There is big news in the Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) world! Last week, Colorado’s Air Quality Control Commission passed a ZEV mandate. This was done to help address the fact that the Denver metro area has been out of compliance with Federal air quality standards since 2008. By 2023, 4.9% of a manufacturer’s new vehicles for sale in the state must be electric vehicles (EVs), plug-in hybrids, or others that produce zero emissions. There are at least 48 passenger ZEV models available, with dozens more hybrid plug ins that run partially on gas, and the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and Global Automakers are on board with Colorado becoming a ZEV state. In more good news, RTD is buying 17 new electric buses and charging stations, making it one of the biggest fleets of electric buses in the country. And to address the issue of non renewables powering EVs, Governor Polis has set a goal of powering Colorado’s electric grid from 100 percent renewable energy sources by 2040, which would further cut vehicle emissions. This is in addition to the Executive Order he signed to get more electric vehicles on Colorado roads.
To help celebrate all of this positive momentum, on Sunday, September 15th, SRL is proud to be co-hosting Longmont’s first Electric Vehicle Fair as part of National Drive Electric Week! Started in 2011, the goal of this national week-long focus on electric plug-in and hybrid plug-in vehicles is to heighten awareness and highlight the benefits of these low emissions, fun-to-drive cars. It is estimated that a consumer can save $10,000 on fuel and maintenance costs over the life of the car. SRL is partnering with several other Longmont groups to showcase the variety and enthusiasm for EVs among local residents. So far, 18 EV owners (including owners of Tesla models 3, X and S) have signed up to offer rides and share their experience with owning and driving electric vehicles. To register your vehicle please click here. Confirmed speakers include State Senator Mike Foote and Longmont Mayor Brian Bagley, on what the state and City are doing to move forward with EVs. Valley Nissan, King Chevrolet and Green-Eyed Motors will be among the auto dealers offering vehicle displays and ride and drives. Business vendors include the Boulder County and Longmont Sustainability Programs, EcoMark Solar, Namaste Solar, the Platte River Power Authority, and more. There will also be information about rebates and incentives to drive electric. Food trucks, live music, a kids tent and free face painting will make this a fun, family-friendly event!
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.srlongmont.org/renewable-energy.html or to sign up to volunteer, click HERE.
To help celebrate all of this positive momentum, on Sunday, September 15th, SRL is proud to be co-hosting Longmont’s first Electric Vehicle Fair as part of National Drive Electric Week! Started in 2011, the goal of this national week-long focus on electric plug-in and hybrid plug-in vehicles is to heighten awareness and highlight the benefits of these low emissions, fun-to-drive cars. It is estimated that a consumer can save $10,000 on fuel and maintenance costs over the life of the car. SRL is partnering with several other Longmont groups to showcase the variety and enthusiasm for EVs among local residents. So far, 18 EV owners (including owners of Tesla models 3, X and S) have signed up to offer rides and share their experience with owning and driving electric vehicles. To register your vehicle please click here. Confirmed speakers include State Senator Mike Foote and Longmont Mayor Brian Bagley, on what the state and City are doing to move forward with EVs. Valley Nissan, King Chevrolet and Green-Eyed Motors will be among the auto dealers offering vehicle displays and ride and drives. Business vendors include the Boulder County and Longmont Sustainability Programs, EcoMark Solar, Namaste Solar, the Platte River Power Authority, and more. There will also be information about rebates and incentives to drive electric. Food trucks, live music, a kids tent and free face painting will make this a fun, family-friendly event!
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.srlongmont.org/renewable-energy.html or to sign up to volunteer, click HERE.
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