Does this new EV lobby coalition have a name? Yes, Zero Emission Transportation Association
Who is in Zero Emission Transportation Association ?
- major U.S. utilities: ConEdison, Duke Energy, PG&E
- Tesla
- Uber
- EV charging companies: Chargepoint and EVgo,
- Automakers: Lordstown Motors, Rivian and Lucid Motors
- Battery makers: Albemarle Corp, Piedmont Lithium and Siemens
What are its policy goals?
- boost consumer electric vehicle incentives
- encourage the retirement of gasoline-powered vehicles
- support tougher emissions and performance standards
- enable full electrification by 2030
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