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10/14/2020 |
Laura |
Herndon |
citizen |
Burbank |
California |
I demand a strong TCI program!!! I would like to see:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved... read more I demand a strong TCI program!!! I would like to see:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
3. Request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit
If the program is designed appropriately, up to 1,100 lives can be saved annually, and the region could see $11 billion in health benefits each year. |
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10/14/2020 |
Kathy |
Bradley |
citizen |
Lugoff |
South Carolina |
The plan should include:
* A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
* An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)... read more The plan should include:
* A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
* An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
* Investments put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit.
According to a recently released study by Harvard and other institutions, if the program is designed appropriately, up to 1100 lives can be saved annually, and the region could see $11 billion in health benefits each year. |
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10/14/2020 |
Mike |
Vanlandingham |
citizen |
Shawnee |
Kansas |
I ask for:
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
... read more I ask for:
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
Request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit
According to a recently released study by Harvard and other institutions, if the program is designed appropriately, up to 1,100 lives can be saved annually, and the region could see $11 billion in health benefits each year. |
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10/14/2020 |
Etta |
Albright |
Citizen |
Crresson |
Pennsylvania |
Evidence of global warming and its destructive consequences is well documented and factual. Knowledge and understandng of greenhouse gases accumulating rapidly in the atmosphere during periods... read more Evidence of global warming and its destructive consequences is well documented and factual. Knowledge and understandng of greenhouse gases accumulating rapidly in the atmosphere during periods following the industrial revolution is also documented fact. Applying the data collected with sound reasoning a cause and effect showing increase in global temperatures provided the basis for the cascading effects and conclusions that human activity exacerbated global warming. The cascading effects of global warming are seen in the increase in destructive forces of winds, floods, droughts, electrical storms, disruption of ocean life food chains, fires etc. The increasing frequency, intensity, duration of weather has incurred one catastrophic situation after another. We must do all we can to curtail emissions of greenhouse gases. I understand electric trucks were used to deliver milk in Lancaster County in the 1940s. We can and must curtail use of green house gas emitting fossil fuel. |
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10/14/2020 |
Croitiene |
ganMoryn |
Citizen |
Ocala |
Florida |
Please include the following in structuring a strong TCI:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and... read more Please include the following in structuring a strong TCI:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
3. Request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit Sincerest Regards,
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10/14/2020 |
C |
K |
citizen |
Lake Geneva |
Wisconsin |
They did a study among the Swiss about Special Solar Panel Roads. The power generation was mind boggling, and the strengthened panels reportedly stood up to temperature changes, and at least mid... read more They did a study among the Swiss about Special Solar Panel Roads. The power generation was mind boggling, and the strengthened panels reportedly stood up to temperature changes, and at least mid sized vehicles. So investing in our world and in our roads, and energy production in one fell swoop sounds like a brilliant solution. Investing in the front end of project that will pay for itself is not a sin, and political considerations of who takes responsibility are no longer an acceptable excuse with the stakes of the survival of the Earth at stake. Please consider this solution. |
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10/14/2020 |
Elizabeth |
Watts |
Citizen |
Boynton Beach |
Florida |
I urge you to adopt a strong TCI program. In order for the program to be strong, please enact the following:
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
An... read more I urge you to adopt a strong TCI program. In order for the program to be strong, please enact the following:
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>35%)
Request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit
According to a recently released study by Harvard and other institutions, if the program is designed appropriately, up to 1,100 lives can be saved annually, and the region could see $11 billion in health benefits each year.
Thank you. |
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12/18/2020 |
Paul |
Mucica |
Citizen |
Tewksbury |
Massachusetts |
A Commission with no one to be held accountable to? Increased taxes at any rate they feel is appropriate? Increased costs to all things "fossil," whether personally used or consumed by... read more A Commission with no one to be held accountable to? Increased taxes at any rate they feel is appropriate? Increased costs to all things "fossil," whether personally used or consumed by delivery to home or store? And at what benefit? Barely any...if any at all. This is, plain and simple, a way for an aggressive, out-of-control fear lobby to fund itself in the form of billions of dollars stolen from those already taxed beyond their means. It is another "feel good, do nothing" ploy, plain and simple. NO! NO!! NO!!! |
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12/23/2020 |
Justin |
Piccirillo |
Citizen |
Attleboro |
Massachusetts |
I am disappointed to hear that the projected revenues from this program may be shifted to transportation infrastructure projects in the participating regions. The public already pay into a number... read more I am disappointed to hear that the projected revenues from this program may be shifted to transportation infrastructure projects in the participating regions. The public already pay into a number of existing taxes, fees and tolls that were sold as a means of paying for infrastructure. Where those funds are short - the public and the public officials running their operations have a duty to address the concern through traditional appropriations means.
If this program is meant to address greenhouse gases, these revenues should be spent ONLY on programs which most directly concern the reduction of those emissions, their sequestration, or their offset.
I sincerely hope that a policy of ranked proposals is formalized and that expenditures are executed on a basis of maximizing GHG reductions with the funds raised therein.
Finally - please consider incentives to businesses and organizations which demonstrate carbon capture.
Thank you. |
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2/24/2020 |
Len |
Clarke |
CIMPAC INC |
Brunswick |
Maine |
Take action to support TCI!!!!
Lets do everything we can to eliminate pollution coming from vehicles
on our highways Take action to support TCI!!!!
Lets do everything we can to eliminate pollution coming from vehicles
on our highways |
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2/26/2020 |
Mary |
Smith |
Church Women United in New York State |
Rochester |
New York |
“…design a regional low-carbon transportation policy proposal that would cap and reduce carbon emissions from the combustion of transportation fuels through a cap-and-invest program or other... read more “…design a regional low-carbon transportation policy proposal that would cap and reduce carbon emissions from the combustion of transportation fuels through a cap-and-invest program or other pricing mechanism… [and]… to complete the policy development process within one year, after which each jurisdiction will decide whether to adopt and implement the policy.” |
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10/14/2020 |
Mary |
Smith |
Church Women United in New York State |
Rochester |
New York |
Individuals as well as government systems must quickly and substantially take positive steps to reduce fossil fuel consumption. Our very
lives depend on this plan of action. Individuals as well as government systems must quickly and substantially take positive steps to reduce fossil fuel consumption. Our very
lives depend on this plan of action. |
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1/17/2020 |
Joan S |
Leland |
Church |
East Providence |
Rhode Island |
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2/21/2020 |
john |
steinberg |
ChooseNRDC ... |
n y |
New York |
This is a relatable and feasible way to reduce climate impacts and improve quality of life This is a relatable and feasible way to reduce climate impacts and improve quality of life |
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2/25/2020 |
Levon |
Utidjian |
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia |
Philadelphia |
Pennsylvania |
To whom it may concern:
I would like to express my support for a regional policy for low-carbon transportation that will encourage better public transportation options and reduce... read more To whom it may concern:
I would like to express my support for a regional policy for low-carbon transportation that will encourage better public transportation options and reduce the production of transportation-related pollution. The contribution of carbon emissions from to climate change is indisputable at this point, and public investment in the Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) is an important step in reducing our greenhouse gas production. More and better public transportation options will take more vehicles off the road, and will help not only the environment but also improve the health of Pennsylvanians. Carbon emissions contribute to respiratory health problems in adults but especially children, increasing rates of asthma. In fact, the rise in asthma in children in the US has paralleled the rise in carbon emissions. This would be another benefit of the TCI.
Thank you,
Dr. Levon Utidjian, MD, MBI |
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1/16/2020 |
Peter |
Traub |
Cheshire Planning Board |
Cheshire |
Massachusetts |
Future generations need an environment that they can survive in. Let us do our part to provide an environment that will do that. Future generations need an environment that they can survive in. Let us do our part to provide an environment that will do that. |
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11/13/2020 |
Peter |
Traub |
Cheshire Planning Board |
Cheshire |
Massachusetts |
I am concerned about the cost increase gasoline to persons on fixed incomes and low income groups. What is the potential percent cost increases verses the percent decease in carbon emissions? What... read more I am concerned about the cost increase gasoline to persons on fixed incomes and low income groups. What is the potential percent cost increases verses the percent decease in carbon emissions? What is the percent reduction in carbon emissions goal? What was the increase in electricity costs verses reduction in carbon emissions under the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative? |
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1/16/2020 |
M |
Carlisle |
Chesapeake climate Action, Food and Water Watch, Union of Concerned Scientists |
Baltimore |
Maryland |
The most impactful thing we can do is lower the use of fossil fuels, and transportation is a huge part of this usage. Please facilitate alternative transportation concepts and practices, including... read more The most impactful thing we can do is lower the use of fossil fuels, and transportation is a huge part of this usage. Please facilitate alternative transportation concepts and practices, including more public transportation. |
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1/21/2020 |
James |
Fisk |
Cherokee Power, LLC |
Kennebunk |
Maine |
Of course, our state is far too large and our people are too spread out for electric vehicles and statewide public transportation to be feasible. Private transportation is not a luxury in Maine,... read more Of course, our state is far too large and our people are too spread out for electric vehicles and statewide public transportation to be feasible. Private transportation is not a luxury in Maine, it is a necessity, and Mainers should not be penalized for driving to work, bringing their kids to school or running errands. |
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10/14/2020 |
Stephan |
Armstrong |
CHEROKEE LINES INC |
Watsontown |
Pennsylvania |
I want a cap on carbon emissions of at least 99% by 2032 and an an increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>99%). I request that investments be put... read more I want a cap on carbon emissions of at least 99% by 2032 and an an increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>99%). I request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit.
Economic and public health modeling to analyze how emissions reductions and investments in low-carbon transportation infrastructure will benefit people, businesses, and communities, particularly communities already bearing disproportionate impacts from pollution and lack of access to economic opportunities. |
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