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Are We Addicted to Cars? The Case for Public Transport
Feb 14, 2024
California State Senator Scott Wiener discusses the need for better public transportation alongside the shift to cleaner cars, the new law on corporate emissions disclosure, and the potential impact of a Trump second term on the Golden State.
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- California should accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels and move towards a cleaner energy future by funding clean energy initiatives and streamlining the deployment of new technologies like EV charging infrastructure.
- Reducing car dependency and investing in public transit can help create sustainable and efficient transportation options, highlighting the need for a true statewide rail system and development of high-speed rail in California.
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California's Leadership in EV Transition
California is leading the nation in the transition to zero-emission vehicles (EVs) with one in four car sales being electric by 2023. However, Senator Scott Wiener emphasizes that there is still room for improvement. He believes that California should accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels and move towards a cleaner energy future. Wiener highlights the role of the state legislature in funding clean energy initiatives and working towards regulatory reform to streamline the deployment of new technologies like EV charging infrastructure.
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