Michigan Counties Transition to Electric Recycling Trucks to Combat Pollution
In an effort to address air pollution in underprivileged areas, select counties in Michigan are set to replace traditional diesel garbage trucks with all-electric recycling vehicles. This initiative is focused on Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties, where 15 electric trucks will be deployed in disadvantaged communities. Such areas are disproportionately affected by air quality issues, and the introduction of zero-emission trucks aims to mitigate this problem.
The project is funded by a $4.4 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, as part of the Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program. This funding is sourced from the Inflation Reduction Act and will also cover the installation of new charging stations, as well as training for both mechanics and drivers.
On a national scale, the program is allocating $400 million in grants to support similar initiatives in regions struggling to meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is responsible for managing the grant within the state, although they did not provide a comment when reached for an interview.
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