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New Jersey to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035

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Earlier this week, New Jersey officials announced plans to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035. The ban is New Jersey’s effort to improve the air quality in the state. The gas car ban is New Jersey’s first step toward zero-emissions vehicles. The rule will only apply to new car sales.

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NY to award $18.9M to increase number of electric buses in state

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million for school bus operators to acquire cleaner forms of transportation with lower emissions. Under the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP) program, $16.4 million is also now available through the NYTVIP to school bus operators statewide to support the purchase of cleaner, less polluting buses.

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EPA announces $46M for latest Diesel Emissions Reduction Act funding

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Over the last three years, EPA has provided nearly $300 million in grants and rebates to modernize diesel fleets with cleaner heavy-duty trucks and equipment, according to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. Region 2 (New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, U.S. Applicants may apply until 16 March 2021. Background.

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New York to invest $127.7 million Volkswagen settlement in clean vehicles

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In addition, New York will replace or re-power older, high-polluting diesel-powered trucks, school buses, and equipment with cleaner vehicles and equipment. The funds were secured through the Attorney General’s settlement with Volkswagen in close collaboration with DEC.

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EPA announces ~$44M in DERA funding to reduce emissions from diesel engines

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Applicants may request funding to upgrade or replace diesel-powered buses, trucks, marine engines, locomotives and nonroad equipment with newer, cleaner technologies. Region 1 (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont) will accept proposals requesting up to $1,000,000 in grant funds. Background.

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News: All-Electric Semi-Trucks Making a Difference

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It will take time, investment and forward-thinking politicians and trucking companies, but every diesel burning truck that can be removed from the roadways will aid in cleaner air. The lead project partner, NFI , a third-party supply chain provider with headquarters in New Jersey.

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EPA selects 55 applicants to receive $3 billion in grant funding through Clean Ports Program – Charged EVs

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Delivering cleaner technologies and resources to US ports will slash harmful air and climate pollution while protecting people who work in and live nearby port communities.” in the first 10 years of operation—not including benefits from retiring older vehicles.

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