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

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This funding comes from DOT’s Buses and Bus Facilities Program and Low or No Emission Vehicle (Low-No) Program, helping transit agencies purchase and lease new, cleaner vehicles and renovate and construct the infrastructure needed for zero-emission transit vehicles. City of Fresno. Fresno Zero-Emissions Transition Project.

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CARB approves Electrify America’s second $200M investment in California

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In Cycle 2, Electrify America also will continue to invest in the six Cycle 1 metros: Fresno. However, the cost and complexity of installing home charging can be a barrier to ZEV adoption for some buyers, especially in low-income communities. The cost of installation will be incorporated into a monthly fee. Santa Rosa.

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Cal Energy Commission approves ~$9M for DC fast chargers; $12.6M for NGV incentives

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The California Energy Commission approved nearly $9 million in grants for the installation of DC fast chargers along major state freeways and highways to allow electric vehicle drivers to travel from San Diego to the Oregon border without worrying about running out of energy. The grants went to four companies—Chargepoint Inc.;

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Electrify America announces $200M Cycle 2 zero emission vehicle investment plan for California

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Electrify America also will continue to invest in the six Cycle 1 metros: Fresno. However, the cost and complexity of installing home charging can be a barrier to ZEV adoption for some buyers, especially in low-income communities. The cost of installation will be incorporated into a monthly fee. Santa Cruz-Watsonville.

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BMW i and EVgo expanding ChargeNow DC Fast program; 500 more fast chargers in US; no-cost DC and Level 2 for BMW i3 drivers

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As part of its ongoing commitment to the growth of a robust public DC Fast charging infrastructure, BMW is supporting EVgo’s installation of an incremental 500 DC Fast Combo chargers, to benefit BMW i3 customers and all EV drivers in the US with DC Fast Combo charging capability. Fresno, CA. Austin, TX. Boston, MA. Chicago, IL.

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EV state champion

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Perhaps most impressively, Mayor Leon was behind the forging of a partnership with EVgo that funded the installation of 10 electric vehicle (EV) chargers, and worked with Electrify America to install another twelve. I’m looking forward to the day when we’ll have a full fleet of EVs,” Leon said.

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Fresno County unveils countywide solar-powered EV charging program using Envision Solar’s EV ARC

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Both the SJVAPCD and FCRTA provided funding for the purchase and deployment of the EV ARC products, which include back-up energy storage for emergency services. The EV ARC products will provide no-cost charging for San Joaquin Valley EV drivers, helping to make electric cars more affordable for Fresno County residents.

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