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STOCKTON TO DEPLOY NORTHERN CALIFORNIA’S FIRST BATTERY ELECTRIC TRANSIT BUSES

Stockton to Deploy Northern California’s First Battery Electric Transit Buses – Zero Emission Buses Will Help Improve Region’s Air Quality

California Energy Commission provides funding for two electric buses built by Proterra and operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit District

Stockton, Calif. – The first zero emission battery electric transit buses in Northern California were put into service today by the San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD).

The buses will operate on a rapid charging system and will have all of the functionality of a conventional transit bus.

The California Energy Commission (CEC) provided $2.56 million from its “AB 118” program that enabled the RTD to purchase the two zero emission buses made by Proterra in the United States. Read the press release.

SNEAK PEEK AT FIAT 500E

Chrysler Fiat brought four brand new Fiat 500e EVs (electric vehicles) to an exclusive, invite-only ride and drive here at CALSTART Pasadena HQ. The cars proved popular among local thought leaders who took them for a spin. Many were impressed by the car's zippy performance, combined with the price tag, which after incentives, is the same as its gasoline-powered counterpart. Fiat says after Federal, California and dealer credits, the car will cost $20,500. The company is marketing the vehicle with an innovative offer: 12 free Enterprise rentals for longer road trips. It has a range of about 80 miles. Read more about the Fiat 500e. Check out more photos from the event.
(Photo: Fiat 500e under the solar canopy at CALSTART HQ, April 30, 2012.)

CALSTART WINS PASADENA 2013 GREEN CITY AWARD

CALSTART Headquarters, Pasadena, California January 31, 2012. New solar panels on roof.

CALSTART proudly accepted a 2013 Green City Award from Pasadena on April 20. We were recognized for the solar installation that powers HQ, along with five electric vehicle stations. Read more about the installation. Read the announcement from the City of Pasadena.

CALL TO ACTION: HELP LEAD CALIFORNIA'S CLEAN TRANSPORTATION POLICY

CALSTART Backing Clean Transportation Incentives Bills in California

CALSTART is sponsoring two bills Senate Bill 11 (Pavley and Cannella) and Assembly Bill 8 (Perea and Skinner) that would extend California’s clean transportation incentive programs through 2023. The programs that would be extended include the AB 118 clean fuel and vehicle programs and the Carl Moyer and AB 923 local air district funds for diesel emission reduction. By extending the programs through 2023, SB 11 and AB 8 would provide more than $2 billion in clean air and transportation funding in California. The bills also dedicate funding, in lieu of regulatory action, to construct the minimum fueling infrastructure necessary to support the impending introduction of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

We encourage you to join the coalition as passing this bill will require active support from a very broad coalition. Please contact CALSTART Policy Director Jamie Hall with questions or offers of support. 626-744-5600 or jhall@calstart.org.

For updates and more information visit our policy page.

(Photos: Senator Pavley, left, Assemblymember Perea)

LOCATION IS EVERYTHING: COMMERCIAL RENTAL SPACE AVAILABLE AT CALSTART HQ

CALSTART has just slightly more than 6,000 s.f. of office space available to lease on the second floor of its headquarters building in Pasadena. This is a great opportunity for an organization seeking growth in the clean transportation tech industry or a company wanting a great location with good clean space. The space currently has a humidifier and air conditioner that could be used to operate a “clean room” – which the previous tenant did. The building is near local notable educational institutions, features 5 EV chargers, and is within walking distance of a diversity of restaurants and retail shopping. AND 90% of the building’s current energy needs are met by the solar panels located on the roof and over the parking lot. Enjoy the sun and this great location in Southern California! If you have questions or would like to arrange a tour of the space contact Bill VanAmburg, Senior Vice President, CALSTART, at (626)744-5650 or email him at bvanamburg@calstart.org. Information flyer here.

CALSTART CELEBRATING 20 YEARS IN CLEAN TRANSPORTATION

For twenty years CALSTART has built a clean transportation legacy, bringing together key stakeholders throughout the country. Industry partners were invited to join us for our 20th Anniversary Luncheon as we celebrated past accomplishments and prepare for the next chapter in building a robust clean transportation industry. Read the CALSTART 20th Anniversary Program.

Our luncheon honorees were:
- U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer
- Congressman Jerry Lewis (Ret.)
- Mike Peevey, President, California Public Utilities Commissions and First Co-Chair of CALSTART
- Lon Bell, Retired President and Founder of Amerigon, and First Co-Chair of CALSTART

Watch the video, "Vision: celebrating 20 years of service at CALSTART":