California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, used the COP30 climate gathering in Belém to form new international collaborations focused on clean technology, methane reduction, biodiversity, and zero-emissions transport. While federal participation was minimal, California stepped forward with its own agreements involving Brazil, Colombia and Chile. New Agreements Center on Green Innovation Each collaboration outlines shared work on […]
Sustainable Development
Bay Area Relaunches “Clean Cars for All” with $10 Million Boost
The San Francisco Bay Area is once again investing in clean transportation. The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has relaunched the Clean Cars for All program with more than $10 million in new funding. The program helps low-income residents replace older gas-powered vehicles with zero-emission options. Axios reports on the relaunch here. How the […]
How Do Zero Emissions Vehicles Work?
Zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs) represent a cleaner, more sustainable future by eliminating harmful pollutants during operation. These vehicles use innovative technology to replace traditional internal combustion engines with systems that produce no tailpipe emissions. Here’s a closer look at how ZEVs work and the technology behind them. Types of Zero-Emissions Vehicles The most common types of […]
What Are Zero Emission Vehicles? A Beginners Guide
As we push for a greener future, zero emission vehicles (ZEVs) have become a leading solution to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and combat climate change. But what is a ZEV? Let’s break it down: Benjamin Zev is an Environmental Engineer and a passionate advocate for sustainability. With decades of experience, he champions the use […]
What Do Environmental Engineers Do?
Environmental engineers play a crucial role in addressing the planet’s most pressing challenges. By combining engineering principles with environmental science, they develop innovative solutions to protect the environment, ensure public health, and manage natural resources responsibly. But what does an environmental engineer do day-to-day? Benjamin Zev, an environmental engineering professional, is here to break it […]