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Navigating Clean Energy Politics
This chapter examines the political landscape affecting clean energy initiatives and electric vehicles (EVs), focusing on California's legislative history and the different treatment of renewable sources versus fossil fuels. It discusses the challenges faced by legacy automakers in adapting to a shifting market and the impact of partisan politics on public perception of EVs. Additionally, the chapter highlights the interplay between manufacturing subsidies, economic implications, and the urgent need for coherent transportation policies amidst polarized debates.
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