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Pyka awarded $7M California tax credit to expand manufacturing of zero-emission autonomous aircraft

Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2023

Pyka, a developer of autonomous electric aviation technology, was awarded a $7-million California Competes Tax Credit with the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), approved last week by the California Competes Tax Credit Committee.

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ICCT study urges taxing frequent fliers to decarbonize aviation fairly

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

A tax on frequent flying could generate revenues needed to deeply decarbonize aviation through midcentury while concentrating the cost burden on those who fly the most, according to a new study from the International Council on Clean Transportation. The FFL is designed to place an escalating tax burden on people who fly frequently.

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Study finds limiting warming to 2 °C would require at least a $200/t carbon tax globally

Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2022

All regions of the world do not—and will not—experience the effects of CO 2 emissions in the same way. They find that while the distribution of carbon reduction pledges in the Paris Agreement is roughly in line with the LSCC, the pledges have only a very small impact on reducing emissions and limiting warming.

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CMU study finds taxes on emissions would result in more rapid electrification by ridesharing companies

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon’s College of Engineering have found that with an emissions-based incentive towards electrification, ridesourcing companies such as Uber and Lyft would electrify more and cut their emissions by amounts ranging from 10% in New York to 22% in Los Angeles. —Bruchon et al. Source: Bruchon et al.

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US COVID-19 mitigation efforts resulting in significant decline in traffic, emissions and fuel-tax revenues

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2020

The authors used the VMT data to calculate that emissions of US greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions were reduced by 4% in total and by 13% from transportation in the almost 8 weeks since many stay-at-home orders went into effect. Fuel saved, tax revenue lost. It also resulted in fuel-tax revenue reductions, which vary by state.

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Germany wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels, doubts EVs will win zero emissions race

The Driven EV News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Germany says race for drive train of the future is wide open, and it wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels for internal combustion engine cars. The post Germany wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels, doubts EVs will win zero emissions race appeared first on The Driven.

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T&E: Rising use of private jets sends CO2 emissions soaring

Green Car Congress

MAY 28, 2021

CO 2 emissions from private jets in Europe increased by nearly a third (31%) between 2005 and 2019, rising faster than commercial aviation emissions, according to a new report from environmental campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E). The report, Private jets: can the super-rich supercharge zero emission aviation?

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Independent study confirms cost savings & emissions advantages for heavy-duty trucks running ClearFlame’s engine technology

Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2022

The inherently lower soot forming propensity of ethanol compared to diesel fuel would allow ClearFlame to operate the engine closer to stoichiometric conditions, enabling the use of three-way catalyst (TWC) aftertreatment systems to control NO x emissions. EGR and air flow component modifications. per mile, lower than natural gas by $0.09

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California Governor signs bill exempting zero-emissions transit buses from state sales tax until 2024

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 22, 2019

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 784 into law, thereby exempting zero-emissions transit buses from state sales tax until 2024. The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration will incur annual administrative costs of up to $250,000.

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California reduces tax on dimethyl ether (DME) fuel to be consistent with other alternative fuels; enabling retail sales

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The California state legislature passed and the Governor signed into law a bill ( AB-2663 ) that lowers the Use Fuel Tax rate of dimethyl ether (DME) from $0.18 per gallon of DME-propane fuel blend used on or after 1 July 2021 (the same tax rate as propane, $0.06 per gallon of DME used and $0.06 per gallon). Oberon’s process.

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ICAO establishes 2050 net-zero CO2 emission goal for international aviation

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has established a 2050 net-zero carbon dioxide emission goal for international aviation. Previous ICAO negotiations have focused on offsetting emissions growth above a 2020 baseline. Countries will develop national measures to cut emissions consistent with ICAO’s goal.

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Can the fossil fuel car lobby run a 2010 anti-mining tax style fear campaign in 2023? Unlikely

The Driven EV News

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

The fossil car lobby is promising another "mining tax" campaign against new emission standards. The post Can the fossil fuel car lobby run a 2010 anti-mining tax style fear campaign in 2023? But the Japanese car makers do not appear to have the support of their peers. Unlikely appeared first on The Driven.

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Lawmakers introduce bill to provide blender’s tax credit for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Green Car Congress

MAY 21, 2021

of global carbon emissions. The Sustainable Skies Act aims to cut aviation’s carbon emissions in half. The legislation would create a tax credit starting at $1.50 In order to incentivize innovation and greater reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the legislation provides an additional credit of $0.01/gallon

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Study finds limited evidence that carbon tax rebates have increased public support for carbon pricing

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

In a study published in Nature Climate Change , an international research team reports finding limited evidence that individual or household rebates have increased public support for carbon taxes in Canada and Switzerland. 2022) “Limited impacts of carbon tax rebate programmes on public support for carbon pricing.” Mildenberger, M.,

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EVs Eligible for the Clean Vehicle Tax Credit

Electric Driver

MARCH 3, 2023

federal government is offering a clean vehicle tax credit to help promote the purchase of electric vehicles as an effort to reduce carbon emissions. The clean vehicle tax credit of up $7,500 depends on several factors. Here are some details on what is needed to qualify for the tax credit.

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In a US first, the oil and gas sector will pay fines for excess methane emissions

Electrek

JANUARY 12, 2024

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will fine oil and gas companies for emitting excess methane – the first federal government tax ever on greenhouse gas emissions. more… The post In a US first, the oil and gas sector will pay fines for excess methane emissions appeared first on Electrek.

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California to receive more than $236M to support transit agencies’ transition to zero-emission buses

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 12, 2022

announced that 17 local governments and transit agencies will receive more than $236 million in grants from the Department of Transportation (DOT) to aid the transition to zero-emission buses. billion in new Low-No Program emission funding and $5.1 billion in new Low-No Program emission funding and $5.1 Low-No Program.

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Tata Motors urges govt to keep hybrid tax, Toyota lobbies for cut

Baua Electric

JANUARY 17, 2024

Read more Tata Motors has opposed Toyota’s appeal for tax reduction on hybrid cars, claiming that they are more polluting than electric vehicles and should not be given a tax advantage. Several automakers like Toyota, who have been selling hybrid cars in India have been lobbying for a tax cut on the hybrid vehicles in India.

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Inflation Reduction Act mandates escalating battery critical mineral requirements to qualify for EV tax credit

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2022

The Inflation Reduction Act , which the Senate passed last week, revamps the electric vehicle Federal tax credit of $7,500 ( earlier post ). Among the changes are an extension of the tax credit through 2032, the removal of the unit-sales cap of 200,000 per OEM, and a new mandate for qualified cars being assembled in North America.

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T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

T&E said governments should therefore end the purchase subsidies and tax breaks for plug-in hybrids. T&E has commissioned Emissions Analytics to test three of the most popular PHEVs sold in 2019: a BMW X5 (longest EV range PHEV available), a Volvo XC60 and the Mitsubishi Outlander.

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EIA: CO2 emissions from US power sector have declined 28% since 2005

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 24, 2018

US electric power sector CO 2 emissions have declined 28% since 2005 because of slower electricity demand growth and changes in the mix of fuels used to generate electricity, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Source: US EIA, US Energy-Related Carbon Dioxide Emissions , 2017.

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With gas phase-out in view, Europe could lose $160 billion in fuel taxes

Teslarati

JANUARY 30, 2024

With Europe’s gas phase-out plans now within view, the countries there could be set to lose significant funding from fuel taxes in the coming years. Still, the change could have some latent effects, especially as most countries get crucial revenue from taxes on gas. What about in other countries?

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Biofuel and Ag organizations call for accountable life cycle analysis for SAF tax credits, DOE to lead

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2021

In an effort to decarbonize transportation and reduce aviation emissions, Congress is considering new legislation to establish a tax credit to promote and develop robust domestic SAF production. We recognize the importance of decarbonizing the aviation sector with low carbon liquid fuels.

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Study finds running a hydrogen plane could be cheaper than traditional aircraft by 2035; requires correct policies and incentives

Green Car Congress

MAY 23, 2023

An economic study by research group Steer, and commissioned by T&E, looked at future operating costs of hydrogen planes on intra-European flights and found that they could be an efficient, cost competitive technology to decarbonize the sector, provided kerosene is taxed adequately. (If GJ—approximately €0.37/L.)

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European Emissions Regulations Drive the Toyota GR Yaris' Price Up By Almost 100 Percent

The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Europe has, and will likely remain, far more aggressive with emissions-cutting measures than we are here in the United States. Motor1 reported that the 2024 GR Yaris starts at 46,300 Euros, but its emissions add another 45,990 Euros to that price. Electric vehicles have become an unnecessarily politicized product in the U.S.,

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Denmark postpones plans to start taxing EV customers

Teslarati

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Denmark planned to start phasing out a tax-free allowance on electric vehicles (EVs) next year, though the country’s latest budget passage will officially postpone those plans. The post Denmark postpones plans to start taxing EV customers appeared first on TESLARATI.

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Norway’s Auto Sales Hit 60 Year Low After Tax Increases

CleanTechnica EVs

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

The January auto market was highly anomalous due to the new year’s introduction of tighter auto emissions and tax increases, which had pulled sales forward into December. Norway saw plugin electric vehicles take 76.3% share of the auto market in January, down from 90.5% year on year.

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Tesla and EV dominance in Norway causes shortage of fossil fuel cars to tax

Teslarati

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Tesla and other electric vehicles are beginning to dominate the roads in Norway, leaving very few internal combustion engine (ICE) cars to tax. Zero-emission cars made up 70.1% The total used imported zero-emission cars registered in October went up +62.4%, too. A tax for second-hand EV sales might be implemented as well.

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UC Davis report proposes mileage fee for EVs, maintaining fuel tax for ICEs to support road repairs

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2019

A research report submitted to the California Legislature this week by the University of California, Davis’ Institute of Transportation Studies proposes switching EVs to a mileage-based road-funding fee (road user charge, RUC) while continuing to have gasoline-powered cars pay gasoline taxes. on-board diagnostic [OBD] devices).

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Researchers say fuel market rebound effect can result in increased GHG emissions under RFS2; suggest taxes over mandates

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 8, 2016

The US Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2) is intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. Increasing the supply of low-carbon alternative fuels is a basic strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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These 5 Plugin Vehicle Models Would Benefit Most From Proposed US EV Tax Credit Update (Chart)

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 4, 2021

As we reported recently, there’s a big cleantech bill moving through the US Congress that would revive, extend, and expand the zero-emission vehicle tax credit in various ways.

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Is A Tax On Electricity (kWh) Consumed The Best Way to Supplement the Fuel Tax for Electric Vehicles?

EV Adoption

JULY 4, 2022

As sales of electric vehicles begin to reach significant numbers across the US, states are exploring approaches to replace lost tax revenue since EV drivers don’t pay fuel taxes as drivers of gas-powered cars do at gas stations. Unfortunately there is currently no simple and agreed upon best replacement for the fuel tax.

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Should Congress Lift The 200,000 Sales EV Tax Credit Cap?

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 15, 2022

Some experts argue that the current tax credit doesn't begin to address the needs for transitioning to zero emissions, all-electric transportation.

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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

Blink Charging

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

September 21 is Zero Emissions Day. Zero Emission Day September 21st is Zero Emission Day. Wallace came up with the idea to give the earth one day free from fossil fuel emissions. Eventually, Zero Emission Day turned into a full-blown movement and got its own date: September 21st. of total U.S.

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Electric company car tax explained

Drive Electric

MAY 25, 2021

The UK government slashed electric company car tax, instantly making EVs much more attractive for businesses and employees. Here we take a look at what company car tax is, what’s changed, and how it compares between different types of cars. What is company car tax? How much is company car tax? Company Car Tax bands.

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Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit

Teslarati

JULY 29, 2022

The bill allocates $369 billion for programs that help fight climate change and preserve the environment, and it also includes a number of revamped EV tax credits. The post Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit appeared first on TESLARATI. link] — @Tacuru007 (@tacuru007) July 28, 2022.

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Looking More Closely At Victoria’s Road Usage Tax For Electric Vehicles

CleanTechnica EVs

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Recently, Victoria became the first jurisdiction in the world to introduce a road usage tax for Plug In Electric Vehicles. Victorian EV owners were coerced into sending their odometer details to the government so that the tax can be calculated. Other states are planning to follow here in Australia.

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Study suggests neither cap-and-trade nor carbon tax have made significant impact on reducing GHG emissions

Green Car Congress

JULY 1, 2012

The European Union implemented a cap and trade scheme in 2005 for reducing carbon emissions; Scandinavian nations (including the non-EU state of. Norway) had independently imposed a carbon tax in the 1990s as part of their effort to reduce carbon emissions. —Freedman et al. Resources.

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Mercedes EQC, Mirai’s “minus emissions,” Bolt EUV and EV tax credit: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

And what car can you drive for “minus emissions?” Mercedes-Benz is reportedly abandoning plans to sell the EQC electric crossover in the U.S. The 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV bows, alongside a revamped Bolt EV. ” This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Study explores impact of changing gasoline and diesel taxes in Europe

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 27, 2013

Diesel is currently taxed at a lower level than gasoline in Europe; however, since 2011 the EC has been considering reversing that situation by making energy taxes systematically reflect the CO 2 performance of the energy product. A scheme including a decreased gasoline tax could bring about an increase in CO 2 emissions.

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Colorado Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Rises to $5,000

EV Life

JUNE 29, 2023

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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How to Save Big on a Tesla with Colorado’s New EV Tax Credit

EV Life

JANUARY 11, 2024

Colorado is one of the newest states looking to accelerate widespread EV adoption through aggressive financial incentives, introducing an electric vehicle tax credit for its residents in 2023. Effective July 1st, 2023, Colorado drivers purchasing new electric vehicles under $80,000 MSRP now qualify for a $5,000 EV tax credit.

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Washington state to vote on first US revenue-neutral carbon tax in November

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2016

On November 8, Washington will vote on the US’ first revenue-neutral carbon tax. If approved, Initiative 732 would establish a tax on carbon emissions at $15 per metric ton of emissions in July 2017; $25 in July 2018, and then 3.5% plus inflation each year until the tax reaches $100 per metric ton.

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Zero-Emission Truck (ZET) Coalition calls for government to prioritize investments benefiting ZETs

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 9, 2020

The National Zero-Emission Truck (ZET) Coalition, including some four dozen organizations representing the US’ major heavy truck makers, innovators, suppliers and key stakeholders, sent a letter to Congressional leadership calling on any stimulus or recovery legislative package to prioritize investments that benefit U.S.

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Pyka awarded $7M California tax credit to expand manufacturing of zero-emission autonomous aircraft

ICCT study urges taxing frequent fliers to decarbonize aviation fairly

Study finds limiting warming to 2 °C would require at least a $200/t carbon tax globally

CMU study finds taxes on emissions would result in more rapid electrification by ridesharing companies

US COVID-19 mitigation efforts resulting in significant decline in traffic, emissions and fuel-tax revenues

Germany wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels, doubts EVs will win zero emissions race

T&E: Rising use of private jets sends CO2 emissions soaring

Independent study confirms cost savings & emissions advantages for heavy-duty trucks running ClearFlame’s engine technology

California Governor signs bill exempting zero-emissions transit buses from state sales tax until 2024

California reduces tax on dimethyl ether (DME) fuel to be consistent with other alternative fuels; enabling retail sales

ICAO establishes 2050 net-zero CO2 emission goal for international aviation

Can the fossil fuel car lobby run a 2010 anti-mining tax style fear campaign in 2023? Unlikely

Lawmakers introduce bill to provide blender’s tax credit for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Study finds limited evidence that carbon tax rebates have increased public support for carbon pricing

EVs Eligible for the Clean Vehicle Tax Credit

In a US first, the oil and gas sector will pay fines for excess methane emissions

California to receive more than $236M to support transit agencies’ transition to zero-emission buses

Tata Motors urges govt to keep hybrid tax, Toyota lobbies for cut

Inflation Reduction Act mandates escalating battery critical mineral requirements to qualify for EV tax credit

T&E study finds plug-in hybrids show higher CO2 emissions than claimed

EIA: CO2 emissions from US power sector have declined 28% since 2005

With gas phase-out in view, Europe could lose $160 billion in fuel taxes

Biofuel and Ag organizations call for accountable life cycle analysis for SAF tax credits, DOE to lead

Study finds running a hydrogen plane could be cheaper than traditional aircraft by 2035; requires correct policies and incentives

European Emissions Regulations Drive the Toyota GR Yaris' Price Up By Almost 100 Percent

Denmark postpones plans to start taxing EV customers

Norway’s Auto Sales Hit 60 Year Low After Tax Increases

Tesla and EV dominance in Norway causes shortage of fossil fuel cars to tax

UC Davis report proposes mileage fee for EVs, maintaining fuel tax for ICEs to support road repairs

Researchers say fuel market rebound effect can result in increased GHG emissions under RFS2; suggest taxes over mandates

These 5 Plugin Vehicle Models Would Benefit Most From Proposed US EV Tax Credit Update (Chart)

Is A Tax On Electricity (kWh) Consumed The Best Way to Supplement the Fuel Tax for Electric Vehicles?

Should Congress Lift The 200,000 Sales EV Tax Credit Cap?

What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

Electric company car tax explained

Tesla Semi will be incredibly affordable with US’ revamped EV tax credit

Looking More Closely At Victoria’s Road Usage Tax For Electric Vehicles

Study suggests neither cap-and-trade nor carbon tax have made significant impact on reducing GHG emissions

Mercedes EQC, Mirai’s “minus emissions,” Bolt EUV and EV tax credit: Today’s Car News

Study explores impact of changing gasoline and diesel taxes in Europe

Colorado Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Rises to $5,000

How to Save Big on a Tesla with Colorado’s New EV Tax Credit

Washington state to vote on first US revenue-neutral carbon tax in November

Zero-Emission Truck (ZET) Coalition calls for government to prioritize investments benefiting ZETs

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