Caltrans asks for $225 million to replace heavy fleet; subcommittee orders overdue report within 30 days Caltrans requested a one‑time $225 million appropriation to replace aging medium‑ and heavy‑duty vehicles and build zero‑emission charging infrastructure. The committee demanded the statutorily required report under Government Code 14108 within 30 days before it will fully consider the request.

Caltrans is seeking a hefty $225 million to revamp its aging fleet and boost zero-emission vehicle infrastructure, but a key Senate committee is demanding overdue reports before moving forward.

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Brookline adopts municipal decarbonization roadmap and an EV‑first fleet policy to qualify for state Climate Leaders funding The Select Board voted to adopt a municipal decarbonization roadmap and a fleet electrification policy that prioritizes zero‑emission vehicles where feasible (with exemptions for emergency and snow‑response vehicles). Staff said the roadmap covers 41 town buildings (22 prioritized) and noted the fleet has risen from 1 to 34 fully electric vehicles since 2022.

Brookline is taking a giant leap towards sustainability by adopting a decarbonization roadmap and electrifying its fleet, skyrocketing from just 1 to 34 electric vehicles in just one year!

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Fleet managers warn EV mandates are unaffordable and cite funding and market constraints; workforce pipeline efforts underway Fleet staff told supervisors the county faces major barriers to electrifying its fleet — funding for chargers, regulatory mismatches and limited vehicle availability — and described workforce development steps including internships and community‑college partnerships to staff maintenance needs.

Santa Clara County fleet managers reveal that transitioning to zero-emission vehicles is hindered by funding woes and regulatory challenges, but they're building a skilled workforce to meet future demands.

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CTE board: 14 NOFA applicants, first ZEV reimbursement, awards approved for Core Transit and RTD The Clean Transit Enterprise reported 14 NOFA applications requesting more than $37 million and reimbursed its first completed 0-emission vehicle project (Laredon Hall). The board approved a grant to Core Transit and a $9.25 million formula award to RTD; both motions passed unanimously.

The Clean Transit Enterprise is making waves with over $37 million in grant requests and the first reimbursement for zero-emission vehicles, setting the stage for a greener transit future in Colorado!

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Canadian Auto Industry Urges Repeal of Federal Electric Vehicle Mandate Amid Sales Decline | AI News Brew OTTAWA — The Canadian automotive industry is intensifying its efforts to persuade the federal government to repeal its electric vehicle (EV) sales mandate, citing declining sales and the impacts of an

Canadian Auto Industry Urges Repeal of Federal Electric Vehicle Mandate Amid Sales Decline
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News from E+E Leader 🚗⚡ Big shakeup in U.S. EV policy!

Vermont, Maryland, Virginia, and California have paused or adjusted their EV mandates, citing market realities, slow infrastructure… http://dlvr.it/TKw6Nv #EVPolicy #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #ZeroEmissionVehicles #CleanTransportation

California budget proposal cuts funding for emission vehicle programs and raises Cal Fire budget Budget proposal eliminates funding for zero emission vehicles while increasing Cal Fire's allocation.

California's budget debates are heating up as lawmakers clash over funding cuts for zero-emission vehicles, raising alarms about the state's environmental future.

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Board considers policy shift to 80% funding for zero emission bus grants Board discusses simplifying grant process by increasing funding percentage for zero emission buses.

The Clean Transit Enterprise Board is contemplating a significant shift in funding policy that could redefine how zero-emission transit vehicles are supported, sparking a heated debate on the future of clean transportation.

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Savage and Symbio are partnering to launch hydrogen fuel cell vehicles for drayage, marking a significant step towards decarbonization in the drayage sector.

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California task force addresses funding challenges for future transit service expansion Task force discusses transit funding scenarios and the need for clearer service level goals.

California's Transit Transformation Task Force reveals shocking funding gaps that could threaten the future of zero-emission transit systems!

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Oregon just crossed an historic, environmental benchmark - Columbia Insight In 2013, only 300 electric vehicles were registered in Oregon. Then Gov. John Kitzhaber made a major promise

Oregon just crossed an historic, environmental benchmark.
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Maryland Senate Bill 149 allocates funds for transit and climate initiatives Senate Bill 149 funds zero-emission vehicle programs and climate change initiatives across Maryland.

Maryland's Senate Bill 149 is set to revolutionize transportation and climate initiatives, focusing on zero-emission vehicles and equitable community support.

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Vermont joins 10 states in advancing clean truck regulations for zero emission vehicles Vermont collaborates with 10 states to implement advanced clean truck regulations promoting electric vehicles.

Vermont is leading the charge alongside nine other states to revolutionize the trucking industry with advanced clean truck regulations aimed at zero-emission vehicles!

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🌍 1/2 The global road transport sector cannot emit more than 210 Gt CO2 between 2020-2050 and still limit warming to 2°C. Our 2021 baseline scenario projected 275 Gt—but progress is accelerating through policies and commitments worldwide. #CleanTransport #ZeroEmissionVehicles #Sustainability

EPA Approves California Plan to Ban Sales of Gas Cars by 2035

EPA granted California the authority to transition the state toward zero-emission vehicles...

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Reducing emissions costs less than inaction | Pembina Institute CALGARY — Monica Curtis, Senior Director of Communities and Decarbonization at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to today’s news release and sharing of data by…

Recent heavy rains in southern Ontario highlight the urgent need to decarbonize. Investing in charging infrastructure and establishing incentives for purchasing #ZeroEmissionVehicles is a crucial step toward a #NetZero future.

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