Aircraft

U.S.

DOE Makes $3B Commitment To Two Sustainable Aviation Fuel Projects

Alternative jet fuels are seen as key to curbing emissions from today's airplanes. The Loan Programs Office is backing SAF plants to boost U.S. supplies. Canary Media

U.S.

Flying taxis move closer to US takeoff with FAA final rule

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration said the rule recognizes electric air taxis as an entirely new type of aircraft. Energywire

Electric Vehicles

Colorado

Colorado is second in the nation in electric vehicle adoption, thanks to affordable cars and generous incentives

Colorado's main tax credit is good for $5,000 off any plug-in EV and an extra $2,500 if a model's recommended sales price is less than $35,000. Colorado Public Radio

International

China EV exports to EU soar ahead of impending tariffs

Chinese companies shipped 60,517 electric vehicles to Europe last month, up 61 percent from last year, according to customs data. Energywire

International

Europe's Electric Vehicle Woes Are a Lesson for EVs Everywhere

Stellantis is struggling, and blaming governments for not supporting electric vehicles. Workers say the problem is the CEOs, instead. The New Republic

International

Mercedes' new factory is the answer to a very common EV criticism

Located in Kuppenheim, Germany, the automaker claims that the new plant creates what it calls a "genuine circular economy" regarding its EVs. TheStreet

International

Solar Sunroofs are the Future of EVs

Every ounce of energy counts in the world of electric vehicles. The beauty of an EV solar sunroof lies in its ability to convert sunlight into usable energy for your car. North American Clean Energy

Maine

Without fast EV adoption, Maine must get creative to meet emissions goals

A state-hired consultant said the Maine Climate Council will have to turn to green hydrogen and ask its industrial sector to use more renewable energy if it can't meet its already lowered electric vehicle adoption targets by 2030. centralmaine.com

U.S.

46% of US electric vehicles owners eye gasoline vehicles again

Many new buyers are now opting for more affordable alternatives and are less willing to endure the challenges that early adopters face. This shift raises important questions about the sustainability of EV ownership in its current form. Businessday

U.S.

After Nevada lithium deal, GM eyes other sources for EV minerals supply

While the Thacker Pass JV should supply GM with a "significant" amount of its lithium, the company is open to other critical minerals deals on the continent, an executive said in an interview, Reuters

U.S.

Changing the Narrative around Electric Vehicles

As the inaugural Sustainable Future Fellow at the Alliance for a Sustainable Future, Artealia Gilliard shares how to talk about green technology. GW Today

U.S.

Electrifying the future: Why America's Battery Belt is key to affordable and reliable electric cars

To meet the increasing demand for electric vehicles and enable the transition to clean mobility, we must make EVs both affordable and reliable. Fast Company

U.S.

EV sales in the US hit a record in the third quarter; a loophole helped

Tesla faces more competition as other automakers introduce new EV models. MarketWatch

U.S.

Public EV chargers are good for the planet. They're also good for business.

This boon is due to the fact that it can take 30 minutes or more to fully charge an EV, giving drivers plenty of time to shop. Grist

U.S.

Trump Can Tap the Brakes on the EV Revolution, But Not Stop It

The easiest EV target to hit from the Oval Office would be consumer incentives, specifically tax rebates worth up to $7,500 per vehicle afforded by the Inflation Reduction Act. BNN Bloomberg

U.S.

Want to make EVs cheaper? Figure out what their used batteries are worth.

Fleet operators need better financing to make the switch to electric trucks and buses. Proving the value of second-life batteries can help make that happen. Canary Media

U.S.

Why plug-in hybrids are failing to win over EV-hesitant consumers

Automakers' hopes of easing the EV transition with plug-in hybrids may be falling short, according to a J.D. Power report. Automotive News

Fuel Cells

International

Toyota Showcases its Portable Hydrogen Cartridges for Vehicles

Designed to look like massive AA batteries, the hydrogen cartridges could also be used to power electrical devices and even homes similar to many modern EV batteries. Green Car Stocks

Heavy-duty Vehicles

Massachusetts

Massachusetts delays compliance with California heavy-duty truck law

Regulators say there aren't enough cleaner-burning engines to meet requirements. Climatewire

U.S.

24 Republican attorneys general oppose California's electric truck regulation

The attorneys general argue California's regulation impacts national transportation industries and violates the sovereignty of other states. They say the federal Clean Air Act (CAA) preempts states from establishing emission standards for motor vehicles. Ballotpedia

Medium-duty Vehicles

New York

How NYC's first solar school buses could help electric grid

They will help to manage the city's growing demand for electricity by generating clean energy and sending it to the local grid during periods of peak demand. Axios

Shipping

International

Why Ammonia Could Be the Key to Net-Zero Shipping -- And What's Holding It Back

The survey highlighted key concerns among maritime professionals, particularly regarding safety and training. gCaptain

New York

Staten Island Ferry to burn cleaner fuels as NYC transitions ferry fleet to 'renewable diesel'

Renewable diesel can produce as little as 40% of the carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxide emissions associated with traditional diesel fuel. New York Daily News