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

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The social cost of carbon has become the standard measure to benchmark the magnitude of the carbon taxes needed to implement optimal carbon policy. If we were able to measure this social cost accurately, standard Pigouvian logic tells us that the optimal tax should be such that the price of carbon is equal to this social cost.

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Jeep partnering with Electrify America to install chargers at select trailheads

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Jeep-branded EV charging stations will be installed at or near the trailheads of Jeep Badge of Honor off-road trails over the next year, allowing owners to take full-advantage of their electrified Jeep SUV. Trailhead chargers coincide with launch of 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid and will support future electrified Jeep vehicles.

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

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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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CPUC proposes revising Net Energy Metering rules to push customers to install storage with rooftop solar

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million customers to install roughly 10,000 megawatts of customer-sited renewable generation, almost all of which is rooftop solar. It also allows Net Billing customers to “oversize” their systems by up to 150% of the customer’s historical load to allow for future vehicle and appliance electrification. NEM has enabled 1.3

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First Steps to Installing EV Charging for Multifamily Dwellings

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Here is what owners and managers of multifamily residential buildings should know about installing electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). Get feedback from residents The first step in developing a plan for EV charging in a multifamily complex is to determine your current and future charging requirements. Worried about cost?

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Roadmapping Your Airport EV Charging Installation

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C climate-aligned future.” Here’s what you need to know about planning, or “roadmapping,” an EV supply equipment installation at your airport. That means that installing charging stations may require the installation of a new electrical panel, meter or even a transformer.

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Should Non-Acute Healthcare Install EV Chargers?

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Let’s dig into why independent doctor’s offices, dentists, and other types of non-acute healthcare facilities should consider installing electric vehicle charging infrastructure. By installing chargers now, you can get a head start on keeping up with potential new building requirements. Ready to get started?