Jun 7, 2023 · A nationwide transition to clean, zero-emission passenger vehicles would have a dramatic impact on the air quality and health of Americans, according to a new report by the American Lung Association.

Sep 10, 2024 · A series of reports illustrating the urgency of a widespread and rapid transition to zero-emission vehicles, coupled with clean, non-combustion electricity, to protect health across the United States.

WASHINGTON – Today, March 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized the strongest pollution standards for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles in history. These standards will avoid more than 7 billion tons of carbon emissions and provide nearly $100 billion of annual net benefits to society, including $13 ...

Mar 10, 2021 · First, switching from conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars to EVs instantly eliminates all toxic tailpipe pollution such as nitrogen oxides (NOx), particles, and carbon monoxide (CO). This is down to there not being a polluting combustion process.

“Zero-emission” is an inclusive term that includes electric vehicles and all other non-polluting vehicles. Why should people drive zero-emission cars? • Transitioning to zero-emission cars has huge health benefits across the board. Gas-powered cars are a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gases that drive climate change.

Feb 26, 2025 · On the Green Vehicle Guide you can search for green vehicles and see information on light duty vehicles, including emerging vehicle technology and alternative fuels. The site also addresses transportation's role in climate change.

WASHINGTON – Today, March 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced final national pollution standards for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles for model years 2027 through 2032 and beyond. These standards will avoid more than 7 billion tons of carbon emissions and provide nearly $100 billion of annual net ...

Oct 21, 2021 · President Biden has committed to invest $174bn (£126bn) in electric vehicles, or EVs, and their infrastructure and pledged that half of all new vehicles sold in 2030 will be zero-emissions...

Dec 5, 2022 · A new study found that the 1972 Act has driven spectacular decreases in pollution from U.S. passenger vehicles, but poses a challenge for pollution policy in low-income communities.

Nov 10, 2021 · At least 13 nations also committed to end the sale of fossil fuel powered heavy duty vehicles by 2040. Local efforts are also underway, with Latin-American cities, including Bogota, Cuenca and...