The Maine Climate Council has decided to prioritize increasing the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads over green hydrogen as part of its climate action plan. The state aims to have 150,000 electric passenger vehicles on the road by 2030 to help achieve its target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 45% from 1990 levels. Concerns about the commercial viability of green hydrogen led to the council's decision to focus on EVs, with the understanding that EV adoption is crucial for meeting emissions reduction goals. The council's plan, 'Maine Won't Wait 2.0,' highlights the importance of EVs in the state's energy transition and outlines strategies to promote their adoption, including expanding charging infrastructure and prioritizing rebates for low- to middle-income individuals. Although the decision to prioritize EVs means scaling back previous targets set for EV adoption, council members believe it puts Maine ahead of the federal government's schedule for EV adoption. The council remains optimistic about the potential of green hydrogen in hard-to-electrify sectors such as heavy-duty vehicles, industry, and aviation, and recognizes it as a clean energy option for the future. 'Maine Won't Wait 2.0' builds upon the state's previous climate plan, ensuring that benefits reach all Mainers and emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach to emissions reduction and climate adaptation.