At crossover in the Maryland General Assembly, Inside Climate News reports that lawmakers are backsliding on climate commitments and statutory obligations. United's Ryan Gallentine spoke on behalf of the clean energy industry and criticized legislation that would delay enforcement of the Advanced Clean Cars II and Advanced Clean Trucks standards, noting delayed enforcement creates a negative feedback loop.
Inside Climate News: Maryland Lawmakers Show Support for Bills Favoring Fossil Fuels, Jeopardizing Climate Commitments
Topics: United In The News, Electric Vehicles, Ryan Gallentine, Maryland
The Washington Post: ‘Just Causing Havoc’ - Transportation Department Suspends EV Charger Program
The Washington Post reports on President Trump's halt on the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, a $5 billion initiative to expand EV charging stations across America. United's Ryan Gallentine urged state transportation agencies and program administrators to continue EV project development until new guidance is finalized.
Topics: United In The News, Electric Vehicles, Ryan Gallentine
Bloomberg: Trump Administration Halts Program to Expand US EV Chargers
With the recent suspension of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, the Federal Highway Administration has directed states to decertify their implementation plans, halting construction of new EV charging stations and placing existing projects at risk. Bloomberg quoted United's Ryan Gallentine, who stated that the order has created enormous uncertainty for billions of dollars that both states and private companies have invested in EV infrastructure.
Topics: United In The News, Electric Vehicles, Ryan Gallentine
Tennessee Lookout: Analysts - Trump May Roll Back EV Tax Credits, Putting Tennessee Industry on Uncertain Ground
Tennessee is seeing manufacturing expansion since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in 2022, but under the Trump-Vance administration, it's unclear how the electric vehicle (EV) sector will fare in the coming years. United's Harry Godfrey spoke to Tennessee Lookout about the value EV tax credits provide to manufacturing growth in the state.
Topics: United In The News, Electric Vehicles, Harrison Godfrey, Tennessee
The Virginian-Pilot: Column - Why I Chose an EV, and Why Virginia Needs More of Them
Virginia's Clean Cars Standard will help facilitate adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) across the state, reducing the risks of long-term environmental impacts. United’s Jim Purekal shares his experience with The Virginia-Pilot of purchasing an EV as a second car, and why the state should do more to work toward a cleaner future by facilitating adoption of EVs.
Topics: Advanced Transportation, Virginia, United In The News, Electric Vehicles, Jim Purekal
CBS 21: State Legislators Enforce Need for Electric School Buses Statewide
CBS 21 reports on a press conference held at the Pennsylvania State Capitol where state legislators and clean energy advocates came together to discuss the benefits of electric school buses and push for the passing of House Bill 1542, which would establish a statewide electric school bus grant program. The article quotes United's Nick Bibby who spoke to the cost savings for school districts that utilize electric buses.
Topics: United In The News, Pennsylvania, Electric Vehicles, Electric school buses
Legislators Get a Ride on Pennsylvania’s New Electric School Buses
Joint statement from Pennsylvania Electric School Bus Coalition and Representative Brandon Markosek on school bus ride-alongs for HB1542
HARRISBURG, PA – Pennsylvania legislators got to experience the future of clean energy firsthand today, courtesy of the Steelton-Highspire School District’s electric school bus fleet, recently acquired using U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Clean School Bus Program funding.
Advocates and legislators urged Pennsylvania House leaders to pass legislation to fund a statewide electric school bus grant program to expand access to these cleaner, cheaper, and healthier transportation alternatives. Legislation that would create a new electric school bus program, HB 1542, has already passed out of committee, but now faces the crucial step of being brought to the House floor for a vote.
Topics: Press Releases, Pennsylvania, Electric Vehicles
Tech Brew: Here’s How EVs Could Actually Make the US Electric Grid More Resilient
Tech Brew discusses how electric vehicles (EVs) could enhance the resilience of the U.S. electric grid. In the article, United's Ryan Gallentine underlines that, with proper management, EVs could potentially be an additive resource for the grid, providing valuable support during peak periods or outages.
Topics: Advanced Transportation, United In The News, Electric Vehicles, Ryan Gallentine
The Sentinel: Electric Vehicles Tick Up in Carlisle but Can Charging Stations Meet Demand?
Pennsylvania news outlet The Sentinel reports on the growing trend of electric vehicles in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and the importance of expanding EV charging infrastructure to support the transition to clean energy. The article quotes United's Nick Bibby who states that utility companies must be proactive in upgrading their grid distribution infrastructure to meet the rising demand.
Topics: United In The News, Pennsylvania, Electric Vehicles
RealClear Pennsylvania: The Time to Prepare for the EV Transition in Pennsylvania is Now
In an opinion column featured in RealClear Pennsylvania United's Nick Bibby urges the Pennsylvania General Assembly to pass House Bill 1240, which would require utilities to plan for electric vehicle charging infrastructure to support the growing demand for EVs and protect Pennsylvania consumers.
Topics: United In The News, Pennsylvania, Electric Vehicles