The emergence of a new Administration that is openly antagonistic to clean energy policies threatens to slow the crucial adoption of zero-emission transportation, and upend the pathway to reduce harmful pollution and reach lifesaving decarbonization goals. Despite these setbacks, the U.S. still needs to rapidly electrify its transportation system to avoid the worst impacts of climate change, improve air quality, curb pollution, protect human health, and remain globally competitive. The good news is that federal rollbacks are not the end of the road. State and local level action remain some of the most potent tools to advance electrified transportation. Leaders in states and cities still have the opportunity deliver policies that are resilient to shifting federal headwinds and achieve critical benefits for their communities. As decision makers and advocates adjust to a more challenging political landscape, the path forward may seem daunting. That’s why Western Resource Advocates’ new report, The Ambition Road Map, outlines key state- and local-level transportation electrification policies in three categories, provides 18 specific examples, and shares detailed case studies to break down how these programs are developed, funded, and implemented.
The transition to clean, zero-emission transportation is more urgent than ever, and states and cities have the power to get in the driver’s seat and lead this effort. The Ambition Road Map is your guide to get started.
