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Breathing in Harm: The Toll of Freight Pollution in California

Expert BlogLos Angeles, Long Beach, CaliforniaGuillermo A. Ortiz

Diesel trucks, making up just 6 percent of vehicles in California, are responsible for a disproportionate amount of harmful emissions, severely impacting communities near freight routes like those in the Inland Empire.

U.S. Is Now a Global Leader in Attracting EV Investments

Expert BlogUnited StatesJordan Brinn, Dr. Simon Mui

Since President Biden took office, investments in electric vehicle and battery manufacturing in the United States have skyrocketed to $312 billion, more than any other country.

Road Testing Electric Mobility in Rural India

Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra, Charlotte Steiner
Owning a two-wheeler in villages is not just for transportation, it is a symbol of independence, providing economic freedom and improved access to markets and small businesses.  As India strives to meet transportation needs in rural areas, there is a…

RAISE Grants Raise the Bar

Expert BlogUnited StatesJohn Bailey

It will be a great day when programs like RAISE are the norm and not the exception.

A Zero-Emissions Future for U.S. Freight

Expert BlogUnited StatesGuillermo A. Ortiz

The Biden administration set a national zero-emission freight goal, targeting cleaner air and climate leadership. 

Colorado Legislative Roundup: 2024

Expert BlogColoradoAlana Miller

This legislative session, Colorado once again solidified its place as a climate leader by taking on new and innovative approaches to reduce emissions and protect the environment.

CTC Lets Flawed Yolo 80 Project Cut the Line

Expert BlogCalifornia, SacramentoCarter Rubin

CTC's $105M highway widening grant shows it has lost the plot when it comes to following Governor Newsom’s and the Legislature’s stated climate directives.

Bill Passes to Power Up Colorado

Expert BlogColoradoMax Baumhefner, Alana Miller

Senate Bill 218 passes to ensure Colorado’s utilities meet growing customer demand for electric cars, trucks, homes, and appliances.