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FTA awarding $130M in Low-No grants for zero-emission and low-emission transit buses and facilities

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In this competition, FTA focused on the introduction of new technology not commonly found within US transit systems such as advancements to propulsion systems. Eligible projects include the purchase or lease of buses powered by modern, efficient technologies. Fiscal Year 2020 Low-No bus program projects are: State. City of Tucson.

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USDOT awarding $55M to support purchase of Low-No buses; electric buses and infrastructure

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The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced $55 million in grant selections through the Low or No Emission (Low-No) Vehicle program, which funds the development of transit buses and infrastructure that use advanced fuel technologies. million for hydrogen fuel cell buses. Description.

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Progress! IRA signed into law

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or $150,000 for individuals filing jointly, for the year of the purchase or prior year. Used EV purchased at registered auto dealerships. Other exciting elements include billions for Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles, as well as the Grants to Reduce Air Pollution at Ports, and a number of alternative fuel (hydrogen, biofuels etc.)

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US DOE Awards $300 Million in Clean Cities Grants to Support Alternative Fuels, Vehicles, and Infrastructure Development

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Like the Recovery Act-funded projects, the annual Clean Cities projects include grants for vehicles, infrastructure, and education. The project will result in expanded availability of alternative fuels with 17 new CNG and E85 fueling stations and 63 electric vehicle charging stations. Total DOE award: $14,999,658.

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US DOT Awards $100M in Recovery Act Funds to 43 Transit Projects to Reduce Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Transit agencies began submitting their proposals after the FTA announced rules for the Transit Investments for Greenhouse Gas and Energy Reduction (TIGGER) grant program as part of the Recovery Act last March. Since President Obama signed ARRA into law in February, grants totaling more than $7.2 The DOT is making $48.1

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Gas War: U.S. House Suggests Ending California Emissions Authority, White House Says Nope

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Those who want an electric vehicle and can afford it have every right to purchase one. People shouldn't be compelled to purchase them. From Automotive News : The White House noted Congress gave California authority to regulate emissions from vehicles more than 50 years ago, but did not issue a veto threat.