Congressman DeSaulnier Advocates for Federal Investment in Electric Vehicles
Key Ideas
- Congressman DeSaulnier highlights the importance of electric vehicles in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
- He emphasizes the economic benefits of electric vehicles, such as saving drivers money on gas annually.
- The suspension of the NEVI Formula Program by the Trump Administration is criticized for hindering progress in the fight against climate change and impacting American drivers negatively.
- DeSaulnier urges for a strong federal investment in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure to ensure the U.S. remains competitive in the global EV market and addresses climate change effectively.
Congressman DeSaulnier expressed his disappointment with the Trump Administration's decision to suspend the implementation of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. He stressed the crucial role electric vehicles (EVs) play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combatting climate change while also benefiting drivers economically. Drawing from his experience in California's transportation committees and the Clean Corridors Act, he advocated for federal investment in EV charging infrastructure to make hydrogen fuel cell and electric battery-powered cars more accessible and affordable. DeSaulnier highlighted the importance of American competitiveness in the global EV market, citing China's substantial lead in EV sales and public charge points. He called for the Secretary of Transportation to reverse the suspension of State Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment plans to ensure progress in the fight against climate change and to support economic growth while maintaining global competitiveness.
Topics
Policy
Power
Infrastructure
Climate Change
Innovation
Transportation
Job Creation
Economic Growth
Global Competitiveness
Latest News
3
Innovative Wastewater Plant in Mannheim Pioneers Climate-Neutral Methanol Production for Marine Fuel
Transportation | an hour ago