There’s a lot to like in the new EREV announcements from Ford, Scout, and others; they could be a real bridge to a fully electric future. But it’s hard to ignore the gap between these planned EV‑first designs and today’s “charging‑optional” PHEVs. blog.ucs.org/dave-reichmu...

Today we won. A U.S. District Court ruled that the administration violated federal law when it secretly convened a group of climate contrarians to produce a thoroughly debunked report to overturn the Endangerment Finding. The science still matters. We won't stop. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/30/c...

Why is the Dept of Transportation trying to torpedo NYC congestion pricing? Why - in God’s name - is Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on TV smearing the Minnesotans killed by ICE? For @newrepublic.com, I show Trump has turned USDOT into an authoritarian weapon. newrepublic.com/article/2051...

I already broke the story that Hollywood's top environmental group is poised to cut ties with Toyota, its leading sponsor, after criticism from Jane Fonda over the Japanese automaker's refusal to embrace EVs and funding of climate deniers: www.climatecoloredgoggles.com/p/hollywood-...

Last week I left the L.A. Times and launched Climate-Colored Goggles, an independent newsletter about climate and culture. Here's my mission statement, please check it out and subscribe! www.climatecoloredgoggles.com/p/why-writin...

My new @science.org editorial on the role of scientists in defending democracy is out today. As authoritarianism takes hold in the US, we must fight for the democratic principles that enable a free society and scientists have a key role. I hope you'll join us. www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...

Today, @ucs.org and @envdefensefund.bsky.social filed suit to challenge the Administration's efforts to use a shoddy DOE report filled with climate disinformation to rollback federal climate action. Their actions are indefensible and we will not let it stand. www.ucs.org/about/news/e...

By design, federal statistical agencies operate independently to guard against politicization of data collection and reporting. This is an alarming and dangerous move that threatens the scientific integrity of independent statistical agencies across the government. www.wsj.com/livecoverage...

"The Trump administration's intent is clear: They want to undermine or overturn the endangerment finding so as to evade EPA's legal responsibility to address the harms caused by climate change," said UCS's Rachel Cleetus. "This is simply a giveaway to the fossil fuel industry..."

The current changes proposed for the EV tax credit have no logic. The credit is virtually eliminated, punishing US manufacturing. The only current car that keeps the credit in 2026: a Honda made by GM in Mexico. But GM can’t get credits for their EVs, incl 1s made in US blog.ucs.org/dave-reichmu...

California can’t clean its air or slow climate change without switching from gasoline to electricity. But there’s a roadblock: the biggest car seller in the state is one of the most vocal opponents to a transition away from fossil fuels. blog.ucs.org/dave-reichmu...

We were learning how new technologies could improve mobility for communities. We were gaining insights on what transportation investments work best where. We were asking research questions that hadn't been asked before. Wild to see it all reduced to "woke research."

The last 100 days have been an unprecedented assault American science. Our scientists. Our institutions. And the people around the world who rely on it. We must stand united and speak up. Our collective future depends on it. #ScienceMatters savesciencenow.org

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There's lots of uncertainty surrounding EV policy right now. However, it's important to remember what we can be certain of: EVs are a critical technology for reducing pollution from transportation. blog.ucs.org/dave-reichmu...

"Here, we still want to cut global warming emissions by replacing polluting cars with clean vehicles and ramping up renewable energy to phase out fossil fuel powerplants," writes UCS's Daniel Barad from California.

President of the Union of Concerned Scientists, @gretchentg.bsky.social: "Make no mistake, this administration attacks people who tell the truth, people who quietly save lives every day."

MON at 9AM: @weatherwest.bsky.social and terminated NOAA scientists Heather Welch and Kayla Ann Besong join to talk about the layoffs at NOAA and how the cuts are impacting essential work the organization does in CA and nationwide. 🌧️ Are you affected by the @noaa.gov layoffs? buff.ly/qc7eyoN

This new complaint against DOGE is truly cranked up to 11 from start to finish. What a way to start a lawsuit storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us... h/t @mikesacks.bsky.social

NEW: Campaign Legal Center files new lawsuit against Musk and DOGE on behalf of several advocacy groups, including the Sierra Club. The suit alleges that Musk/DOGE are "lawlessly and unconstitutionally wielding sweeping power across the executive branch." 1/

Join UCS and allies to #StandUpForScience this Friday, March 7 in DC and around the country! We will be demanding funding for life-saving science, an end to censorship & political interference in science, and defense of diversity, equity, inclusion & accessibility in science. Find a rally near you:

"The Trump Administration can’t kill the transition to EVs but moves like this will likely make it harder for car buyers to switch to a cleaner car, hurting drivers’ pocketbooks and everyone’s health."

UCS's new President @gretchentg.bsky.social joined @markey.senate.gov and @actonclimateus.bsky.social outside the EPA this afternoon to defend its staff and mission. Sharing that she was a federal scientist herself until a month ago, Gretchen went on to say,

1/ Duffy’s first act at DOT is to transfer billions of dollars from driver’s wallets to oil companies. Clean car standards save drivers money at the pump, period. ➡️https://www.transportation.gov/briefing-room/sean-duffy-sworn-secretary-us-department-transportation-and-takes-immediate-action

We're not naming adults now because they're so young as to make their appointments embarrassing?

And this one! (Which I promise is not 50% Greenpeace but rather nearly 150 different accounts. It’s just the weird algorithm Bluesky uses to make the graphic.) go.bsky.app/47xY8T8

California just got approval to implement its Zero Emission Vehicle rules, but as @lauraklivans.bsky.social points out, CA setting car rules to reduce smog isn’t new, it has been working on this for 50+ years. www.kqed.org/science/1995...

The results from BloombergNEF's 2024 lithium-ion battery price survey are out. Lithium-ion battery pack prices dropped 20% from 2023 to a record low of $115 per kilowatt-hour. This is the largest decline observed in our survey since 2017. 🧵⬇️

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum + Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard held a news conference to highlight the effect of Trump's threatened 25% tariff on the nation’s automotive sector—incl Ford, Stellantis + GM: - increase in U.S. auto prices: $3,000 - predicted American jobs lost: 400,000 (1 of 2)

From the air we breathe to the safety of our communities, government science plays a crucial role in our daily lives. How have federal scientists and their work impacted your life or community? Share your story today.

Inevitability of EV transition meets desire for policy certainty www.nytimes.com/2024/11/21/c...

My take on the next administration and EVs: No, Trump can’t kill EVs, but he might cause a lot of problems for the domestic auto industry (and/or encourage them to make bad choices). blog.ucsusa.org/dave-reichmu...

Have thoughts about what info should be on the window sticker on new EVs in California? Take a survey from CARB here: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CAR...

No matter where we come from, most of us want to connect with loved ones, be healthy, and make a better future for our families. More transportation choices and smarter community planning can help us do just that. Learn more: act.ucsusa.org/4eV4vGe

🚨 Climate Job Alert! 🚨 Come join our team! The Washington State Climate Office and UW Climate Impacts Group are hiring a full-time research scientist to co-produce high-quality information about climate change, its impacts, and its relevance to local, state, and Tribal partners. Apply by Nov 8.

This will be an interesting day to reflect on in the future. "Battery cells at $50/kWh means the technology to decarbonize most of road transport globally is already here, as opposed to in some future scenario." EVs are cheaper than ICE now. Today.

Did you know? Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, newly-announced running mate of Kamala Harris, was the keynote speaker at our Esri User Conference just last month??? Catch his super inspiring talk here: mediaspace.esri.com/media/t/1_d2...

Despite lots of press about EV sales “slowing”, California EV sales hit 25.7% of new car sales in Q2 24, and now 2 million sold to date. www.energy.ca.gov/data-reports...

Good real world review of switching from gasoline to electric by @joannastern.bsky.social in the WSJ. Nice to see something that reflects the reality of today’s EVs in the WSJ (as opposed to the constant doom and gloom from the op/ed section!) www.wsj.com/tech/persona...

Want to know more about how all the EV credits shake out and make (some) cars much more affordable? blog.ucsusa.org/dave-reichmu...

this is *very* good, from someone who watches this stuff - both the policy and the personnel - very closely. the goal is to quit monitoring and studying pollution, end environmental justice-related funding, and simply stop enforcing laws that limit air pollution.

#Project2025 “would sabotage science-based policies that address climate change, the environment, abortion, health care access, technology and education.” #sciencepolicy #academia #academicchatter www.scientificamerican.com/article/proj...

every bit of petroleum that’s used needs to be extracted, refined, and burned or disposed of, with negative consequences at every step of the process and no end to the cycle. If climate change wasn’t an issue it would still be worth getting off of oil ASAP

Biodiesel’s increased production is threatening CA's climate goals and hampering the state’s EV future. “California is giving its support to a fuel that we know is unsustainable at these volumes,” explains UCS’s Jeremy Martin to @canarymediainc.bsky.social.

Ah, storage, you offer so many opportunities. Octopus Energy seems to be figuring things out in this space.

Do I have this right

The new “all-electrified” Camry that is powered 100% by gasoline. That’s not going to confuse anyone, right ?

Lucid is saying their new 7 passenger 400+ mile range SUV will have efficiency of 3.6 miles/kWh. That’s equal to a Chevy Bolt. That’s great (if true) as it means lower emissions and less battery materials.