TCI Regional Policy Design Stakeholder Submissions

Material submitted through the TCI Public Input form from April 2019-February 2021 is viewable here. View input submitted from March 1, 2021 forward here. All material submitted on this page informed the participating jurisdictions in the 2019-2020 TCI regional policy design process. Click on the column headings to sort the submissions.

Date	First	Last	Affiliation	City	State	Input	File
2/25/2020	Justin	Boyan	Climate Action Rhode Island (350.org/ri)	Providence	Rhode Island	I support the TCI. The northeast must lead the way to a renewable energy future, urgently. Combustion-powered vehicles must go the way of the horse and buggy this decade -- there is no time left... read more I support the TCI. The northeast must lead the way to a renewable energy future, urgently. Combustion-powered vehicles must go the way of the horse and buggy this decade -- there is no time left to waste. Low-income communities must be assisted in the transition, too.	-
2/21/2020	Brian	Wilder	Climate Action Rhode Island	Cranston	Rhode Island	Please help enact the regional Transportation and Climate Initiative! It’s critical. Please help enact the regional Transportation and Climate Initiative! It’s critical.	-
2/25/2020	Elizabeth	McLaughlin	Climate Action of RI	Providence	Rhode Island	I support the TCI! Fossil fuel emissions are currently destroying our climate. I'm counting on our governments to take actions that could reduce emissions -- and doing so by increasing... read more I support the TCI! Fossil fuel emissions are currently destroying our climate. I'm counting on our governments to take actions that could reduce emissions -- and doing so by increasing everyone's transit options is a win-win policy.	-
5/24/2019	Blake	Cady	Climate Action Brookline (CAB)	Brookline	Massachusetts	Eventually, all transportation must be electrified. A carbon fee and dividend is the most useful method, at present, to drive this process. Electric cars and busses can be subsidized in by... read more Eventually, all transportation must be electrified. A carbon fee and dividend is the most useful method, at present, to drive this process. Electric cars and busses can be subsidized in by increased additional gasoline tax with revenue used to reduce fare prices on trollies and busses to support public transportation and decrease auto use, and assigning part of the carbon fee to reduce fares.	-
3/5/2020	Clem	Dinsmore	Climate & Energy Committee, Sierra Club DE chapter	Wilmington	Delaware	My initial thoughts/questions are attached in the file upload. I welcome discussion of them. My initial thoughts/questions are attached in the file upload. I welcome discussion of them.	QUESTIONS RETRANSPORTATION_0.pdf
2/25/2020	Johnathan	Berard	Clean Water Action	Providence	Rhode Island	I support TCI and want Rhode Island to invest equitably in clean transportation strategies that improve air quality and mobility in our overburdened communities. I support TCI and want Rhode Island to invest equitably in clean transportation strategies that improve air quality and mobility in our overburdened communities.	-
2/28/2020	David	Pringle	Clean Water Action	Cranford	New Jersey	Please see the attached for details. TCI must reduce emissions in line with IPCC targets, TCI must benefit EJ communities, and all TCI proceeds must go to those purposes! Please see the attached for details. TCI must reduce emissions in line with IPCC targets, TCI must benefit EJ communities, and all TCI proceeds must go to those purposes!	Clean Water Action TCI Comments 2.28.20.pdf
1/18/2020	MICHAEL	STRAIGHT	Clean Energy Technology Resources, LLC	ELMIRA	New York	I support the study to be done to lower carbon emissions from transportation. It is my concern that the raw materials needed to make all new electric cars for our society will be problematic. It... read more I support the study to be done to lower carbon emissions from transportation. It is my concern that the raw materials needed to make all new electric cars for our society will be problematic. It might be wiser to retrofit ICE with electric motors. There is a company that is doing that. It is concerning that another peak demand will be created by charging EV's at night. How is the electricity going to be generated for the fueling of EV's that will consume a lot of electricity? Will this turn into a windfall for utilities? This transition needs to be fair and equal. Fuel cells hold such a promise for the future, but, as they stand now, using methane seems counterproductive. The rural transportation problem is huge and complex. Even with auto guided vehicles, the cost will be huge to provide transportation for rural folks who will have no transportation because they cannot afford EV's. The study will bring to the surface problems and solutions to the huge evolution in transportation that is coming. We should be grateful to you for pursuing such a huge project. Thank you!	-
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).	-
2/22/2020	shirley	mccarthy	Clean Energy Committee Branford	Branford	Connecticut	Clean Transportation is a must both for climate mitigation and human health. We have to act now to curtail planet warming otherwise it will be too late. Additionally CT residents suffer from a... read more Clean Transportation is a must both for climate mitigation and human health. We have to act now to curtail planet warming otherwise it will be too late. Additionally CT residents suffer from a number of lung diseases secondary to pollution from transportation.	-
11/4/2019	Brett	Barry	Clean Energy	Charleston	South Carolina		CE Comments on TCI Draft Proposal.pdf
2/28/2020	Brett	Barry	Clean Energy	Charleston	South Carolina	Thank you for the opportunity to provide the attached comments. Regards, Brett Barry Thank you for the opportunity to provide the attached comments. Regards, Brett Barry	TCI Draft MOU Comments 2-28-20.pdf
2/26/2020	Jessica	Krow	Clean Air Council board member	Philadelphia	Pennsylvania	My city has way too many orange alert days for air quality, making it inadvisable to go outside, since I am a senior, one of the “sensitive groups” who are warned to stay inside. But I have to... read more My city has way too many orange alert days for air quality, making it inadvisable to go outside, since I am a senior, one of the “sensitive groups” who are warned to stay inside. But I have to walk my little dog, himself in a sensitive group since he is only 18 pounds. Much of our ozone and small particulates in Philadelphia come from the transportation sector. I already produce solar electricity on my garage roof, a great source of power for the electric car I will buy when my 16 year old Honda wears out. We have tremendous solar potential here. Every outdoor parking lot could be shaded by solar collectors! A clean transportation sector is not rocket science. We can do this with available technology.	-
2/26/2020	Will	Fraser	Clean Air Council	Philadelphia	Pennsylvania	I support Pennsylvania joining the Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI). Environmental advocates across the region believe this is a critical step to improving transportation and addressing... read more I support Pennsylvania joining the Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI). Environmental advocates across the region believe this is a critical step to improving transportation and addressing the climate crisis and a strong initiative is paramount to combating climate change. Please insure TCI includes a strong program that invests in public transportation, biking, walking, and prioritizes equity. Thanks, Will	-
3/1/2020	Russ	Allen	Clean Air Council	Jenkintown	Pennsylvania	This is exactly what's needed. With transportation the sector of the economy now producing the most carbon emissions, it's time to apply a system that will result in a near complete... read more This is exactly what's needed. With transportation the sector of the economy now producing the most carbon emissions, it's time to apply a system that will result in a near complete electrification of the automobile fleet.	Council logo.pdf
10/14/2020	Allan	Campbell	Clean Air Council	San Jose	California	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... read more 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	-
10/14/2020	Daniel	Safer	Clean Air Council	Philadelphia	Pennsylvania	Completing the pipeline will enable more fossil fuel extraction and usage, as well as more leaks and spills, at a time when we should urgently reduce greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time,... read more Completing the pipeline will enable more fossil fuel extraction and usage, as well as more leaks and spills, at a time when we should urgently reduce greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, solar power is rapidly becoming the most economical source of electricity, as well as the cleanest, and will reduce the demand for fossil fuel. Completing the pipeline will create temporary jobs and short-term profits for a few corporations while doing long-term environmental damage.	-
10/14/2020	Julie	Sears	Clean Air Council	Richardson	Texas	I am making the following requests: 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 am making the following requests: 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	-
10/14/2020	Constantina	Hanse	Clean Air Council	Pittsburgh	Pennsylvania	I would like a TCI program that includes: 1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032 2. An increase in the minimum investment in overburdened and underserved communities... read more I would like a TCI program that includes: 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	-
10/14/2020	Ari	Meyer	Clean Air Council	Austin	Texas	To whom it may concern: For the TCI program, please institute the following: 1. A cap on carbon emissions of at least 25% by 2032 2. An increase in the minimum... read more To whom it may concern: For the TCI program, please institute the following: 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 Thank you, Ari Meyer	-

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