program.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

a startup developing innovative solid-state battery systems for use in future electric vehicles (EVs) that would fully charge in minutes, announced the grant of an exclusive technology license by Harvard University’s Office of Technology Development (OTD) and a seed round financing of $5.15 Adden Energy, Inc.,

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Green Energy Consumers

MARCH 10, 2022

Some politicians in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are calling on their state governments to reduce or eliminate the gas tax in response to rising prices since Russia invaded Ukraine a couple weeks ago. That’s an awful idea and political pandering at its worst.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 10, 2022

The City of Covington, Georgia has landed a massive $43 million lithium-ion battery recycling plant, the largest of its kind in North America, just weeks after electric automaker Rivian announced it would build its second U.S.-based electric vehicle market with the two recent signings of EV-related businesses.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2020

Structurally and Electrochemically Stabilized Silicon-rich Anodes for Electric Vehicle (EV) Applications. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Demonstrating Electric Shuttles for the New Orleans Region. Cold-Weather Operation, Observation and Learning Electric Vehicles: COOL EVs. Enovix Corporation.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2021

The research, reported in Nature Materials , is the latest result from a collaboration between Stanford, SLAC, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Toyota Research Institute (TRI). Battery technology is important for any type of electric powertrain. —Will Chueh. This research was funded by Toyota Research Institute.

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Teslarati

MARCH 31, 2021

The Tesla Model Y has officially joined the Ipswich, Massachusetts Police Department, and its price tag wasn’t all that bad considering the multiple incentives that were applied by local groups. However, many are uninformed and misconceived, still believing electric vehicles are six-figure vehicles reserved for the rich and wealthy.

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Green Energy Consumers

MAY 20, 2021

If you’re like 9 9 % of Massachusetts and Rhode Island drivers, the car you own no w has an internal combustion engine (ICE) that runs on gasoline. N ow might be a smart time to trade in your gas-powered car for an EV. Here’s why.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Eleven European and North American governments are the founding partners of the International ZEV Alliance, which has the mission of accelerating global adoption of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). The 11 members account for 7% of global car sales, but represent 38% of the global market for electric vehicles.) Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 31, 2009

This policy will allow the fuel industry flexibility to determine when and where new infrastructure can be introduced most efficiently, such as use of electric vehicles or additional supplies of liquid low carbon fuels. Tags: Climate Change Emissions Fuels Policy.

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

According to Fox Business , the Minnesota Auto Dealers Association has stated that the ban would not be suitable for resident transportation due to the state’s colder climate. At the same time, five of the 14 states that currently abide by CARB regulations are expected to or already have accepted the 2035 ICE vehicle ban.

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Teslarati

MAY 10, 2022

Perhaps one of the most crucial parts of the transition to electric vehicles as a nation is each state’s ability to commit to an electrified future. The least ready states were Idaho, Alaska, and Minnesota, which scored only 1 out of a possible 5 points in climate suitability, EV penetration, and Charger-to-Vehicle ratio.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Amazon announced an investment of nearly $1 billion in an all-electric delivery truck fleet last October. The New York Police Department began its shift to electric vehicles last September. Many are beginning to convert their fleet vehicles, acknowledging their role in climate change.

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