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More Electric Vehicle Rebates in Massachusetts! $2 million in rebates added!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Electric Vehicle Rebates Get an Additional $2M (Thanks to the Sierra Club for this information!) Great news! Massachusetts has added $2M to the Massachusetts Electric Vehicle (EV) rebate program. …

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Transportation,Electric Vehicles, EV

0 replies | 890 views | Posted on: 02/12/2016 | Last updated: 02/12/2016

Batteries Vs. Fuel Cells

by JackSawyer // Student

Although many believe that battery electric vehicles have overshadowed fuel cells and for good reason, as they appear to be both more efficient and better for the environment, results are coming out t…

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: clean energy,Electric Vehicles,hydrogen,cars,politics,tests,media

1 replies | 2510 views | Posted on: 05/28/2016 | Last updated: 10/08/2017

Promising Growth for Electric Vehicles but will it Continue?

by JackSawyer // Student

Eleven years ago there were a few hundred electric vehicle on the planet, today there are 400,000. This is a big growth spurt for EV adoption, but if we are to reach goals set by individual countries …

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Climate Change,clean energy,Electric Vehicles,vehicles,temperature,renewables

0 replies | 4442 views | Posted on: 06/11/2016 | Last updated: 02/13/2017

Volkswagen to Redirect its Focus onto the Electric Vehicle Market

by JackSawyer // Student

Volkswagen, the car manufacturer that was caught for cheating emission tests last year, plans to redirect its business into the electric vehicle market. By targeting this segment, Volkswagen is attemp…

Filed under: Environment

Keywords: Errors and Emissions,Electric Vehicles,cars,vehicles,market,Volkswagen,Batteries,Electric Batteries,company

0 replies | 1554 views | Posted on: 07/10/2016 | Last updated: 07/10/2016

What is in Store for Elon Musk's Second Master Plan

by JackSawyer // Student

Elon Musk announced via Twitter this Sunday (July 10th, 2016) that he plans to unveil his second master plan for Tesla. His first master plan involved four general goals, those being; build a sports c…

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Energy,clean energy,Solar,Renewable Energy,Tesla,Electric Vehicles,cars,Elon Musk,SolarCity,Solar Panels

0 replies | 1314 views | Posted on: 07/11/2016 | Last updated: 07/14/2016

Sierra Club’s Guide to Low-Cost EV Vehicle Options

by Higgins_James // Student

It’s an exciting technological and environmental shift that nearly every major car distributor now carries a line of battery-electric cars or hybrids. And these vehicles are getting more affordable…

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: clean energy,Environment,Sustainable Transportation,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 2680 views | Posted on: 07/21/2016 | Last updated: 11/03/2016

Tesla's Master Plan II Revealed

by JackSawyer // Student

Elon Musk has revealed the second master plan for his electric car company Tesla - although in a couple years it may be a lot more than a car company. I made a prediction on what Elon's plan might ent…

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: clean energy,Solar,Renewable Energy,Tesla,Sustainable Transportation,Electric Vehicles,Elon Musk,Automation,Electric,Master Plan

0 replies | 2072 views | Posted on: 07/22/2016 | Last updated: 07/22/2016

Electric Car Charging Stations Surpass Gas Stations in Japan

by JackSawyer // Student

A survey conducted by Nissan has found that there are now more electric charging stations than gas stations in Japan. The survey revealed that there are more than 40,000 electric stations in compariso…

Filed under: Transportation

Keywords: Survey,Japan,Electric Vehicles,Charging stations,nissan

0 replies | 1874 views | Posted on: 08/09/2016 | Last updated: 08/09/2016

The Exponential Growth of Electric Vehicle Adoption

by JackSawyer // Student

The rise of electric car companies like Tesla, growing fears of climate change, and tougher policies on emissions have culminated in a growing attention on the electric vehicle industry. And the EV in…

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: Fossil Fuel Industry,Renewable Energy,Electric Vehicles,Battery

0 replies | 1671 views | Posted on: 09/02/2016 | Last updated: 09/02/2016

Check out an EV FREE Saturday 9/17 at Sustainable Wellesley's Drive Electric Week Celebration

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Are you considering going electric? Sustainable Wellesley invites you to the Drive Electric Week celebration on Saturday, September 17th from 9-11am in the parking lot at the Wellesley Farmers’ …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Electric Vehicles,Sustanability

0 replies | 646 views | Posted on: 09/14/2016 | Last updated: 09/14/2016

A different kind of commute: single-seat automaker aims to break into the electric car market

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Jerry Kroll, a race-car driver by trade and the CEO of Electra Meccanica, aims at bringing a single-seat electric car to the global electric car market in 2017. "Most people drive by themselves in …

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: Electric Vehicles,Electra Meccanica,Single-seat car

0 replies | 2155 views | Posted on: 01/17/2017 | Last updated: 01/20/2017

Green Night on July 12

by AbbieKnight

Interested in learning more about clean, low-maintenance electric vehicles? Don't miss the next Green Night on July 12th! Massachusetts has been overseeing the installation of electric vehicle (EV) c…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 1002 views | Posted on: 07/03/2017 | Last updated: 07/03/2017

Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive, July 31, Green Bay, WI

by AbbieKnight

Now is the time to find out about the latest electric vehicle technologies and how to implement them. Learn about trends and technologies including battery systems and workplace charging stations. Ind…

Filed under: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Electric Vehicles,fuel efficiency

0 replies | 1090 views | Posted on: 07/20/2018 | Last updated: 07/20/2018

National Drive Electric Week Event, Sept 8 - 16, Highland Park, IL

by Aditya

National Drive Electric Week, September 8-16, 2018, is a nationwide celebration to heighten awareness of today’s widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-electri…

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Sustainable Transportation,Electric Vehicles,hybrid

0 replies | 398 views | Posted on: 08/16/2018 | Last updated: 08/16/2018

National Drive Electric Week Event -Electric Car Expo, September 16, 2018, Evanston, Illinois

by Aditya

Register to attend this FREE and informative event. EV owners will show you their vehicles, share personal driving experiences and answer your questions. Some will give test rides. Learn more from tho…

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Sustainable Transportation,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 774 views | Posted on: 08/16/2018 | Last updated: 08/16/2018

Electrifying Transportation in Southern California: Opportunities and Challenges for 2030, Oct 17, Los Angeles,CA

by Aditya

Host: Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Action and Sustainability (LARC)

Sponsor: Edison International

Partners: UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation, Southern California Association o



Filed under: Electric Vehicles

California Green Building

Keywords: Transportation,Sustainability,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 643 views | Posted on: 10/05/2018 | Last updated: 10/05/2018

VW and Vehicles Expo, December 6, Cocoa, FL

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

An event focused on Florida's Volkswagen Mitigation Plan and alternative fuel vehicle technology.


About this Event:

  • Morning State Plan update and alt fuel technology sessions
  • Meet wit

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Related to: Transportation

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Government Policy,Florida,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 1269 views | Posted on: 11/01/2019 | Last updated: 11/01/2019

Did You Know that Consumer Funding for Electric Vehicles has been Reinstated in Massachusetts?

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Great news: Rebates for electric vehicles have been reinstated in Massachusetts! 

Rebates for electric vehicles have been reinstated in Massachusetts! For the next two years, at least $27

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: EV,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 972 views | Posted on: 01/27/2020 | Last updated: 01/27/2020

EV Charge Expo 2020, June 19 (new Date!), New Delhi, India

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

The purpose of EV Charge 2020 is to highlight plans, grid implications, technologies and solutions to build an efficient and viable EV charging infrastructure in India. The conference will bring toget

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Related to: Electric Vehicles,Energy

India Green Building

Keywords: Electric Vehicles,Charging stations,India

0 replies | 1636 views | Posted on: 03/15/2020 | Last updated: 03/24/2020

"Ask an Electric Vehicle Owner" During a FREE Webinar/Panel, Hosted by Green Energy Consumers Alliance, May 13, 12-1pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

FREE Webinar, Hosted by Green Energy Consumers Alliance:

Thinking an electric vehicle (EV) is in you future, but want to learn more about these vehicles from experienced owners? Well look no furthe

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: EV,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 1111 views | Posted on: 05/05/2020 | Last updated: 05/05/2020

Will electric vehicles batteries be a new source of waste?

by angelaimingtogreen

As we know, batteries waste are one of the most polluting elements for the environment and for human health. We think that electric vehicles will be a new way to pollute less, but what's the actua

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: Electric Vehicles,Electric Batteries,Recycle

1 replies | 493 views | Posted on: 05/06/2020 | Last updated: 05/19/2020

Design for the Future with EV Charging, a Greenbuild Webinar, December 2, 1 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The adoption of electric vehicles in the United States has reached a new inflection point. With over 3 million EVs expected to be sold over the next 5 years, new and existing buildings are increasingl

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: Architecture,Design,Multifamily,Building,Construction,Electric Vehicles,EVs,Commercial

0 replies | 972 views | Posted on: 11/13/2020 | Last updated: 11/13/2020

FREE Webinar: Decarbonizing Transportation - From Policy to Progress, March 17, 7 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Do you want to know how Sunnyvale and the South Bay plan to improve transportation? Principal Transportation Planner, Meghan, will discuss local and statewide policy solutions. Learn how shifts in dev

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

California Green Building

Keywords: Sustainable Transportation,Electric Vehicles,Decarbonizing Transportation,Decarbonization

0 replies | 898 views | Posted on: 02/19/2021 | Last updated: 02/19/2021

Deep Dive Into Electric Vehicle Batteries, Webinar, March 3, 1 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Vehicle electrification to lower greenhouse gas emissions will largely be driven by better batteries. Though the current technology is good enough for early-adopters, how will better tech move us towa

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Emissions,Electric Vehicles,Batteries,Battery Storage,EVs

1 replies | 1148 views | Posted on: 02/26/2021 | Last updated: 03/19/2021

Green and Healthy Maine Homes - Home Energy Chats, Online: The Value of Green Home Improvements, March 30, 6pm EST

by Ashley Freeman

 

Join us for the first episode of our Home + Energy Chats webinar series, The Value of Green Home Improvements!

This online webinar will present the many ways to improve the health and eff

Filed under: Maine

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Green Building,Real Estate,Solar Energy,Insulation,Electric Vehicles,air sealing,Heat Pump,maine

0 replies | 775 views | Posted on: 03/23/2021 | Last updated: 03/23/2021