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As part of its second annual zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicle display in Washington, D.C., CALSTART, joined by National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi, congressional leaders on clean transportation, United Steelworkers, and zero-emission vehicle manufacturers (Rivian, Lion Electric, Blue Bird Corporation, & Nikola) celebrated American-made heavy-duty technology on Capitol Hill last week. The event showcased the diverse and market-ready technologies helping to accelerate the transition to cleaner transportation, and highlighted the historic progress bringing clean energy manufacturing investments and jobs back to the United States. The impressive line-up of speakers (see below) included members of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition, the bicameral Electrification Caucus, and representatives from industry, labor, climate, and health organizations. View the livestreamed press conference here: https://bit.ly/4dcOnys Sen Ed Markey (MA) Rep Paul Tonko (NY-20) Rep Nanette Barragán (CA-44) Rep Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) Rep Jared Huffman (CA-02) Rep Doris Matsui (CA-07) Trisha Dello Iacono, Head of Policy, CALSTART Salim Youssefzadeh, CEO, WattEV, Inc. Zach Friedman, Senior Director of Federal Policy, Ceres, Inc. Nate Baguio, Senior Vice-President, Commercial Development, Lion Electric Julie Kimmel, Manager, Editorial & Member Cultivation, Moms Clean Air Force and daughter, Margot Roy Houseman, Legislative Director, United Steelworkers (USW) John Thomas, Chief Performance Officer, District Department of Transportation, Zero-Emission Truck Driver

"As we focus this week on the National Drive Electric Week events throughout the U.S., let's not only celebrate our accomplishments, but also solidify our commitments to a zero-emission future. In this together, from across the public and private sectors, our commitment to a cleaner future grows stronger," said Stacey Simms, PMP, Senior Director of Clean Fuels and Infrastructure Initiative, CALSTART. Market accelerating programs, like the California Energy Commission's Communities in Charge project, offer incentives for deploying #EV charging stations—available for project sites like schools, health care centers, local businesses, and communities. Interested applicants are encouraged to join the mailing list to receive information on future funding opportunities. Who’s ready to advance #electricvehicle adoption with supportive charging #infrastructure? Let's #DriveElectric, #California, together! #NationalDriveElectricWeek Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gG67qZ_T

Join us on October 10 in Brunswick, GA, for Electric Highways and Harbors: a free medium- and heavy-duty electrification workshop hosted by the Electrification Coalition. Jared Schnader, Senior Director of the Bus Initiative at CALSTART, will moderate a panel on MHD Vehicle Electrification and Electric School Bus Deployment. This event will convene leaders in the fleet electrification space across the Southeast, focusing on operations based in Florida and Georgia. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to unpack the challenges and opportunities associated with electrifying your fleet operations and learn more about how to move forward in your electrification journey. Learn more https://ow.ly/MNTc50TzhzJ

The ZET Ahead Dashboard provides policymakers, industry, and advocates alike with a snapshot of the actions driving success in states committed to a rapid transition to #ZeroEmission #trucks (ZETs) and buses. The ZET Ahead dashboard tracks six market dimensions (targets, regulations, vehicle incentives, infrastructure, innovative policy, and planning) inclusive of subcategories we’re calling success factors, which represent a set of known actions that can be taken to help progress that market dimension. This dashboard is a part of CALSTART’s broader effort to chart and aggressively pursue a course to move beyond diesel #pollution in the #CommercialVehicle sector throughout the United States. From vehicle incentives to #infrastructure planning – see how states are paving the way for zero-emission #MHDVs! Explore the #ZET Ahead Dashboard to learn more: https://ow.ly/v51L50TzZzF. ⚡🌎

The #NASEOAnnualMeeting in #NewYork is around the corner, and it's time to register! ⏰ 🎤 See CALSTART's Michael Joseph speak on Monday, September 30 on the session "Heavy-Duty Freight Electrification and Electric Utility Collaboration." The session is designed to present states with the latest technology, best practices, lessons learned, and available tools to support State Energy Offices in planning for freight #electrification, including increased electricity demand and new charging infrastructure needs. Michael Joseph leads #infrastructure strategy and planning within CALSTART’s Clean Fuels and Infrastructure Initiative. He has worked as a transportation professional and researcher at the California Transportation Commission and as a transportation planner and research manager for advocacy organizations in the sector and within academia. Learn from the wise at NASEO's Annual Meeting. Register now: https://ow.ly/OSEl50TmlGB

The ZET Ahead Dashboard is CALSTART's new tool that provides policymakers, industry, and advocates alike with a snapshot of the actions driving success in states committed to a rapid transition to zero-emission trucks (ZETs) and buses.  The ZET Ahead dashboard tracks six market dimensions (targets, regulations, vehicle incentives, infrastructure, innovative policy, and planning) inclusive of subcategories we’re calling success factors, which represent a set of known actions that can be taken to help progress that market dimension. It is a part of CALSTART’s broader effort to chart and aggressively pursue a course to move beyond diesel #pollution in the #CommercialVehicle sector throughout the United States.   So, which states are #ZETTINGAHEAD on #ZeroEmission trucks, buses, and supporting #infrastructure? Find out in CALSTART's new #ZETAhead Dashboard – tracking key actions that are driving success in the transition to zero-emission trucks and buses! https://ow.ly/oVuB50Tvr55

CALSTART's Trisha DelloIacono recently spoke at a press conference on Capitol Hill alongside representatives from government, industry, labor, climate & health orgs to showcase the diverse and market-ready technologies helping to accelerate the transition to cleaner transportation. Watch the video here: https://bit.ly/4dcOnys

Today, the Bloomberg Global Business Forum returned to NYC as part of Climate Week. CALSTART’s Trisha DelloIacono Mary Jo W. Stephanie Kodish were honored to be in the room with leaders to outline progress that must be made by the public and private sectors to meet our climate goals. As President Biden of the The White Houset told the audience: “It’s a perfect time to go big.” We couldn’t agree more. Now is the time to go big & bold when it comes to decarbonizing our economy. Many thanks to Mike Bloomberg for convening such an impressive group of public policy, business, technology & finance leaders who are—indeed—ready to go big! And a shout-out to our friends in the audience including Heather McTeer Toney & Robert Bullard.

One highlight of our development team’s recent retreat in #KansasCity was the opportunity to have a #MadeinUSA experience at our member Orange EV’s new manufacturing facility & office. We were treated to a ride-and-drive tour led by Jason Drake, VP of Legal and Regulatory Affairs. One impressive fact about #OrangeEV: it became the first U.S. company to build, commercially deploy, and service 100% electric Class 8 Heavy Duty trucks.  

We are excited to announce the launch of our #ZETAheadDashboard, a powerful tool designed to provide policymakers, industry leaders, and advocates with a snapshot of progress in states working toward a zero-emission future in #transportation. This tool tracks critical advancements across six key market dimensions: Targets, #Regulations, Vehicle Incentives, #Infrastructure, Innovative #Policy, and Planning. With the dashboard, you can explore how states are leading the charge, adopting innovative policies, and creating a roadmap for #ZeroEmission transportation! As part of CALSTART's broader effort to move beyond diesel in the #CommercialVehicle sector, the dashboard will continue to evolve, providing updates and insights on how states are progressing toward their goals. Explore the ZET Ahead Dashboard now and see how your state measures up! https://ow.ly/fwcX50TuiY8