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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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2/13/2020 |
Stephen |
Donnelly |
Secretary of Friends of the Manhan Rail Trail |
Easthampton |
Massachusetts |
I care about reducing pollution from transportation because it contributes to climate change.
Thank you Governor Baker for your leadership. I request that Massachusetts formally join the... read more I care about reducing pollution from transportation because it contributes to climate change.
Thank you Governor Baker for your leadership. I request that Massachusetts formally join the program.
I ask that the leadership chooses the most aggressive greenhouse gas reduction target that the most recent climate science tells us we need.
I urge that the policy prioritizes clean investments in areas overburdened by pollution and/or for those who don’t have access to transportation choices. |
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2/21/2020 |
Stephen |
Yooung |
stephengyoungsblogoftheworld.com |
Haddonfield |
New Jersey |
Public transit in this country, a key in dealing with climate change, has been neglected far too long. As compared with other industrialized countries, our transit infrastructure is inconvenient,... read more Public transit in this country, a key in dealing with climate change, has been neglected far too long. As compared with other industrialized countries, our transit infrastructure is inconvenient, overcrowded, largely obsolete and often dank and dirty. It's a disgrace and leads people to drive far more than they should need to - which in turn results both to excessive carbon emissions and personal stress. A plan like the one here envisioned is a good remedial starting place. When fleshed out, it could potentially transform our living standard much for the better. |
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2/25/2020 |
Stephen |
Clifford |
Mr. |
Langhorne |
Pennsylvania |
we need a comprehensive plan to reduce carbon emissions from transportation and it is blatantly obvious our infrastructure needs massive investment. Please support TCI. we need a comprehensive plan to reduce carbon emissions from transportation and it is blatantly obvious our infrastructure needs massive investment. Please support TCI. |
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2/26/2020 |
Stephen |
Devoto |
Wesleyan University |
Middletown |
Connecticut |
Please help make Connecticut a leader in transportation and climate. The youth will respect you for trying. Please help make Connecticut a leader in transportation and climate. The youth will respect you for trying. |
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2/28/2020 |
Stephen |
Martin |
Maine Citizen |
Brunswick |
Maine |
Climate change caused by human activity is an irrefutable fact, despite the financially motivated short term position of climate deniers.
Adoption of TCI will usher in a new economy with... read more Climate change caused by human activity is an irrefutable fact, despite the financially motivated short term position of climate deniers.
Adoption of TCI will usher in a new economy with substantial economic, health, and environmental benefits by transitioning to cleaner and more efficient transportation options.
Maine can’t miss this opportunity to invest in solutions to help Maine people safely get to where they need to go that are both affordable and good for the environment.
Mainers deserve new options that result in cleaner air and healthier choices. Pouring pollution into the air and sending our hard-earned money out of state to line the pockets of the fossil fuel industry is not the best path forward for our economy.
Maine needs an ambitious plan to reduce climate-changing transportation pollution. Working together with neighboring states to give Maine hundreds of millions of dollars it can invest here at home just makes sense.
Adopting TCI will further the mission of saving our precious planet for our children. |
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2/28/2020 |
Stephen |
Parks |
Self |
Derwood |
Maryland |
Please be mindful of the real science and ignore the bull propagated by some green interest groups.
We are not headed for the Apocalypse. The best true science, as reported by real... read more Please be mindful of the real science and ignore the bull propagated by some green interest groups.
We are not headed for the Apocalypse. The best true science, as reported by real research institutions and the IPCC [Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change] predict moderate warming and slow sea level rise over the coming century, with small economic impacts.
There will be extreme events including droughts, storms, and floods; but these will not increase greatly in frequency or severity. The most significant thing about the past decade is the massively increased number of video cameras on cell phones, ready to capture dramatic footage.
Zoning laws and building codes should be changed to limit construction of buildings on beach dunes for example, or housing developments built on filled-in salt marshes. Zoning policy should encourage placing residences close to public transportation and to workplaces.
Electricity generation should not only include "wind farms" and "solar farms" but much more important, we should start expanding the amount of electricity generated by nuclear plants. Please note that in spite of some dramatic accidents, nuclear power is still the safest and cleanest of all our power sources. We need energy diversity, so coal plants should be kept operational.
According to most climate models, the equator will warm only slightly while temperate and arctic winters will be much milder. |
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2/28/2020 |
stephen |
jones |
1952 |
Walkersville |
Maryland |
I strongly support the Transportation Climate Initiative. The quicker we get behind clean energy, energy efficiency, and mass transportation the better off we will be as a state. Investing in... read more I strongly support the Transportation Climate Initiative. The quicker we get behind clean energy, energy efficiency, and mass transportation the better off we will be as a state. Investing in these areas will create jobs, help reduce carbon emissions and clean the air. Thank you |
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2/28/2020 |
Stephen |
Littlefield |
Taxpayer |
TOPSHAM |
Maine |
The proposed gas tx increase is destructive for business! Everyything comes into the state and moves over the road, that means everything will become more expensive! Many of us can not afford an... read more The proposed gas tx increase is destructive for business! Everyything comes into the state and moves over the road, that means everything will become more expensive! Many of us can not afford an increase like this, as it effects everything that we purchase from food to clothing to building materials, EVERYTHING! This is poorly thought out and should be shut down, unless the plan is to have half the population on welfare.
Please do not push this poorly thought out idea forward! |
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2/28/2020 |
Stephen |
Soule |
WGL |
Washington |
District of Columbia |
Washington Gas, which has about 765 vehicles in its fleet, supports the growth and development of − and transition to − low-carbon transportation fuels, including geologic and renewable natural... read more Washington Gas, which has about 765 vehicles in its fleet, supports the growth and development of − and transition to − low-carbon transportation fuels, including geologic and renewable natural gas (RNG).
There are several factors that motivate the company’s support. For one, medium and heavy-duty vehicles contribute a disproportionate amount of pollution in urban areas throughout the country, and in many cases are the most significant contributors to ozone pollution and smog. (footnote 1) This is not because cleaner technology does not exist, but rather because cleaner technology is not being deployed in effective numbers.
Converting medium and heavy-duty vehicles to natural gas can bend the emissions curve immediately, providing a ready-now, proven and highly cost-effective solution for a low-carbon transportation future. Compared to diesel, for example, natural gas engines fueled with geologic natural gas reduce CO2 and GHG emissions by at least 12%. (footnote 2)
When fueled by RNG, CO2 and GHG emissions can be reduced by up to 331%. (footnote 2)
Cap-and-invest program resources invested in natural gas technologies would significantly and immediately benefit all communities by maximizing the displacement of older, higher emitting medium and heavy-duty vehicles.
Washington Gas knows firsthand the value of NGV in its ongoing commitment to implementing sustainable business practices in how it manages its own operations, and that includes adopting NGV for its fleet.
In fact, in 2011, four years prior to the Paris Agreement, Washington Gas set 2020 targets for GHG reductions for its fleet and facilities, and to lower the carbon intensity of the gas it delivers. The company exceeded those goals in 2016. Washington Gas then announced new, updated targets for 2025, including carbon neutrality for its fleet and facilities by 2025.
Currently, the company has 289 NGVs, which equates to 38% of its current fleet. By adding dedicated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and bi-fuel CNG vehicles to the fleet, and by taking active measures to manage fleet emissions, Washington Gas has significantly reduced the annual per vehicle emissions intensity for its fleet.
Washington Gas also monitors liquid fuel usage in bi-fuel vehicles to ensure drivers are utilizing CNG as their primary fuel source, and it monitors the liquid fuel gallons that are displaced by CNG usage each year. The company has seen an increase in this displacement as its CNG fleet has grown and CNG fuel usage awareness has gained traction throughout the company.
1 https://www.ngvamerica.org/environment.
2 Dependent upon RNG source. Reductions of 45% up to 331% compared to diesel; values based on CARB LCFS program data under CA-GREET 3.0.
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10/14/2020 |
Stephen |
Dutschke |
none |
Louisville |
Kentucky |
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 |
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10/16/2020 |
Stephen |
Gliva |
none |
Evanston |
Illinois |
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 |
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1/1/2020 |
Stephanie |
Doba |
Volunteer with Sierra Club's Beyond Coal campaign |
Brooklyn |
New York |
The key to wider adoption of electric vehicles is building out a robust fast-charging infrastructure. Until consumers see DC fast-charging stations as a practical alternative to gas stations, they... read more The key to wider adoption of electric vehicles is building out a robust fast-charging infrastructure. Until consumers see DC fast-charging stations as a practical alternative to gas stations, they will be reluctant to consider buying electric cars. TCI should incentive or subsidize installation of tens of thousands of fast-charging stations of minimum 150 kW -- and the signage and advertising necessary to give them visibility to the wider public. New regulations could even REQUIRE gas stations to provide space for charging vendors like EVgo, Electrify America, Tesla, or local power authorities, to install EV fast-charging stations.
Level 2 charging stations are far less useful in general - but would be very useful in urban areas if paired with parking spots where residents could leave their cars overnight or throughout the week. These should be special street parking areas with Level 2 charging stations and suitable enforcement to heavily penalize internal combustion cars from parking in those spots. In my location (Brooklyn, NY), where most people don't have driveways, I'm sure that more people would buy EV's if they would be assured of parking spots paired with Level 2 charging!
I own a Tesla Model 3. I charge it from my home when I can get the parking spot in front of my house, and I frequently use Tesla Superchargers when I travel. But not everyone can organize their lives around parking and charging; we need to make electric vehicle charging as plentiful as gas stations. |
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2/21/2020 |
Stephanie |
Bourdelle |
Democrat |
Sheffield |
Vermont |
VT Buses need to be electric, and there are a lot of areas they don't go. Expand the routes by sending out questionnaires to all residents. We VTers need better access to commercial bus-... read more VT Buses need to be electric, and there are a lot of areas they don't go. Expand the routes by sending out questionnaires to all residents. We VTers need better access to commercial bus-lines, rail (e.g., Montrealer, etc.), and airlines. There needs to be transportation to Burlington and Montpelier (the East side of the state is woefully neglected). How about bus lines, etc. accepting debit/credit cards instead of change? How about interstate transportation (e.g., St. Johnsbury to Littleton, Hanover, Lebanon, NH). In France they have a rapid/quiet train system which rides on opposing magnetic fields -- this would be a wonderful update for some of the U.S. rail systems (esp. the Montrealer). |
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2/25/2020 |
Stephanie |
Moffett-Hynds |
Arlington Energy Committee |
Arlington |
Vermont |
I attended one of the information meetings on the TCI that was held in Manchester, VT. It makes so much sense to me that we join forces with other states (following the example of REGGI) to make... read more I attended one of the information meetings on the TCI that was held in Manchester, VT. It makes so much sense to me that we join forces with other states (following the example of REGGI) to make sure that we can make a serious impact on addressing the major contributor of our carbon footprint. No plan is perfect, but we mustn't let the perfect be the enemy of the good. At this critical juncture, without a plan at all, we would be signing away this planet's future. I refuse to do that to my children. Or anyone else's. |
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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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12/15/2019 |
Steinberg |
Peter |
Citizen |
Boston |
Massachusetts |
I believe this is doomed to fail in reducing admissions, will disproportionately hurt low income citizens and is being advanced without appropriate legislative action in the various states it has... read more I believe this is doomed to fail in reducing admissions, will disproportionately hurt low income citizens and is being advanced without appropriate legislative action in the various states it has been proposed in. I vehemently oppose this being enacted without legislative approval. |
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10/28/2019 |
Stanley |
Spoors |
None |
Skowhegan |
Maine |
"AUGUSTA – Governor Janet Mills is negotiating a multi-state agreement that could sharply increase the cost of gasoline and diesel for Maine people, and Mainers should take the opportunity to... read more "AUGUSTA – Governor Janet Mills is negotiating a multi-state agreement that could sharply increase the cost of gasoline and diesel for Maine people, and Mainers should take the opportunity to weigh in with their comments, says a group that advocates for Maine’s taxpayers and consumers."
As the people in the State of Maine are already the 3rd highest taxed population in the nation, and because Maine's economy is still struggling (even after the tremendous advances made by Governor LePage) the last thing we need is an increase in taxes based on junk science about climate change! These political scares about the impending devastation of our planet have been circulating for more than 120 years, and they are no more credible now than they were back then. |
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1/19/2020 |
Stanley |
McDonald, Jr. |
self |
Sherborn |
Massachusetts |
This initiative is vitally needed to reduce carbon emissions from transportation. This initiative is vitally needed to reduce carbon emissions from transportation. |
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10/31/2019 |
Stan |
Moran |
Xpress Markets Inc |
Riner |
Virginia |
Xpress Markets, Inc., currently employs 90 people, is strongly opposed to the "framework for a draft regional policy proposal" which seeks to expropriate the petroleum marketing... read more Xpress Markets, Inc., currently employs 90 people, is strongly opposed to the "framework for a draft regional policy proposal" which seeks to expropriate the petroleum marketing industry. Over time this plan proposes to move Virginia from simple rationing and new taxes to the ultimate prohibition of fossil fuels.
This plan does not assess the collateral damage it will inflict on state revenue, local tax collections, Virginia's Transportation Trust fund, and consumers.
Many of the advocates of these policies support regulation to electrify transportation. Those advocates somehow forget to mention that a major component of batteries powering these vehicles is cobalt, 90 percent of which is mined in third world countries under unfavorable working conditions.
As the number of electric vehicles grows, petroleum marketers will likely have to battle for a share of the electric vehicle charging market with utility companies that see EV charging as a new business opportunity without cost. When utility companies install charging stations, they may seek the ability to include that cost as part of their capital investment. When these costs are approved by governmental regulatory agencies, they can then be passed on to all ratepayers as part of their monthly electric bills.
Xpress Markets, Inc believes this would provide regulated utilities an unfair competitive advantage that Virginia based small businesses simply cannot compete with. I must economically justify and self-fund at risk investments in new equipment like EV charging stations and so should my competition.
Another likely competitor under this scheme is the state government itself. This is not a concept, as just this past session the General Assembly passed legislation to allow the Departments of Conservation and Recreation, General Services, and Transportation to install electric chargers. Fortunately our association was able to narrow this initiative considerably by limiting the number of state agencies involved and mitigating the threat of unfair competition by requiring the state to sell the power at prevailing market rates including taxes.
All Virginians, particularly the petroleum marketing and convenience industries, support a clean environment. There are many ways to achieve this without rationing. Incentivizing the sale of electric vehicles does nothing to meet your stated goals of "equity, environmental justice, and non-discrimination." As one example, the stated goals could be achieved far faster and cheaper via efforts to assist low-income Virginians to purchase more fuel efficient vehicles that meet current and future CAFÉ standards.
History has proven that rationing followed by prohibition - the ultimate goal of TCI - has led to black markets, unregulated and untaxed sales, and undue burdens on law enforcement.
The impact of these proposals will not be solely on fuel sellers and convenience stores - what about the auto repair industry, muffler shops, service facilities at new car dealers, quick lubes etc.? What about agriculture, construction and watermen who will be forced to scrap present equipment or pay artificially high prices due to rationing? What about the consumer who will experience not only higher prices to operate their personal vehicles, but higher prices for consumer goods and services?
Xpress Markets, Inc opposes the TCI plan to ration, tax and ultimately eliminate fossil fuels. |
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