PennDOT Announces First Round of NEVI Funding to Building EV Charging Infrastructure
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced its first round of conditional awards for National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) funding.
After One Year, the Inflation Reduction Act is Spurring Private Investments in the Electric Vehicle Industry
One year ago, on August 16, 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), creating generational levels of investment in transportation electrification and a seismic shift in the future of transportation.
August 17—Educating Employees: Workforce Development & EVITP Partnerships
Join the Electrification Coalition on August 17 to spotlight how different organizations are creating a solid foundation for an electric future, through qualified electrician training and apprenticeships.
Andrew Wishnia, Former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Climate Policy, Joins the Electrification Coalition Board of Directors
The Electrification Coalition (EC) proudly announces that Andrew Wishnia has joined its Board of Directors. Wishnia is a Partner at Cityfi and most recently served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Climate Policy with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) under the Biden-Harris administration.
Electrification Coalition: Automakers’ Joint Investment in EV Charging Infrastructure Will Boost the EV Market
Today, seven automakers announced a joint investment of at least $1 billion to build 30,000 fast charging stations.
Electrification Coalition: Allocating $125 Million for Clean School Buses, Michigan Lawmakers Invest in Students’ Health and Education
Last night, the Michigan state legislature passed a K-12 state education budget that includes $125 million for school districts to modernize their bus fleets by transitioning to clean school buses, the vast majority of which are expected to be electric.
Georgia Businesses Support EPA’s Proposed Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Fourteen Georgia businesses have signed a letter, alongside businesses from states nationwide, endorsing the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rule for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3.
Florida Businesses Support EPA’s Proposed Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Twenty-one Florida businesses have signed a letter, alongside businesses from states nationwide, endorsing the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rule for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3.
Electrification Coalition Releases Report on Freight Electrification Pilot Programs
The Electrification Coalition (EC) has released a report, Piloting the Transition to Freight Electrification: Lessons Learned in Electrifying On-Road Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, examining the pilot projects of several large national and international companies to electrify their medium- and heavy-duty fleet vehicles.
AB 262, Signed by Nevada Gov. Lombardo, Will Save Money, Reduce Pollution and Protect National Security
AB 262, also known as the Clean Fleets bill, has just been signed by Gov. Joe Lombardo. The new law will require the State of Nevada to consider the total cost of ownership of vehicles when making fleet procurement decisions.
Electrification Coalition: With New Battery Plant, Georgia Cements EV Manufacturing Leadership
Georgia has strengthened its leadership in electric vehicle manufacturing with an announcement last week that Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy will partner to build another battery plant in Bryan County.
CALSTART 2023 National Conference
Join us for CALSTART’s 2023 National Conference in San Diego, CA, on May 17, 2023, where we will discuss the next 30 years of clean transportation!
Electrification Coalition: $400 Million in EPA Clean School Bus Grants Will Protect Children’s Public Health
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $400 million in grants for clean school buses, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Electrification Coalition Celebrates Introduction of Michigan Clean Fuel Standard Bill
Today, Michigan Senate Democrats introduced legislation to establish a Clean Fuel Standard, which would mandate a 25% reduction in the carbon intensity of the state’s transportation fuels by 2035.
Electrification Coalition: EPA Emission Standards Ensure U.S. Leadership in Global Shift to Electric Transportation
The Environmental Protection Agency is releasing today a proposed rule that updates vehicle emissions standards, which will steer the nation to instead adopt cleaner vehicles like electric vehicles, greatly accelerating the electrification of our nation’s transportation systems.
Electrification Coalition: Proposed Guidance on Federal EV Tax Credit Sourcing Provisions Gives Direction for Auto Manufacturers While Creating a Pathway to a Diversified Supply Chain
Today, the Treasury Department released the proposed guidance for the sourcing provision requirements on the federal clean vehicle tax credit, which includes electric vehicles (EVs).
White House announces Charge@Work program from the Electrification Coalition, CALSTART, Forth, and EVHybridNoire
Today, the White House highlighted the Charge@Work program as part of its EV Acceleration Challenge to meet the Biden administration’s goal of having electric vehicles (EVs) account for 50 percent of all new vehicle sales in the United States by 2030.
Electrification Coalition: Georgia’s Proposed EV Charging Tax Would Be Highest in the Nation, Hurting Consumers
In the Georgia legislature, two bills would seriously impact how electric vehicle (EV) drivers pay to plug in at public charging stations. Senate Bill 146 and House Bill 406 would authorize a new excise tax on EV charging of approximately 3.5 cents per kWh, in addition to the more than $200 annual EV registration fee.
New Analysis: Florida Taxpayers Could Save $277 Million Via a ‘Total Cost of Ownership’ Approach to Vehicle Procurement
A new joint report from Advanced Energy United and the Electrification Coalition estimates up to $277 million in savings for Florida taxpayers when vehicles’ lifetime fuel and maintenance costs are considered.
First Round of $2.5 Billion in EV Charging Infrastructure Grants Now Available through Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Program
Today, the Biden Administration, Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Energy (DOE), Joint Office, and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provided more details on how the $2.5 billion Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program will be dispersed over five years.
Electrification Coalition: President’s Budget Provides the EV Funding We Need
Today, the Biden administration released its budget proposal, which includes sustained and strong funding commitments for electrifying our transportation sector.
Electrification Coalition: Major Announcements on Charging Infrastructure Propel EV Drivers to Confidence
Today, major announcements from the White House, Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Energy (DOE), Joint Office, and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) are collectively enabling the build-out of a nationwide network of EV charging stations.
Electrification Coalition Releases EV Funding Finder Tool
User-friendly, interactive web tool allows eligible entities to find and apply for electric transportation federal funding opportunities Contact: Noah Barnes, Electrification Coalitionnbarnes@electrificationcoalition.org, (202) 461-2371 WASHINGTON—The Electrification Coalition (EC) is proud to announce the release of the EV Funding Finder, a tool to identify federal transportation electrification funding opportunities, made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and […]
Electrification Coalition and SAFE Release Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Implementation Guide
The Electrification Coalition and SAFE have released the V2X Implementation Guide: Implementation Guide and Mutual Aid Agreement Template for Using Vehicle-to-Everything-Enabled Electric School Buses as Mobile Power Units to Enhance Resilience During Emergencies.
Businesses Urge Governor Whitmer to Commit to Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
A group of 20 business leaders have signed on to a letter urging Governor Gretchen Whitmer to accelerate the transition to electric medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) vehicles by adopting the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) and Heavy-Duty Omnibus (HDO) rules.
Electrification Coalition: Transportation Decarbonization Blueprint is a Positive Step Toward Reducing Dependence on Oil
On Tuesday, the Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Transportation, and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development jointly released the U.S. National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization.
Electrification Coalition Applauds Treasury, IRS for Releasing Initial Clarifying Information on the Planned Implementation of the New EV Tax Credit Provisions
On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released three key pieces of clarifying information for consumers, businesses and other entities seeking to utilize the tax credits for the purchase or lease of EVs.
Electrification Coalition: Historic Investments to Electrify USPS Fleet Will Reduce Dependence on Oil, Protect National Security
Contact: Noah Barnes, Electrification Coalitionnbarnes@electrificationcoalition.org, (202) 461-2371 WASHINGTON—Today, the Biden-Harris administration announced an investment of $9.6 billion to electrify the U.S. Postal Service’s delivery fleet over the next five years. Electrification Coalition Executive Director Ben Prochazka responded: “Our nation’s dependence on oil for transportation has led to many national security risks, so our federal government […]
Businesses Urge Governor Pritzker to Commit to Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
A group of 16 business leaders have signed on to a letter urging Governor J. B. Pritzker to accelerate the transition to electric medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) vehicles by adopting the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) and Heavy-Duty Omnibus (HDO) rules.
Guest Post: Unlock Electrification at Scale by Harmonizing Fleets with the Grid
Guest post by Courtney Ehrlichman, Head of Strategy, Panasonic Smart Mobility Office