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Explore the benefits and growing momentum of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) as a solution to rising fuel costs, environmental concerns, and national security pressures. With increasing support from local governments and businesses, PHEVs offer flexibility through charging options at home or at gas stations, extending their all-electric range. Austin leads the charge with substantial incentives, while national campaigns gather support from diverse stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of transitioning to cleaner transportation. Join the movement for affordable, clean energy alternatives now!
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Affordable, Clean, LocalPlug-in Partners Campaign Plug-in, Flexible Fuel, Hybrid Electric Vehicle
The Perfect Storm Economics – Peak oil means that Cheap oil is running out Environmental – pressure to curb pollutants from transportation National Security – pressure to curb dependence on oil
Pollutant Lbs. Wind Coal Plant Gasoline NOx 0 7.5 41 CO2 0 7,000 10,000 HCs 0 0.13 80 SOx 0 25 Trace Year’s Equivalent of Energy
Alternatives to Petroleum Energy Efficiency Alternative Fuels Hydrogen Electricity
Electricity Advantages Cost Infrastructure Multiple Fuels Emissions Renewable Energy
Plug-In Hybrids Plug-in hybrid vehicles extend the all electric operating range Plug-in hybrids can be fueled through an electric wall outlet or at the gas station.
Plug-in Austin Austin Energy rebates -$1 million City of Austin and other local government fleet orders –600+ Petitions and endorsements – 12,000 from businesses, environmentalists,and others
National Plug-in Partners Campaign • Utility and Employer’s Rebates / Incentives • Fleet Orders from Government and Business • Consumer Petitions • Organizational Support