Electric vehicle popularity is soaring, and West-MEC is trying to stay ahead of the curve through a sponsorship with SRP. The utility provider is partnering with the college to ensure that interested students get certified as auto technicians, with experience working on electric cars.
Transportation electrification (TE) has emerged as a crucial decarbonization strategy in the fight against climate change. States, particularly California, are leading the way in transitioning to emissions-free transportation. In September 2022, California’s Governor issued Executive Order N-79-20, directing that all new passenger vehicles and trucks sold in the state be electric by 2035. While TE presents immense benefits, the equitable distribution of these benefits is vital to ensure a just transition. In ILLUME’s newly published whitepaper and ArcGIS StoryMap, we explore the barriers to equitable TE and propose strategies to enhance electric vehicle (EV) access in Black and Brown Communities.
Nxu Inc., (NASDAQ: NXU), a US-owned technology company manufacturing innovative battery cells and battery packs for use in advanced energy storage systems and megawatt charging stations, today announced the appointment of Sarah Wyant as Vice President of Finance and Madeline Lefton as Director of Government Affairs, effective May 15, 2023.
When the wheels on a diesel school bus go round, the resulting exhaust disproportionately impacts the health of children and communities of color. That’s why west Phoenix’s Isaac School District, located in a predominantly Latinx part of the metro area, decided to pursue federal funding for electric school buses to ferry children into cleaner future learning environments.
When Nikola showed up to the 2022 ACT Expo in Long Beach last year, the message was simple: we’re still here. After all the trials and tribulations the fledgling truck brand had faced on its road to reality, the fact that it had survived Trevor Milton’s scattered, controversial “leadership” was probably the most underrated clean tech accomplishment of the last few years. But this year, the message was different. Nikola isn’t just here — Nikola is the real deal.
Atlis Motor Vehicles has gained shareholder approval to rebrand to Nxu Inc. in a move to restructure its business to focus on electric vehicle batteries and charging systems, the company announced on Thursday. The Mesa electric vehicle technology company will begin trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “NXU” on May 15. In addition, Atlis (Nasdaq: AMV) will become a subsidiary of a newly formed Delaware corporation, Nxu Inc.
While Arizona has had a large presence in the aerospace and defense sectors dating back to the 1980s, the state is becoming a hub for makers of electric vehicles, batteries and semiconductors. Some of the latest wins for Arizona include LG Energy Solution, which recently announced a $5.5 billion battery manufacturing facility near Phoenix, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), which is investing $40 billion to open the company’s second chip plant in the Grand Canyon State.
Secretary of the Department of Transportation Pete Buttigieg sat down with ABC15, discussing a number of topics including the future of electric vehicles in Arizona and across the country. According to the latest numbers from the Department of Energy, there are more than 40,000 electric vehicles zipping by on Arizona streets — but it’s not just about the energy savings. In a recent interview, Sec. Buttigieg said electric vehicles are also driving up the job market in Arizona.
Alongside Governor Durazo, Governor Hobbs announced a first-of-its-kind Cross-Border Electric Trucking Pilot Program that will build businesses, create jobs, and help preserve Arizona’s natural resources and climate. This program will help ensure Arizona is leading the world into the green economy future.
Clean energy investments and incentives – passed thanks to President Biden and Congressional Democrats – have turbocharged our clean energy economy in Arizona. Since becoming law on August 16th, clean energy companies have announced new energy projects in droves, looking to utilize the incentives found in President Biden’s historic clean energy plan, also referred to as the Inflation Reduction Act. With these announcements, companies across Arizona are set to employ clean energy workers of all backgrounds—from electricians and construction workers to engineers and support staff. Most of these jobs will not require a 4-year degree.