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As states use less coal for electricity, driving electric vehicles becomes even cleaner

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This brief study analyses, for each individual state, the changes from 2008 to 2018 in the use of coal (one of the two most polluting energy sources) to generate electricity. The increases occurred only in Alaska (from 9% to 11%) and in Wyoming (from 94% to 96%).

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EPA announces $46M for latest Diesel Emissions Reduction Act funding

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Eligible applicants include regional, state, local or tribal agencies, or port authorities with jurisdiction over transportation or air quality. Nonprofit organizations may apply if they provide pollution reduction or educational services to diesel fleet owners or promote air quality and clean transportation.

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EPA announces ~$44M in DERA funding to reduce emissions from diesel engines

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Eligible applicants include regional, state, local or tribal agencies, or port authorities with jurisdiction over transportation or air quality. Region 1 (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont) will accept proposals requesting up to $1,000,000 in grant funds.

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EPA announces availability of $26M for projects to reduce diesel emissions from existing fleet

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Eligible applicants include regional, state, local or tribal agencies, or port authorities with jurisdiction over transportation or air quality. Region 8 (Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming): EPA is requesting proposals between $300,000 and $1,500,000. Region 2 (New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, U.S.

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