2/17/2020 |
Donald |
Weigt |
CT League of Conservation Voters, Union of Concerned Scientists |
Bloomfield |
Connecticut |
Connecticut needs to improve its transporation system. Rather than "more of the same", there should be emphasis on cleaner alternatives. Use of fossil fuels must plummet if we are to... read more Connecticut needs to improve its transporation system. Rather than "more of the same", there should be emphasis on cleaner alternatives. Use of fossil fuels must plummet if we are to prevent the worst effects of global warming.
We need more charging stations if electric autos are ever to become mainstream. We need electric school buses and city buses to clean up the air our citizens breath every day and reduce noise in our communities. We need better rapid transit if we're ever going to reduce the traffic in bigger cities and help their centers thrive and prosper. It's especially important for our children's health now and as adults.
We should look at electrifying most or all rail lines. Again, it would mean cleaner air and quieter trains. Another big benefit is the electricity can come from green sources, as quickly as they can be brought online. Trains powered by electricity are the norm in Europe and Japan, and there were many here in the US about a century ago, for example in the northern Rockies. We made a poor choice when we switched to diesels, although it seemed to make economic sense at the time.
Thank you for your consideration. |
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2/17/2020 |
LINDA |
FERRATO |
CONCERNED CITIZEN |
WINDSOR LOCKS |
Connecticut |
We ONLY have one planet & we are destroying it at an extremely fast pace! We MUST STOP & think of future generatons! We ONLY have one planet & we are destroying it at an extremely fast pace! We MUST STOP & think of future generatons! |
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2/17/2020 |
Alison |
Zyla |
State resident |
Clinton |
Connecticut |
Being able to breath clean air is a necessity. Being able to breath clean air is a necessity. |
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2/17/2020 |
Dwight |
Stover |
None |
North Haven |
Connecticut |
It’s imperative that we proceed ASAP to a sustainable future across the globe. I’ve been driving electric for nearly eight years now. This is just one way to move towards achieving that goal. The... read more It’s imperative that we proceed ASAP to a sustainable future across the globe. I’ve been driving electric for nearly eight years now. This is just one way to move towards achieving that goal. The scientific community is as clear as ever that time is not on our side. |
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2/17/2020 |
Cyril |
May |
Better World Magic, LLC |
New Haven |
Connecticut |
I encourage Connecticut to sign on to the TCI and to pursue the creation of an efficient, low/no carbon transportation infrastructure. I encourage Connecticut to sign on to the TCI and to pursue the creation of an efficient, low/no carbon transportation infrastructure. |
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2/17/2020 |
Marlee |
NajamyWinnick |
none |
Weston |
Connecticut |
Reducing transportation sector emissions is important to me since this sector is one of the biggest contributors to global emissions.
Thanks to Gov. Lamont for being involved in... read more Reducing transportation sector emissions is important to me since this sector is one of the biggest contributors to global emissions.
Thanks to Gov. Lamont for being involved in the regional design process. I request that Connecticut formally sign on to the initiative.
I urge TCI leadership to choose the most aggressive greenhouse gas emissions cap.
I also ask that a TCI policy has equity and investment in overburdened and under-served communities as a first and foremost priority.
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2/17/2020 |
Richard |
Platt |
Private citizen |
Milford |
Connecticut |
I am very concerned about global warming. We are now experiencing the warmest winter (so far) within memory. While it's comfortable, I know that this is not good. read more I am very concerned about global warming. We are now experiencing the warmest winter (so far) within memory. While it's comfortable, I know that this is not good. |
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2/17/2020 |
Michael |
Powers |
Retired Environmental Engineer |
Coventry |
Connecticut |
This area of the country is particularly impacted by emissions from transportation sources. Our high density population ensures a continuation and increase in this impact on global climate as... read more This area of the country is particularly impacted by emissions from transportation sources. Our high density population ensures a continuation and increase in this impact on global climate as well as human health within the region. Every effort to reduce such emissions, particularly those that are permanent and sustainable, will benefit current populations and the future health and economy of this region as well as the climate of the earth - very desirable outcomes for all concerned. |
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2/17/2020 |
Beverly |
Propen |
CTLCV, Sierra Club |
Orange |
Connecticut |
As an environmentalist and wildlife advocate, as well as a grandparent, I want a sustainable planet for all future generations. I believe we need
to design a regional low-carbon... read more As an environmentalist and wildlife advocate, as well as a grandparent, I want a sustainable planet for all future generations. I believe we need
to 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 .
The Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) states are developing a regional policy for low-carbon transportation . Electric vehicles, bicycles and other low carbon emitting transportation are essential
Green house gases and carbon emissions are taking a toll on our planet. We need to do everything possible to reach zero emissions as soon as possible. |
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2/17/2020 |
Elizabeth |
Kiernan |
Mrs |
Ridgefield |
Connecticut |
Reducing our emissions is critical to the health and progress of our future Reducing our emissions is critical to the health and progress of our future |
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2/17/2020 |
John |
Hall |
The Jonah Center for Earth and Art |
PORTLAND |
Connecticut |
I won't repeat what others have said. The climate crisis urgently demands that we find ways to live on this planet that reduce carbon emissions and increase carbon absorption. Plus there are... read more I won't repeat what others have said. The climate crisis urgently demands that we find ways to live on this planet that reduce carbon emissions and increase carbon absorption. Plus there are the facts that many people don't drive, can't afford to drive their own cars, suffer from chronic illnesses due in part to lack of exercise, and we are all more or less alienated from the "natural" environment and other forms of life. |
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2/17/2020 |
Royal |
Graves |
self |
Wethersfield |
Connecticut |
I am writing to support strong carbon reducing measures in support of CTI goals. I believe there is a climate crisis. Within a few decades the earth will be a miserable place to live if we do... read more I am writing to support strong carbon reducing measures in support of CTI goals. I believe there is a climate crisis. Within a few decades the earth will be a miserable place to live if we do not reduce greenhouse gas pollution and global warming. We are already experiencing more cloudy weather, stronger storms, and greater swings in temperature because of climate change.
In much of the northeastern United States transportation carbon emissions are the greatest source of greenhouse gasses. I urge you to take strong action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some actions I suggest are: higher taxes on transportation fuels, especially gasoline and diesel, with the proceeds going to reduce emissions; Larger tax credits for purchasing electric vehicles; and property tax relief for anyone purchasing electric vehicles.
I appreciate the actions that have been taken in the past. These are good steps, but they do not go far enough to address the looming crisis. We should fight for the most aggressive greenhouse emissions cap possible. And this should include a cap that is significantly lower in 2030 than in 2022 or 2025, and much lower still in 2040 and should be at zero before 2050. There is little reason we could not achieve 90% reductions from year 2000 levels by 2040. Connecticut should formally sign on to the TCI.
Thank you for considering my comments. Please work to preserve our beautiful planet.
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2/17/2020 |
Emily |
Alexander |
CT Resident |
Hebron |
Connecticut |
We need TCI in CT! It will re-invest funds to help out rural communities as well as urban communities. We need TCI in CT! It will re-invest funds to help out rural communities as well as urban communities. |
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2/17/2020 |
Diana |
Blair |
none |
Essex |
Connecticut |
Transportation is the biggest emitter of greenhouse gases. Therefore it is very important to develop sustainable public transit especially electric buses. Tax rebates will encourage people to buy... read more Transportation is the biggest emitter of greenhouse gases. Therefore it is very important to develop sustainable public transit especially electric buses. Tax rebates will encourage people to buy electric cars. Please join the low carbon transportation policy proposal and join with other states to adopt initiatives to reduce global pollution. |
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2/17/2020 |
Joseph |
Wasserman |
self |
West Hartford |
Connecticut |
I urge you to move toward investment in mass transit and electric car infrastructure. It is imperative that we reduce carbon emissions in that climate change is moving rapidly upon us, as... read more I urge you to move toward investment in mass transit and electric car infrastructure. It is imperative that we reduce carbon emissions in that climate change is moving rapidly upon us, as evidenced by the accelerated melting of the polar ice caps. This will contribute to stronger storms , hurricanes, flooding and droughts. I fear a feedback loop of carbon and methane releases from the tundra region, which will further accelerate climate chaos.
Reducing carbon emissions from cars could help alot |
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2/17/2020 |
Scott |
Schweizer |
Self |
Norwalk |
Connecticut |
As a concerned citizen and CT taxpayer I want the state government to act on environmental pollution and support carbon neutral policies. As a concerned citizen and CT taxpayer I want the state government to act on environmental pollution and support carbon neutral policies. |
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2/17/2020 |
Ocean |
Pellett |
Ms |
Waterford |
Connecticut |
There needs to safe places to walk and ride bikes as well as spaces for cars. One should not be required to walk in the road to get from point A to point B.
In my opinion all local buses... read more There needs to safe places to walk and ride bikes as well as spaces for cars. One should not be required to walk in the road to get from point A to point B.
In my opinion all local buses & taxis ought to be hybrid or electric.
More things should be hauled by rail instead of on the highways. |
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2/17/2020 |
Anna |
Salo-Markowski |
Clean Energy Task Force |
Middletown |
Connecticut |
I would like to see a well-thought out electric vehicle charging infrastructure that would allow for longer drives across states. Existing rest areas can be utilized along highways. DC quick-... read more I would like to see a well-thought out electric vehicle charging infrastructure that would allow for longer drives across states. Existing rest areas can be utilized along highways. DC quick-chargers would be preferable, then cars can be charged in the time it takes to grab a coffee and use the restroom. In order to keep the charging fossil-fuel-free, all charging stations should be placed in areas with solar canopies/solar arrays and batteries to provide the power for charging. I have read that the next wave of electric vehicles will be trucks, so existing truck stops should have an appropriate number of chargers as well. As much as I love getting a free charge, it only makes sense that people will ultimately have to pay per charge. This will help cover some of the cost of implementing the infrastructure. In addition, parking areas should have a place to plug stationary charged vehicles in to help supply the grid. Another method of having fewer cars on the road is for municipalities to contract with companies to have a certain number of shared vehicles for short-term lease (like ZipCars). |
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2/18/2020 |
Lois |
Stevens |
Sodexo |
Norwich |
Connecticut |
We need better public transportation in order to get the older unsafe cars off the road .Affordable public transportation would allow those who can only afford the older junk cars to have a... read more We need better public transportation in order to get the older unsafe cars off the road .Affordable public transportation would allow those who can only afford the older junk cars to have a choice in how to get to work ,thus relieving the congestion on the roads and save lives because the older cars are less safe and cause more pollution. |
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2/18/2020 |
Patricia |
Rogers |
None |
Riverside |
Connecticut |
Public transportation is a leading cause of carbon emissions. A concerted effort by many States to develop modes of transportation that rely on clean technology would be a major step towards... read more Public transportation is a leading cause of carbon emissions. A concerted effort by many States to develop modes of transportation that rely on clean technology would be a major step towards reducing such pollution. In addition, it would provide an opportunity to plan public transportation that serves more communities from lower socio-economic groups. Governor Lamont should be commended for his support of this initiative. |
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