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What Other States Can Learn from California’s Journey to 150,000 EV Chargers
New RMI analysis explores California’s successes and challenges in its efforts to reform permitting processes for truck depots.

Rideshare Drivers’ Access to EV Charging: What’s Working, What’s Not
Many rideshare drivers have EV charging access, but challenges in housing, infrastructure, zoning, and permitting are hindering faster EV adoption.

The Top Ten Climate Developments of 2024
The year 2024 saw a lot of grim climate milestones, from being the hottest year on record to destructive floods, hurricanes, and wildfires. However, there were also climate developments to celebrate. Here we list our top ten, in no particular order.

We Can End Our Dependence on the Newly Mined Minerals That Go into EV Batteries. Here’s How.
Conversations around the EV battery supply chain tend to center on the perceived dearth of available minerals, the vulnerability to disruption, and the lack of…

Electrification 101: How Fleets and Utilities Can Work Together to Unlock Electrified Transportation
Fleets and utilities can become leaders in the emerging vehicle electrification space by working together to drive proactive grid investments.