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Rocsys to supply autonomous CCS charging solutions to SSA Marine for electric yard tractors at Port of Oakland

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The systems will autonomously charge part of the electric yard tractor fleet of SSA Marine at the International Container Terminal at the Port of Oakland. ROC-1 will work with high power DC charging stations that use a CCS-1 charging connector, offering capability to autonomously charge the vehicles from existing charging supply equipment.

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New California program awards 21 communities, tribes $20M to launch shared, zero-emission mobility projects

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The program awarded approximately $18 million to eligible under-resourced communities and set aside and awarded $2 million specifically to Native American tribal governments. The total amount of funds awarded for mobility projects is $20 million. Projects were awarded across the state.

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PG&E rolls out new programs to accelerate EV adoption in underserved communities

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In support of California’s goals for vehicle electrification and climate action, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is offering two new programs designed to improve access to electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for customers in underserved communities.

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New California program awards 21 communities, tribes $20M to launch shared, zero-emission mobility projects

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The program awarded approximately $18 million to eligible under-resourced communities and set aside and awarded $2 million specifically to Native American tribal governments. The total amount of funds awarded for mobility projects is $20 million. Ride-on-demand services. Projects were awarded across the state.

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New California program to make clean cars affordable for lower-income residents

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The California Air Resources Board announced a new statewide grant and loan program to help lower-income consumers across California get into the cleanest new and used cars on the market. The Clean Vehicle Assistance Program, run by the Oakland-based nonprofit Beneficial State Foundation, was launched with a $5-million CARB grant.

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PRIME Coalition invests in three startups: electrochemical reduction of CO2, lightweight materials; Li extraction

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PRIME Coalition, a 501(c)(3) public charity funding tech start-ups that fight climate change, closed three new investments: Opus 12 in Berkeley, CA; Mallinda in Denver, CO; and Lilac Solutions in Oakland, CA. Lilac’s technology streamlines operations, boosts lithium recovery, and expands production into new resources.

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San Diego begins using Neste renewable diesel in city fleet

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The transition to renewable diesel is a prime example of the adaptability of the city’s Climate Action Plan. An analysis by the California Air Resources Board determined that renewable diesel reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% compared to petroleum diesel. —Major Kevin Faulconer.

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