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U.S. Department of Energy Announces $18.6 Million for Projects to Advance Clean Transportation Across America |
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $18.6 million for 15 projects that will drive innovation in equitable clean transportation and provide first responders with the tools they need to properly respond to calls involving zero emission vehicles. The funding will expand DOE’S Clean Cities and Communities work to make clean transportation options more available, accessible, and affordable nationwide.
Projects will partner with over 45 of DOE’s Clean Cities and Communities across more than 30 states to implement clean transportation projects in urban, suburban, and rural communities. The new investments support partnerships with local coalitions to provide outreach and technical assistance training to local communities, safety training and resources for emergency responders transitioning to zero-emission and electric vehicles, and support for demonstration and deployment of innovative clean transportation technologies.
“It is critical to address energy justice at every step of the way along our national transition to clean energy, especially in transportation, where the financial burden is disproportionately high for many households,” said Jeff Marootian, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. “These investments support national strategies to ensure we are building communities that can provide clean, safe, affordable transportation options for everyone.”
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