BANGOR DAILY NEWS • November 29, 2023
The climate crisis threatens the natural resources that define our state’s shared identity. The Maine Board of Environmental Protection is moving forward with a standard for cars — Advanced Clean Cars II (ACCII) — that would bring more zero-emission cars to Maine. It put off action on a similar rule for trucks — Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT). Adopting these standards could help drive down the cost of zero-emission vehicles for Maine people and businesses. They would also reduce toxic air pollution that harms public health, and save money for drivers and fleet owners on fuel and maintenance costs. Join us in calling on our leaders to implement these important standards now. ~ Sen. Stacy Brenner, co-chair, Environment and Natural Resources Committee, and Rep. Lynne Williams, co-chair Transportation Committee