1/27/2020 |
Paul |
Kelley |
Mass Audubon |
Belmont |
Massachusetts |
I am excited to see a high-impact, regional approach to tackling carbon emissions moving forward. The short, one-year timeline is also a great addition as these policies and actions need to be... read more I am excited to see a high-impact, regional approach to tackling carbon emissions moving forward. The short, one-year timeline is also a great addition as these policies and actions need to be implemented ASAP!
Thanks,
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1/27/2020 |
Madeleine |
Staples |
land steward |
Littleton |
Massachusetts |
I am a recent graduate now living and working in Massachusetts as an environmental educator. I have grown up with the climate crisis, watched as small steps towards sustainable planning practices... read more I am a recent graduate now living and working in Massachusetts as an environmental educator. I have grown up with the climate crisis, watched as small steps towards sustainable planning practices and policies in our cities and regions have been taken while the much bigger sources of our pollution problems persist. The TCI is a positive step towards tackling those bigger problems. I understand that there are people who's financial situations may be negatively affected by this policy, especially those in poorer rural areas and/or those who drive to make a living. However, difficult as it may be, we as a region need to start accepting new ways of living in order to reduce GHG emissions that are harming our ecosystems and the health of vulnerable populations. The projections of the TCI have shown a reduction in pollution and illness and an increase in clean transportation options that will ultimately improve the lives of the people in this region. I would like to be able to breathe clean air in Massachusetts for generations to come. This initiative is a promising step towards that future. |
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1/27/2020 |
Eve |
Schwartz |
concerned resident, naturalist, & mom |
Keswick |
Virginia |
Pollution from transportation sources is the largest source of global warming emissions both regionally and nationally. To tackle climate change, it is imperative to reduce pollution from... read more Pollution from transportation sources is the largest source of global warming emissions both regionally and nationally. To tackle climate change, it is imperative to reduce pollution from transportation sources. I would like Virginia to formally join the plan to reduce emissions
It is very important that the policy have a strong component of equity by prioritizing clean investments in areas overburdened by pollution and/or for those who don't have access.
I am grateful to you for the bipartisan nature of this project, moving us forward while the federal government moves us back. |
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1/27/2020 |
David |
Rubin |
CCL |
Rochester |
New York |
New York State politicians seem to not want to really support electric vehicles. They have been bought and paid for buy the fossil fuel automobile dealers. Here's why I believe this to be... read more New York State politicians seem to not want to really support electric vehicles. They have been bought and paid for buy the fossil fuel automobile dealers. Here's why I believe this to be true. First, recent sales figures, nationally, indicate Tesla is selling 77% of battery electric vehicles. New York subsidized charging stations support the 23%, not the 77%. It seems to me that all viable vehicles should be supported by states subsidized charging stations. The argument that Tesla doesn't support existing standards is bogus, since there were no standards when Tesla started selling cars and providing a bare bones charging network. Second, the adoption of electric vehicles should be made as easy and convenient as possible. NYS should require NEMA 14-50 electrical outlets in the parking area of all new construction, especially single family homes with garages or driveways. A dedicated charging station should be acceptable as an alternative. Third, there should be no artificial barriers to the sale of electric vehicles. Placing restrictions on non-dealer sales clearly indicates the lack of commitment to improving the environment. If the current auto dealers offer a superior experience to people wanting to buy an electric vehicle, people would shop at the dealers. Currently indications are that fossil fuel auto dealers are not really prepared to sell electric vehicles. For the near future, and to enhance the adoption of electric vehicles, no artificial restrictions should be imposed on their sale. The prohibition of manufacturer owned sales outlets competing with their dealers should be continued for the sake of fairness. Fourth, I propose a very generous subsidy for electric vehicles that support "Vehicle to Grid" (V2G) capability. If you do the numbers, drawing 10 KW from 1 million electric vehicles when needed is equivalent to a 10 gigawatt battery backup. Ultimately, this should reduce or eliminate the need for utility scale battery backup, since the wind doesn't always blow and the sun doesn't always shine. Battery manufacturers probably oppose this capability since they will sell fewer utility scale battery systems. Once this technology is kick started by a generous subsidy for a few thousand cars, the capability will become common and useful. |
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1/27/2020 |
William J. |
Banks |
self |
Braintree |
Massachusetts |
I believe that all states contemplating any gas tax increase must consider all the cost increases that would be generated. Such as shipping,gas fuel delivery,home heating services,mail,air travel,... read more I believe that all states contemplating any gas tax increase must consider all the cost increases that would be generated. Such as shipping,gas fuel delivery,home heating services,mail,air travel,all service parts and most important grocery price increases. The states should inform the public that it is not necessary to preheat your vehicle prior to driving. Your vehicle will warm up in five to ten minutes faster at a normal speed. The senior citizens who are on a very strict budget will be effected the most, we do not get automatic increase on our retirement, as many of the politicians do. The public is sick and tired for being taken advantage of by the politicians who's salary is paid for by the citizen that elect them in the first place. Thank you, Bill |
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1/27/2020 |
Michele |
Hale |
Scientist |
ESSEX |
Maryland |
I have to breathe in black soot that covers everything outside now. I know carbon particulates in dense concentration can and does cause various cancers. I have to breathe in black soot that covers everything outside now. I know carbon particulates in dense concentration can and does cause various cancers. |
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1/28/2020 |
William F |
Horan |
Retired Engineering Fellow & Sr Mgr. |
Middletown |
Rhode Island |
The TCI vehicle fuel tax justification is hog wash. The environmental con job continues having been turned into a self induced victim hood syndrome, especially at The RI General Assembly &... read more The TCI vehicle fuel tax justification is hog wash. The environmental con job continues having been turned into a self induced victim hood syndrome, especially at The RI General Assembly & Governors office on Smith Hill In a Crime Town sanctuary City State aka RI . This a vehicle creating even more wasteful revenue streams of extorted tax payer monies. The earths natural climate / GEO cycle will continue. Here in RI the shore line will continue to sink and erode while the inland region will rise. This the reverse of the last ice age event. The costly measures taken by Northern Germany & Holland would only slow the inevitable. Finally the self inflicted Green Suicide championed especially by the proponents of an already failed in Europe alleged green Wind and Solar Industrial Complex must end. The existing RI natural gas and electricity distribution network has already suffered from neglect in part justified by a chicken little environmental madness. We must look to construction of pipe lines from PA & across NY State bringing desperately needed domestic shale gas into Southern New England. The alternatives LNG Ships at a Narragansett Bay off loading and storage terminal. Or LNG Rail Cars again a local off loading and storage terminal. Or, increase the size of the LNG truck convoys already on the roads delivering LNG to RI gas peaking faculties during especially the night time hours. As well adding electrical generating capacity via combined cycle shale gas fueled power stations. These measures will serve as a 'Time Bridge" to tomorrows disruptive electrical power generation technologies. That is the US congress has already acknowledged and supported Bills passed and signed by President Trump that align the nation Lab assets in support of disruptive Generation IV power Station technologies. Never the less Environmental radicals continue to gather supporting an agenda of the already failed in Europe W & S Industrial Complex and or other energy sources and conversion methods etc. |
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1/28/2020 |
Casey |
Merkle |
Democrat |
Medford |
Massachusetts |
I am excited to see a high-impact, regional approach to tackling carbon emissions moving forward. I am excited to see a high-impact, regional approach to tackling carbon emissions moving forward. |
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1/28/2020 |
Judith |
Raven |
--None-- |
Shelburne |
Vermont |
I support the TCI. Reducing emissions in the transportation sector is critical to achieving climate goals previously established in Vermont. Revenues raised from the cap and invest program can be... read more I support the TCI. Reducing emissions in the transportation sector is critical to achieving climate goals previously established in Vermont. Revenues raised from the cap and invest program can be used to help residents access more efficient forms of transportation.TCI is modeled on the very successful RGGI cap and invest program. Regional solutions to transportation pollution will be more effective. The TCI will help to create energy jobs in Vermont. |
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1/28/2020 |
Melody |
Stone |
Vermonter |
Dummerston |
Vermont |
Governor Phil Scott please do all you can to support Vermont through this climate crisis we are in by backing your fellow Vermonters by signing off on TCI. Think of our child and our children’s... read more Governor Phil Scott please do all you can to support Vermont through this climate crisis we are in by backing your fellow Vermonters by signing off on TCI. Think of our child and our children’s children. Be the man to make a difference. |
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1/28/2020 |
Pat |
Galvin |
CMS |
Marshfield |
Massachusetts |
I would like to suggest if you will really wish to make a difference in transportation North-South-East & West of Boston, please consider the development of a monorail system. After 20 years... read more I would like to suggest if you will really wish to make a difference in transportation North-South-East & West of Boston, please consider the development of a monorail system. After 20 years of traveling the expressway to and from my job, I use to sit in my car and try to decide what would it take for me to leave this driving nightmare and yet arrive at work timely and efficiently. I had to ask myself what would incentivize me and others to change our daily driving habit of getting to Boston? The only answer I could arrive at was a full-service monorail system that would be elevated right down the center of the expressway with strategically placed stops and parking nearby. The monorail would have wires included in the railing that would prevent the buildup of ice and snow allowing an enhanced speed without the danger and delay to the drivers that they are constantly subjected too. Putting such a system down the middle of this highway would serve as a constant reminder to drivers and motivation that there exists a better way to get to and/or from town most expeditiously. This project could put in place in phases and probably attract both private and federal funding. This would solve our current dilemma of convincing our drivers to leave their cars in more strategic locations and/or at home.
I would love to work on such a project as it is my opinion a WIN-WIN for all of us both for personal and businesses alike. |
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1/28/2020 |
Gary |
Oliveira |
GASPEE |
Portsmouth |
Rhode Island |
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1/28/2020 |
Elizabeth |
Gibbs |
CT Fund for the Environment |
Norwalk |
Connecticut |
I support TCI because Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must... read more I support TCI because Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation. |
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1/28/2020 |
Stephen |
Lewis |
Self |
South Windsor |
Connecticut |
I endorse the goals of the TCI to reduce carbon emissions from transportation in our region. This is vital since transportation is the largest source of our carbon emissions. I endorse the goals of the TCI to reduce carbon emissions from transportation in our region. This is vital since transportation is the largest source of our carbon emissions. |
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1/28/2020 |
Jeffrey |
Gross |
Sierra Club |
Storrs |
Connecticut |
The structure of a program like TCI is highly targeted on the actual problem - carbon emissions -- while also providing resources for policies and programs to mediate the problem at a root cause... read more The structure of a program like TCI is highly targeted on the actual problem - carbon emissions -- while also providing resources for policies and programs to mediate the problem at a root cause level. TCI will need to be in force over many years, with consistent and predictable changes in its cost impacts in order to modify market behavior in a non-disruptive way. I believe the market will be receptive to the spirit and financial incentives of TCI.
As an EV owner and rider of public transit I support the MOU as a way evolve our transportation system from carbon-emitting single-rider vehicles to electrified multimodal options. |
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1/28/2020 |
David |
Schneider |
Town Resident |
Branford |
Connecticut |
We need to reduce greenhouse gas on every front to create an environment to meet the basic needs of clean air, pure water, viable soil for plant life and food supply, and David the sustainability... read more We need to reduce greenhouse gas on every front to create an environment to meet the basic needs of clean air, pure water, viable soil for plant life and food supply, and David the sustainability of all life forms that enrich life on Earth. Sound transportation strategies, building strategies, community planning strategies, etc. designed to support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in order to achieve these objectives for a healthful future for the generations to come. |
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1/28/2020 |
Sarah |
Middeleer |
CTASLA |
Newtown |
Connecticut |
Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address... read more Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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1/28/2020 |
Kenny |
Foscue, MPH |
North Haven Clean Energy Task Force |
North Haven |
Connecticut |
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of... read more Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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1/29/2020 |
Michael |
Deering |
Vermont citizen |
Barre |
Vermont |
Vermont, having one of the lowest carbon footprint in the United States, does not need to participate in this program in anyway. This will only increase the cost of living for Vermonters. We can... read more Vermont, having one of the lowest carbon footprint in the United States, does not need to participate in this program in anyway. This will only increase the cost of living for Vermonters. We can no longer afford any more increased taxation in any method. This will only seriously increase the cost of living and negatively impact low and moderate income Vermonters. We cannot afford this. And there is no need. I respectfully request that Vermont not participate in this initiative whatsoever! |
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1/29/2020 |
Joseph |
Moller |
Resident of MERIDEN - |
Meriden |
Connecticut |
Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address... read more Connecticut’s transportation sector is the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the state at 38% of the total. This is a climate crisis, and we must immediately work to address the greatest challenge of our generation.
· I support a transportation plan that is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution while investing in sustainable transportation modes. Bus transit, rail, walking, and biking must be improved across the state, especially in cities and town centers.
· This transportation plan is also a land use plan, and we must stop investing in a sprawling, unsustainable development model. Future development in the state must be in cities, town centers, and near transit stations.
· We should not be investing in expanding interstates. Expanding our interstates in Connecticut both increases emissions in the long term from induced demand and increased driving while putting development pressure on the state’s dwindling forests and farms.
· Many cities and towns in the region have shovel-ready plans to improve transit, rail, and active transportation. We must invest in a future with more people on buses, trains, on foot, and riding bicycles. That future includes more transit-oriented development in walkable communities.
· Addressing greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles also means immediate health benefits for our most overburdened populations as a result of improved air quality and fewer emissions of localized pollutants responsible for cancer and respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, among other adverse health impacts. |
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