The Transportation Energy Institute (TEI) released its latest white paper, Transportation Equity for Disadvantaged Communities, investigating how underserved communities can implement transportation solutions.
“When considering communities that may be characterized as economically depressed, remote or underserved, it is essential to understand their transportation situation and their ability or inability to accommodate new technology or solutions,” stated John Eichberger, TEI’s executive director. “Only by identifying how these communities approach their transportation needs can policy be crafted in a way to deliver positive results for all communities.”
Some key considerations include:
- Because many individuals in disadvantaged communities (DACs) still rely heavily on ICEVs and liquid fuels, understanding how these fuels can benefit these communities is crucial for determining the most effective and feasible strategies for improving transportation access while reducing environmental burdens.
- How the cost of owning and maintaining an EV compares to traditional vehicles.
- DACs often face a cumulative burden from multiple environmental stressors, including transportation-related pollution, industrial emissions and poor housing conditions. What specific strategies are being implemented to ensure that transportation energy (TE) initiatives lead to measurable improvements in air quality?
- In what ways are transportation energy efforts sensitive to the cultural and social practices of rural and tribal communities, particularly in terms of transportation preferences and needs?
“The questions presented in this white paper are designed to facilitate a comprehensive evaluation of TE initiatives. By addressing these questions, policymakers and stakeholders can better understand the multifaceted impacts of TE policies and projects and engage meaningfully with DACs,” TEI stated in a press release.
Download the free white paper here.
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