2/28/2020 |
Steve |
Banashek |
Virginia Resident |
Alexandria |
Virginia |
The Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) is an opportunity for Virginia and the Washington, DC metro region to reduce fossil fuel emissions and invest in clean transportation options... read more The Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) is an opportunity for Virginia and the Washington, DC metro region to reduce fossil fuel emissions and invest in clean transportation options including electric cars and buses, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, EV purchase tax credits, sidewalks/bike lanes, and regional rail. I strongly support and urge Virginia to move forward with and join the TCI as well as require that the revenue generated by the program be used to expand clean transportation. There are simply too many cars on the road contributing to our warming climate and adding to air pollution related health problems including asthma rates.
Transportation is responsible for nearly half (46 percent) of Virginia's greenhouse gas emissions. If Virginians want to do our part to slow climate change, we definitely need to tackle transportation emissions. In many ways, transportation presents one of the greatest obstacles to tackling climate change, as well as one of the biggest opportunities to address some of Virginia’s challenges.
TCI takes a regional approach. Virginia’s transportation systems are intimately connected to Washington, D.C., Maryland and the entire region, so a real solution to transportation challenges must be regional as well. Additionally, as a coastal state Virginia is already experiencing the impact of climate change more than most—and scientists have made it clear that we must dramatically scale up efforts to reduce GHG emissions if we are to mitigate the worst impacts of a warming world.
We must act now to implement thoughtful and collaborative solutions like TCI that will help address the climate challenge while also driving investments in a clean transportation future. Virginia’s state leaders need to join with our neighbors and build a clean and efficient transportation system that we can all benefit from. |
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2/28/2020 |
Mary Anne |
Nulty |
National Association of Social Workers |
Culpeper |
Virginia |
I am 100% in favor of adopting such a policy. I am 100% in favor of adopting such a policy. |
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2/28/2020 |
Andrew |
Kambour |
The Nature Conservancy |
Arlington |
Virginia |
Please see the attached comments from The Nature Conservancy on the TCI Draft MOU. Please see the attached comments from The Nature Conservancy on the TCI Draft MOU. |
TNC Comments - TCI Draft MOU 2-28-20.pdf |
2/28/2020 |
Anne |
Germain |
National Waste & Recycling Association |
Arlington |
Virginia |
Please see attached letter commenting on the MOU. Please see attached letter commenting on the MOU. |
NWRA-TCI Comments on MOU 2-28-20.pdf |
2/28/2020 |
ROB |
UNDERWOOD |
PMAA |
ARLINGTON |
Virginia |
On behalf of the Petroleum Marketers Association of America (PMAA), I would like to offer our comments on the draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Transportation Climate Initiative (TCI... read more On behalf of the Petroleum Marketers Association of America (PMAA), I would like to offer our comments on the draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Transportation Climate Initiative (TCI). Please see attached.
Sincerely,
Rob Underwood
PMAA President |
PMAA_TCI_Draft_MOU_Comments.pdf |
6/22/2020 |
Judith |
Hinch |
Sierra Club, League of Women Voters VA, |
Chesapeake |
Virginia |
Thank you Virginia for joining and working on this. The convergence of three revolutions will be important to encourage in the right direction- ride sharing/bike/car sharing; AVs and EVs. Shuttles... read more Thank you Virginia for joining and working on this. The convergence of three revolutions will be important to encourage in the right direction- ride sharing/bike/car sharing; AVs and EVs. Shuttles/multi-occupancy vehicles that are electric (with an electric grid that is low-carbon) but don't forget autonomous vehicles. Our transit company, Hampton Roads Transit, has trouble finding and keeping drivers, so is keeping an eye on AV technology, as are a lot of other heavy hitters, and the state of Michigan. Michigan is providing grant $ to address mobility and fund solutions (PlanetM.com). This plan will help small businesses with economic recovery post-covid and address the challenges of mobility in a more sustainable way. Grand Rapids has an autonomous vehicle initiative, with a shuttle fleet of AVs from a public-private partnership. Even the little city of Crozet VA I heard has an AV shuttle, made right here in this state. |
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10/14/2020 |
Donald |
Walsh |
citizen |
Alexandria |
Virginia |
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 50% by 2032
An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>50%)
Request that investments be... read more A cap on carbon emissions of at least 50% by 2032
An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities (>50%)
Request that investments be put towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit
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10/15/2020 |
Steven |
Vogel |
Private Citizen |
Falls Church |
Virginia |
I respectfully ask for the following three things:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032 if not sooner.
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and... read more I respectfully ask for the following three things:
1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032 if not sooner.
2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities, i.e., more than 35%.
3. That investments be made towards active transportation like better sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and high quality public transit of multiple modes. |
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10/15/2020 |
Gerritt and Elizabeth |
Baker-Smith |
PC(USA) |
Portsmouth |
Virginia |
We are writing to encourage an support a strongTransportation and Climate Initiative which would include:
A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032
An increase in the minimum... read more We are writing to encourage an support a strongTransportation and Climate Initiative which would include:
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....very clear benefits for people and planet! |
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11/2/2020 |
Rob |
Underwood |
Energy Marketers of America |
ARLINGTON |
Virginia |
Please see attached comments from the Energy Marketers of America regarding TCI. Please see attached comments from the Energy Marketers of America regarding TCI. |
EMA_TCI_Comments.pdf |
12/21/2020 |
Andrew |
Kambour |
The Nature Conservancy |
Arlington |
Virginia |
Please see the attached file for The Nature Conservancy's comments on equity provisions in the TCI program. read more Please see the attached file for The Nature Conservancy's comments on equity provisions in the TCI program. |
TNC TCI equity comments 12-21-20.pdf |
2/17/2020 |
Margaret |
Sellers |
Democrat |
No. Grosvenordale |
Other US Territory |
It is essential that we address climate change before it is too late. Connecticut must take action because the Federal government is not only not working on this problem, Trump has done... read more It is essential that we address climate change before it is too late. Connecticut must take action because the Federal government is not only not working on this problem, Trump has done everything in his power to ignore it and make it worse . We need a low-carbon transportation policy sooner rather than later. I completely support the TCI Initiative. |
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2/26/2020 |
Bill |
Mook |
Mook Sea Farms, Inc. |
Newcastle |
Other US Territory |
I strongly support the Transportation and Climate Initiative because it provides a means to transform Maine's transportation system, which MUST be done in order to meet GH gas emission... read more I strongly support the Transportation and Climate Initiative because it provides a means to transform Maine's transportation system, which MUST be done in order to meet GH gas emission reduction goals, and it uses RGGI as a model.
1. Market based solutions generally are most effective. RGGI has been an extremely successful model for reducing greenhouse gas emissions without negatively impacting the economy.
2. TCI, like RGGI, can be used to strategically direct funds to those people and sectors that will most effectively reduce emissions.
3. TCI would harness the power and resources of multiple states, which will be more effective than if Maine "goes it alone."
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11/1/2019 |
john |
reese |
Shell Oil Products US |
Houston |
Texas |
Please find attached comments on TCI's High Level Framework For A Draft Regional Policy Proposal To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Pollution From Transportation (October 1, 2019). read more Please find attached comments on TCI's High Level Framework For A Draft Regional Policy Proposal To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Pollution From Transportation (October 1, 2019). |
Shell comments on GTCI Framework 11-1-2019.pdf |
12/1/2019 |
Irving |
Priest |
Veteran taxpayer |
Killeen |
Texas |
I left MA when I realized the bloated hackerama would never repeal the income tax to what we the people voted it back down to. If Tall Devil, I mean Charlie wants to slide this into his budget to... read more I left MA when I realized the bloated hackerama would never repeal the income tax to what we the people voted it back down to. If Tall Devil, I mean Charlie wants to slide this into his budget to keep feeding his friends in the unions I think we should immediately votw for the only vehicles allowed to take home from ANY state map, I mean job, should be all electric vehicles. No more cruisers being driven home at 90 MPH because the statues are “on duty” 24/7 like they “have been” in the past. No more Tahoe for Charlie to be catered around in - he wants a free ride he can drive his own little electric spec to see how much fun they are to drive around Boston - and make sure it’s a stripped down model without any extras so he can finally drive like the rest of us. Might teach him to take that amazing MBTA he has worked such wonders on. |
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2/26/2020 |
James |
Talbot |
neverland designs |
Austin |
Texas |
As a business owner and frequent traveler to your region, I urge you to create a broad transportation system that is favorable for biking and walking, frequent & reliable public... read more As a business owner and frequent traveler to your region, I urge you to create a broad transportation system that is favorable for biking and walking, frequent & reliable public transportation, greater access for electric vehicles, and a more equitable, cleaner public transportation system. Thanks for including my input. |
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2/26/2020 |
Joyce |
Dixon |
None |
Dallas |
Texas |
I request that the State of Texas join the plan to reduce transportation emissions. This is very important to me because I want the world to be more pristine and more safe to live in. ... read more I request that the State of Texas join the plan to reduce transportation emissions. This is very important to me because I want the world to be more pristine and more safe to live in.
I believe in a strong program that invests in public transportation, biking, walking, and prioritizes equity. |
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2/27/2020 |
John |
Reese |
Shell Oil Products US |
Houston |
Texas |
Please find attached comments on the proposed MOU Please find attached comments on the proposed MOU |
Shell Comments on GTCI MOU 02-27-20.pdf |
2/28/2020 |
Edmond |
Young |
Toyota Motor North America, Inc. |
Plano |
Texas |
TOYOTA's comments regarding Draft TCI MOU are attached. read more TOYOTA's comments regarding Draft TCI MOU are attached. |
TOYOTA Comments - Draft TCI MOU 2020-02-28.pdf |
2/28/2020 |
Edmond |
Young |
Toyota Motor North America, Inc. |
Plano |
Texas |
Attached are Toyota's comments regarding the TCI Draft MOU. Please let us know if you have any questions. Kind regards. read more Attached are Toyota's comments regarding the TCI Draft MOU. Please let us know if you have any questions. Kind regards. |
TOYOTA Comments - Draft TCI MOU 2020-02-28.pdf |